SAVE THE DATE!
FRIENDS OF CASA LUNCHEON at the TEHAMA CLUBHOUSE
Hosted by Margaret & Alex Lilley
April 24, 2020
CASA of Monterey County improves the lives of children in the foster care system by pairing them with trained volunteers who advocate for them and stand by their side as stable adults they can count on.
In 2018…
As of March 1, 2019…
VIDEO: What role does a CASA play in a foster child’s life? Watch this video to learn more.
VIDEO: Our communities pay a huge price when children are significantly neglected and abused. Become a CASA volunteer and help vulnerable children heal, grow and become healthy, prosperous and productive adults. You can make a difference. The following short video from the Harvard University Center on the Developing Child talks about the importance of effective intervention and the significantly better, long-term outcomes in learning, health and parenting of our next generation.
OUR MISSION
To train and support community volunteers who advocate for abused or neglected children placed in foster care, upholding the children’s rights while pursuing a safe and permanent home.
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2019 National Philanthropy Day Honoree- Catherine Griggs
Please join us in recognizing and congratulating Catherine Griggs as CASA of Monterey County’s Distinguished Honoree for the National Philanthropy Day Luncheon on Friday, November 15, 2019.
Nominations are limited to 45 words. The following is Catherine’s nomination:
“Catherine demonstrates exceptional commitment and service to CASA, our foster children, and communities. She generously gives her time and resources by serving on the Development Committee, the Governance Committee, as an Executive Board Officer, and supporting our volunteer appreciation events and foster children’s holiday events.”
Some past honorees are:
- Jeannette Witten
- Pete Scudder
- Jackie Steakley
- Ethan Hare
