This month, we invite you to meet CASA Advocates, Jim and Jane Funke. The couple’s CASA Case Supervisor, Kristy O’Neal, nominated them for the Advocate Spotlight. “Both Jane and Jim take advantage of CASA’s training opportunities throughout the year. They communicate with me on a regular basis, and they meet all minimum expectations without any… Read more »
As you may know, CASA has an annual fundraising Gala that ensures we are able to provide an Advocate for every child in foster care in Montgomery County. The funds raised at this annual Gala account for about 30% of our operating budget. One of the ways we raise money at this event is through… Read more »
This month, we invite you to meet CASA Advocate, Ingram Lee. Nominated by his CASA Case Supervisor, Oluchi Nwankwo, we want to share with you about Ingram’s work as an Advocate. “For the Advocate Spotlight, I nominate Ingram Lee. Ingram has a great sense of humor that nurtures repeatable working relationships in situations that are… Read more »
By Lindsay Miller, Development Director Happy New Year and best wishes for the upcoming year. Here at CASA, we have lots to share with you! First up, let’s talk about leaving a lasting legacy at CASA’s new home (505 N. Main Street in downtown Conroe.) We moved in November and are really settling in. This… Read more »
Hello Advocates! Children in care often fall behind in school due to their life experiences, trauma behaviors, unaddressed disabilities, truancy, and mobility. Our Advocates are a wonderful resource for building networks to meet the unique needs of children in care. I would like to call on willing Advocates with experience in education (teachers, school administration,… Read more »
Happy New Year! The new year has brought a number of changes to CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County. We are thrilled to be in our new building, and if you have not been by to see it yet, we would love to have you. It already feels like home and we could not be… Read more »
Happy New Year! I always enjoy the beginning of a new year with the opportunity to start with fresh energy and perspective. Here, at CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County, we are starting the year in our new home, The Rock Center for Child Advocacy! The space is beautiful, and we are even more excited for… Read more »
This month, we invite you to meet CASA Advocate, Julie Jones. Thanks so much to Julie for taking the time to answer a few questions for us. Julie was nominated by her CASA Case Supervisor, Destin Hudek, who shared the following about Julie and her advocacy efforts: “She is always available, dedicated, and brings such… Read more »
By Lindsay Miller, Development Director We have loads of news and excitement to share with you this holiday season! Let’s talk about this year’s Gala… Presented by Huntsman, our annual CASA Speaks for Kids Gala — Escape to Paradise: A Night in the Tropics — is scheduled for Saturday, March 5, 2022 and will be… Read more »
A look back… Reflecting back on 2021, we are so proud of each and every one of our Advocates for doing a tremendous job serving and identifying healthy connections for the children served by CASA Child Advocates of Montgomery County. It is because of our amazing Advocates that Montgomery County has had one of the… Read more »
