Exciting Happenings
July 1, 2012 marked a tremendous milestone for the CASA Community Hope Chest. OVER 305 needy families in our community have been served... this number includes 420 contributions of clothing, books, toys and other needed items throughout our tri-counties. This is all possible because of the support of CASA through our community donors. We are the recipient of Sleep Country's year-round collection of coats, shoes, clothing, toys, and school supplies. Special thanks to Patricia Stoneroad who spearheads the Hope Chest and to Patty Pachtman and Tony Oliver (Advocates) for their behind-the-scenes support as well. For any donations you wish to provide please contact Patricia Stoneroad.
The Second Annual 4th of July "Cast a Line for Youth" fish race, in Prineville, was an amazing success. Over 900 plastic fish floated down the river with Barbara Beatty's fish taking 1st place. This was a collabarative event that benefitted our CASA Prineville office, Crook County Kids Club and Lutheran Community Services.
A HUGE thank you to the following sponsors: John and Linda Shelk Foundation, Deschutes Brewery, Contact Industries, Michael & Teresa Ervin, BendBroadBand, Prineville Kiwanis, PacificSource, SMAF Environmental, US Bank/Prineville, Brooks Resources, Wells Fargo/Prineville, and Bi-Mart/Prineville. Hope to see you all again next year!
Future Fun
"Balloon's Over Bend Children's Festival", benefitting Saving Grace, will be held July 21 and 22 at BendRiver Park. Seek out our CASA booth...
We have plans for a children's potting garden. The children loved it last year and this year promises to be even better.
COMING IN SEPTEMBER
A new CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) training class begins in September, 2012. Are you or someone you know interested in becoming an Advocate and standing up for the rights of abused and neglected children in our community? Watch for more inforamtion regarding our September start date.
No comments:
Post a Comment