KINGSVILLE – Looking to strengthen its corps of volunteers, Brush Country CASA is calling on local communities to lend their time and efforts as they have announced new volunteer training dates for late July and early August. CASA – which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates – is looking to bolster its volunteer corps as… Read more »
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Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
CASA volunteers are community members working collaboratively to support children and families involved in the foster care system. They provide a consistent presence for the child and family, facilitate nurturing relationships for the child, help find, engage and strengthen support networks for the child and family. They essentially amplify a child’s voice and promote positive… Read more »
Child Abuse Awareness Events a Success
In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, CASA was busy spreading awareness by hosting a slew of events in the counties that we serve. This year proved to be a success with our Children’s Spring Festivals bringing in a record amount of vendors and patrons. Candlelight Vigils were held in three counties including… Read more »
Employment with Brush Country CASA
Brush Country CASA is currently seeking to fill the position of Volunteer Supervisor in Alice, Texas. The Volunteer Supervisor works with the Program Director to assure quality services for each child who is assigned to Brush Country CASA by the court. The Volunteer Supervisor also works with the Program Director to maintain accurate case and… Read more »
CASA Welcomes New Staff
Brush Country CASA would like to introduce our two new hires, Bambi Rios, Volunteer Supervisor and Mark Molina, Marketing and Recruitment Coordinator. Prior to accepting the Volunteer Supervisor position, Bambi worked as a caseworker with The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. She has more than 9 years of experience working with children and… Read more »
Brush Country CASA to host Color The Way For CASA 5K
Brush Country CASA will host its Sixth Annual Color The Way For CASA 5K on Saturday, Aug. 12 at 8 a.m. on the Texas A&M University – Kingsville campus. The event will feature an adult and children’s 5K, as well as a kids 1-mile race. Along with a colorful, fun and unique atmosphere, the race… Read more »
Employment Opportunity at Brush Country CASA
Join our Team! Brush Country CASA is currently seeking a Volunteer Supervisor, primarily for Alice, Texas, and a Marketing and Recruitment Coordinator who will be housed in Kingsville, Texas. Details for these positions can be found by visiting https://brushcountrycasa.org/employment/.
CASA Hosts Volunteer Information Session
Have you considered volunteering but you are not sure where to start? Join us for a free information session. We will review everything from what a CASA volunteer does, what the process to join the program looks like, and the time it takes to be a fantastic volunteer. The information sessions are held every Wednesday… Read more »
Nominate a CASA Today!
Do you know someone who could amplify a child’s voice? Show them how much you believe in them by nominating them to be a CASA volunteer. CASA volunteers advocate for the best interest of a child and make informed recommendations for the child’s physical and emotional well-being to the judge. CASA volunteers get to know… Read more »
You Are Invited to a Candlelight Vigil
Brush Country CASA would like to cordially invite you to join us for our Candlelight Vigil in observation of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Brush Country CASA will be hosting the event in three convenient locations including Kingsville, Alice, and Falfurrias. Below please find the flyers for each. Should you have any questions, please do not… Read more »