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 »
Events
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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 »
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 »
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 »
CASA Along with Local Agencies to Host Children’s Spring Festivals
April is upon us which means CASA is gearing up for our Child Abuse Prevention Month events which includes our Children’s Spring Festivals. This year the events will be held in three counties including Kleberg, Brooks and Jim Wells. The Spring Festivals are completely free and feature informational booths, games, prizes, food and drinks for… Read more »
CASA Christmas Party
Brush Country CASA staff, board of directors, and volunteers joined together for our annual Christmas party on December 15th. We had an amazing time enjoying delicious food, games and each other’s company. We are grateful for each and every one of our volunteers and board members. We cannot thank you enough for all you do…. Read more »
Concert for CASA
Local CASA Volunteer Jodi Heras will be hosting the first ever Concert for CASA event on October 1, 2022 at the Alice Event Center in Alice, Texas. The event will feature live music from Mathias Issasi and Matt Rodd and the Midnight Buzz. The event is being hosted as a fundraiser for Brush Country CASA,… Read more »
CASA Raffle
Brush Country CASA’s raffle was a huge success bringing in about $6,300 to be used towards recruiting, training and supporting CASA volunteers as they advocate for children and families involved in the child welfare system. The raffle was held on Friday, March 27th via Facebook. CASA is so grateful for our sponsors who provided amazing prizes, perfect for… Read more »
Color the Way 5K for CASA
We are happy to announce that CASA has finally chosen a new date for our Color the Way 5K which was postponed due to COVID 19. The event will be held on Saturday, July 16th starting at 8:00 am at Texas A&M University in Kingsville. If you have already pledged or donated your sponsorship for… Read more »
Children’s Spring Festivals
Spring festivities were in full swing at the Children’s Spring Festivals hosted by Brush Country CASA, the Child Welfare Board and Child Protective Services. Events were held during the month of April in observation of Child Abuse Prevention Month. The first event was held on April 9th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Thompson… Read more »