Robert Rullman was sworn in as a CASA Volunteer on April 7, 2010, and immediately was assigned to a case.  Over the past year Bob traveled 561 miles and volunteered 99 hours to fulfill his mission as an advocate.   

On April 7, 2011 CASA staff honored Bob with the 2011 Extraordinary Volunteer at the United Way of Greater Augusta Celebration.   

We asked Allison Straw, DSS Foster Care Social Worker, to comment on her experience working with Bob.  The following was read at the United Way Celebration:    

"I had the pleasure of working with Bob Rullman aka "CASA Bob" or "Bob from the 'Boro" for approximately 2 months before CASA was removed from the child's case due to the parents having their parental rights terminated.  Despite no longer being appointed by the court, Bob continues to visit and call the child on a regular basis.  The child adores Bob and seems to have a grandchild-grandparent type of rapport with him.  Bob has shown tremendous commitment to this young boy - whom resides at a treatment facility and has not had any contact with his natural parents for several months.  Bob has been an asset to my case in providing me with important background/historical information on this family and the child.  I very much look forward to continuing to work with Bob on future cases.  Congratulations on your award, CASA BOB!!!"

Thank you Bob for speaking up for a young boy who's life is forever changed by your compassion and service! 

A silent auction of items donated by local businesses and individual supporters kicked off the evening, which was held in space provided by The Temple House of Israel.  Sound and video were donated by Gary Kirby and David Kazarov. Auction contributors were:

• Valley Pawn
• Crown Jewelers
• Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
• Staunton Grocery
• Pretty Pretty
• Shanti
• Equal Parts Hair Salon
• American Shakespeare Center
• Baja Bean Co.
• Sacred Circle
• Fretwell Bass & Acoustic Instruments
• Staunton Florist
• Shenandoah Pizza
• Cranberry's Grocery & Eatery
• Ruth Chodrow

Three Guys with Notes, a local acoustic group featuring Native American flute, percussion and standup bass opened the program.  SMG provided volunteers, resources and promotional support for the event.

If you are interested in helping or have friends who may be interested, please let me know.

CASA's Got Talent - May 6^th 6:30pm

• Ticket Sales (2 people)
• Concessions and Novelty Sales (2 people)
• Vote Sales and Count (4 People)
• Backstage help
• Audio/Visual help

Kids Matter Day - May 7^th at 10am - 1pm

• Volunteers to help with a kid's craft and represent CASA at our booth in Gypsy Hill Park (Staunton). 
• Volunteers can either stay the entire time or signup for 1 hour time slots. 

CASA's "Restored" Reception - May 7^th at 7:00pm

• Gifted string instrumentalists who can play either solo or in groups throughout the evening. 
• Gifted artist that can create an art piece during the evening that represents our theme "Restored"

Below are a few opportunities for volunteer advocates to earn their in-service training hours. 

Family Therapy Workshop - May 20th - Brochure (pdf)  

Suicide Prevention Seminar- May 24th - Registration

Synthetic Drug Use - April 29th - More Information 

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