Nathan's Challenge

I have been a supporter of CASA of Collin County for many years. As a parent, Plano City Council Member, CASA Advisory Board Member and former CASA Board Chair, I believe in the important work CASA does for abused children in the foster care system. In fact, over the past 19 years, CASA of Collin County has provided the voice in the court for over 6,500 of our children in the child welfare system looking for a safe and loving "forever home."

Our caseloads are increasing and we need your help to make sure EVERY child has a CASA! I invite you to take "Nathan's Challenge." Nathan is a 9 year old boy who has already raised over $1,000 for CASA this year. Join Nathan and many faithful CASA supporters to help us raise $25,000 during "Nathan's Challenge" by year end.  We will have updates on the CASA website about "Nathan's Challenge" and hope we can count on you to join us! Read more...

Thank you for joining us in the fight against child abuse!

Harry LaRossiliere

2010 Annual Appeal Chair

CASA Advisory Board Member

Nathan's Challenge
Nathan Bush has raised $1,545 for CASA this year. His generosity has provided one foster child with their very own CASA for an entire year!

Thanks for making a difference, Nathan! Won't you join him in Nathan's Challenge and give generously for CASA's annual appeal?

Volunteer Advocates Sworn In

The fall class included 16 new Volunteer Advocates who were sworn in by the Honorable Judge Curt Henderson on October 28, 2010. Judge Henderson was instrumental in the founding of CASA of Collin County almost 20 years ago! Want to learn more about how you can be a powerful voice for a foster child by becoming a volunteer advocate? The next class will be held in January 2011 and applications are being accepted now! Visit our website to start the process.

Pictured in the 219th District Courtroom on October 28th, 16 new CASA volunteer advocates are sworn in to serve as guardian ad litem for abused foster children.

The Honorable Judge Curt Henderson, right, presents a certificate of completion to Daniel Buttermann, from the October CASA Volunteer Training Class. Judge Henderson was instrumental in the original charter for CASA of Collin County in 1991. He is retiring from the bench after 25 years of service.

CASA Appreciates each and every Volunteer Advocate!

On November 4th, over 60 guests attended a delicious mexican dinner, courtesy of Mattito's Tex-Mex Cocina in Frisco.

 Pictured in the buffet line is Volunteer Advocate, Tina Davenport, and her husband.

Receiving CASA Volunteer of the Year is Deborah Krocheski (L) and the CPS Worker of the Year is Sandy De Tarville.

Pepsico/Frito Lay Hosts Day of Caring at CASA

Latifah Shaheed, United Way, and Mae Dahl of Frito Lay, (bottom left), organized a Day of Caring at CASA last month. Over 25 volunteers came and completed an extensive outdoor clean up and fall planting project at the CASA Offices.

Thank you Pepsico/Frito Lay for making a difference for abused children served by CASA!

Sheriff Box Check Presentation

Collin County Sheriff, Terry Box (left) presents a check for $30,900 each to CASA of Collin County and 3 other charities.

Over the past 18 years, Sheriff Box has raised over $1 Million for charities in our community!

CASA Events Manager, Susie Addison and CASA Development Associate, Sharon Margulieux thank Sheriff Box for, once again, including CASA as a beneficiary for his Shoot Out Fore Kids 9-90 Golf Tournament.

Sheriff Box's team of volunteers included Vicki Wheatley, Captain David Hiserote, Dottie Scalf, Susie Addison, Major Mike Anderson, Captain Gerry Klahr and Sharon Margulieux.

Post Hope Properties Raises $15,000

Post Hope Properties presents CASA with a check for $15,000 at the recent Post Hope Golf Tournament held in October. Standing with the ceremonial check are Jamie Taylor, Lori Fall, Randy Roland, Susan Etheridge, Megan Mahoney, Orlala Icenberger, Rachael Vincent, Kathy Blank and Lewis Edwards.

Love Life Foundation
The Love Life Foundation hosted a Swing for Life Golf Tournament in October with CASA as a beneficiary.

Maylee Thomas-Fuller, in cap, thanks her volunteers at the event. Maylee is one of CASA's faithful and generous supporters. The Maylee Thomas Band will be performing at the Cruising for CASA Motorcycle ride on April 10th. Thank you, Maylee and Love Life Foundation, for supporting abused and neglected children.

Party with a Purpose

A'Lisa Adams marked a milestone birthday and invited her friends to celebrate with CASA as the beneficiary. Her birthday party raised $1,200 for CASA.

Want to host your own Party with a Purpose? Contact Sharon Margulieux for information.

Thank you, Whole Foods in the Villages at Fairview for inviting CASA of Collin County to be part of your Grand Opening Community Giving Week!

Pictured below, from left, Maureen Shirben and Beth Ray thank a Whole Foods Associate for their generosity to CASA of Collin County.

Next time you are in their new store, thank them for their support!

Thank You Lion's Club 

The Allen High Noon Lions Club donated $500 to CASA of Collin County this month. They join the Plano Early Lions Club as generous supporters to CASA's fight against child abuse. If your club or organization would like to provide financial support for abused and neglected children, please contact Kathy Blank, Development Director. 

Picture presenting the check is club member Lesley Redding, Viewpoint Bank, with Susan Etheridge, CASA Executive Director.

   Motorcycle Ride Exclusively Benefiting

CASA of Collin County

Sunday, April 10, 2011

For more information, please contact Sharon Margulieux or call (972) 529.2272, ext. 113.

Download Event Flyer - Registration Form - Letter of Invitation 

Sponsorship Opportunities - Auction Donation Form