
Greetings!
During the month of April, I hope you will take some time to join us in support of our children. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. It is a time to continue to fight to protect children and raise awareness of the needs of children in our community. CASA will dedicate this month to training an additional class of over 20 new Volunteer Advocates, who will speak up for children in our community suffering horrific abuse and neglect. These new Volunteers Advocates will share their compassion and hearts with children who desperately need a trusted adult to listen to them.We are also fortunate to have some fun beneficiary events that are family friendly and open to all in the community. Come to McAlister's Deli in McKinney on Tuesday, April 5th for the CASA night (5-10pm) or join us at our first annual Cruising for CASA motorcycle ride on Sunday, April 10th (see below). This fun inaugural event will include a motorcycle ride and post event activities starting at noon for all ages including bounce house, lunch, unique silent auction items and live entertainment by the exceptional Maylee Thomas Band!
Thank you for caring about our children! Susan EtheridgeCASA of Collin County
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  Hon. David Dorman, CASA Board Member (second f rom left), enjoys the afternoon with his golf team. On right, Mark Carswell and Jim Gilligan serve on the Golf Committee and help set up some exceptional silent auction donations from TRAXXAS at the 2010 event. If you'd like to learn more about the Golf Tournament or serve on the committee, please contact Susie Addison, Events Manager.
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Motorcycle Ride Exclusively Benefiting
CASA of Collin County
Sunday, April 10, 2011 $20 registration per bike Event Flyer Registration Form Letter of Invitation Sponsorship Opportunities Auction Donation Form  Start: Collin County Courthouse 2100 Bloomdale, McKinney End: Family Power Sports 2110 North Central Expwy, McKinney Schedule 8:30 - 10:30AM: Registration 10:00AM: CMA, Guardians of Grace Lead Church Service 11:00AM: Kickstands UP (1 hour ride through Collin County back roads) 12:00 - 3:00PM: Live Music, Classic Car Exhibit, Bike Games, 50/50 Raffle, Silent Auctions, Door Prizes and "After Party" at Splitsville, The Village of Fairview. (Pricing until 7:00PM)
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Westmount Foundation invites the community to join them in a day of fun and team building at their second annual Teams for Children event on Saturday, May 14, 2011 at The Greenhill School.
Sponsorships and Team Registration are available. Bring the whole family for a day of fun for a great cause!

All proceeds benefit CASA of Collin County and other worthy charities.
Left, Sophia and Erica Baig greet participants at the first annual Teams for Children event in 2010.

On right, Cliff and Adriana Booth and Steve Kanoff join Susan Etheridge as they invite kids and adults alike to enjoy the festivities. View more photos from last year's event here!
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Save the Date! 
On Friday, May 20, 2011, the Saint
Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus Council #7850 will host its 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefiting CASA of Collin County and other K of C charities in Allen, TX at The Golf Club Twin Creeks.
Registration Deadline: May 16, 2011
Format: Four Person Scramble
Men, Women and Junior Golfers invited
12:30PM Shotgun Start
5:30PM Buffet and Awards Presentation
Contests and Challenges Include Hole-In-One Auto Prize Contest 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Awards Longest Drive - Men's and Women's Closest to the Pin, Raffle Prizes, Putting Contest, Door Prizes, Discount Rounds of Golf, Goodie Bag and more...
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CASA of Collin County is an affiliate of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas.
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Gingerman's March 19th Texas Hoe Down Raises Funds for Abused Children
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From left, Plano Mayor Phil Dyer judged the salsas, including two delicious entries from Steve Vitasek of Rose food service.
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Tiffany Towle, Jaime Thode and Corrie Kluge helped dish out delicious and unique salsas during the Gingerman's 2nd Annual TX Hoe Down.
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Patrons of The Gingerman enjoyed the outdoor patio and live entertainment all while raising money for the children served by CASA of Collin County.
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Over 20 raffle prizes were awarded including a unique Amstel retro bicycle. 
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CASA would like to thank our very generous Voice for Children Gala Sponsors!
 Bourbon Street Title Sponsor
Royal Street Presenting Sponsor
Danya & Mike AndersonDauphine Street SponsorsThe Hon. Terry G. Box, Sheriff of Collin County
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