March 20, 2020
We understand how difficult these uncertain times surrounding the Coronavirus are on everyone. With schools now closed through the remainder of the school year, parents and caregivers are faced with homeschooling, keeping their children safe and healthy, along with managing work and other concerns. Children in foster care may experience heightened fears about their safety… Read More »
March 17, 2020
As we continue to work through the impact of Covid-19, the CASA program has made the following changes to our event schedule. All in-person events and training through the end of April have been cancelled Our spring training for new volunteers is also cancelled but we are hoping to hold our summer schedule Our CASA… Read More »
March 16, 2020
Clark County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) is hosting multiple 1-hour informational webinar for interested volunteers or community members who want to learn more about the program. Monday, April 6, at 6:00 pm – Register Here Monday, April 27, at 6:00 pm – Register Here CASA volunteers advocate for the best interest of children who… Read More »
March 6, 2020
Do you sometimes wonder what inspires individuals to get involved as a CASA Volunteer? We are featuring an interview with one of our volunteers each month so you can get to know them a bit, and find out why someone decides to give their time to this unique volunteer opportunity. May we introduce you… Read More »
February 28, 2020
Are you considering becoming a CASA volunteer? Do you have questions about what we do? We’ll be sipping coffee at Starbucks in Salmon Creek on 139th Saturday, February 29th 9:00am – 12:00pm. I hope to see you there!
February 12, 2020
Clark County CASA Program Sets New Direction When a critical funding source dries up for a nonprofit, filling the funding gap can sometimes take years and erode the nonprofit’s mission. And then we have the case of Clark County CASA–Court Appointed Special Advocates. Notified that a major federal grant would not be renewed last summer, CASA… Read More »
February 5, 2020
Meet CASA Volunteer Sarah Theberge My desire is that all children feel a strong sense of belonging and security at the youngest age possible! What compels someone to volunteer as a CASA? We decided to highlight a volunteer a month so you can get to know a few of the many volunteers giving their time… Read More »
January 13, 2020
With winter upon us, please note that in the case of inclement weather: YWCA will operate consistent with Clark County office closures. If the Clark County offices are closed, the YWCA Community Office will be closed and volunteer training scheduled will be canceled. To find out the latest closure status check the radio, TV news,… Read More »
January 8, 2020
We want to thank Fairway Coffee for hosting our 2nd Coffee with CASA event this past Saturday! Owner and Managing Member Amy Bernash and her team at Fairway opened their doors and provided a large space for us to share more about CASA and our volunteer opportunities. We felt very encouraged by the response from… Read More »
Clark County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) is hosting multiple 1-hour informational sessions for interested volunteers or community members who want to learn more about the program. Thursday, Feb. 13 at Noon Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 6:00pm Monday, March 2 at Noon Tuesday, March 10 at 6:00pm CASA volunteers advocate for the best interest of… Read More »