Executive Director's Corner |
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Hello,
As the weather cools and the leaves begin to fall, we know that the year is winding down. At CASA of Larimer County, it’s been a productive year so far! We have added Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) training, expanded our Fostering Futures and Teen Challenge Event, and offered group Nurturing Parenting Lessons for the first time. This year, the Magistrate began referring every new Dependency & Neglect case to CASA. Our Court Appointed Special Advocate program has served almost as many children this year as in all of 2021. The Family Connections program has seen a significant increase in families reaching out for services. The need in our community is significant and it will take strategy, dedication, and creativity to ensure that CASA of Larimer County is fulfilling its mission. I am so grateful to our staff who rise to meet this need, empowering children and families, each day.
Our Security and Accessibility Upgrade Project at the Harmony House is on track, still in the planning stages. We continue to raise funds with the support of a matching donation from the Noel B. Shuler Foundation. We are excited to be able to add space and increase safety for our staff, children, and families.
As we plan for 2023, many things remain uncertain, but we will ensure that we continue to grow in a way that best serves our children. We are incredibly grateful for your ongoing support. In the many ways that you each give, please know that we appreciate your commitment to CASA of Larimer County.
Jen
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While many professional case workers have a great deal of cases, a Court Appointed Special Advocate is unique in that they work with one child or sibling set at a time and have more capacity to help find solutions to various issues. The volunteer role is special and focused, and for many children and their families in the Dependency & Neglect Court, a CASA’s close attention and care creates opportunities for the child to thrive (that would be hard to achieve otherwise).
Thanks in large part to their CASA, a mom and her children will move into a new home of their very own. This family has moved from one domestic violence shelter to another over the course of the case, not able to find housing stability, and safety. With so much on this family’s plate, the support and advocacy of their CASA volunteer has truly helped to change this family’s story. Their CASA, John, has stayed connected to each child–travelling more than 100 miles to see them. John’s regular visits with the children provided consistency and normalcy during a time of great transition. For one of the boys, this meant eating chicken wings and watching his favorite football team at a local restaurant. While John was an incredible support to the children’s mother, he also made space and time to let the kids just be kids. John’s persistence in researching and collaborating with other agencies, and in working with mom, ultimately led to a permanent home for the family. We’re grateful for volunteer advocates like John, who tirelessly champion the safety and wellbeing of families and children in our community who need extra support through challenges.
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CASA of Larimer County qualifies for the Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit. Taxpayers who make a monetary contribution to promote an eligible non-profit in Colorado may claim an income tax credit of 50% of the total qualifying contribution. What that means to you is that you will get 50% of your donation back in tax credit. As always, we advise you to discuss this with your personal tax advisors. If you have questions, please call Margaret Bachrach, Development Director, 970.488.1632, or email marg...@casalarimer.com. |
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Fall Campaign-Double your Dollars! |
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We are 48% of reaching our fundraising goal for Be Their Voice annual campaign. Thank you to all who have contributed! These funds ensure that CASA of Larimer County has the volunteers and resources for children to have safe, nurturing connections to caring adults and the opportunity to thrive. Your support gives children hope for tomorrow by meeting their needs today! You can help us reach our goal by making a donation today which will help change the trajectory of a child's life who has experienced abuse and neglect. Please consider a gift to help us meet this important goal!
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Please join us in welcoming Javier Chavez to our team as the new Family Connections Program Manager. Javier comes to CASA of Larimer County with 30 years of experience working with children and families in both nonprofit and government roles. He is bilingual in Spanish and English and passionate about ensuring families have access to the resources they need to thrive. His leadership will support the growth of our Family Connections program and team. We are so happy to have him on our team!
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The Appreciation & Awareness Reception
was a Great Night!
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Thank you to all of our stakeholders who attended our Appreciation & Awareness Reception on Friday, September 9th! It was fantastic to see so many wonderful faces. A special thank you to UCHealth, the presenting sponsor, O'Dell Brewing Company, Serious Texas BBQ, Precision Landscape and Maintenance, Eileen's Colossal Cookies, Yard Life, and Chris Musial as our musical guest. It was a fun evening celebrating our volunteers, donors, board members, staff, and our community who are passionate about our mission. The reception gave us a chance to thank our wonderful supporters for all they do to help children who have experienced abuse and neglect in Larimer County. We are grateful to each of you! |
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