Program Director Denee Borchardt says: “Since 2019, Computer CPR of Southlake, Texas has partnered with CASA of Tarrant County in providing desktops and laptops to the children, caregivers, and/or foster parents we serve. To date, CPR has provided over 95 computers to our CASA families. Through their representative, Susan Jeandron, our advocates coordinate pick up and delivery of the computers.
Aiden was one child that benefited from this partnership recently. As a near-drowning victim, he suffered a severe brain injury and was paralyzed from the neck down. In foster care, his CASA volunteer identified his need for him to have his own laptop for Zoom visits with family and other parties. Computer CPR ensured Aiden had the best and newest laptop available for his very own! On May 3rd, his CASA delivered it to him and he is now able to have zoom visits on his own.” Read more.
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
Sharon Young, Training Specialist
"At CASA I have witnessed the impact that a committed, compassionate adult can have in the life of a child from a hard place. It is very rewarding when a CASA shares how they have made a meaningful connection with a child, advocated for expanded services for a child or their family, or impacted the outcome of the legal case, all in pursuit of the best interest of a child." Hear more from Sharon
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BOARD SPOTLIGHT
Casey Gillespie, Board Member
“Every child deserves a chance - CASA is a beautiful organization that takes on the toughest cases and provides that constant support that those children need. They need their own voice and CASA provides that!” Read more about Casey
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Kyla Richardson
"My favorite thing about being a CASA is creating a relationship with each child and seeing how resilient each kiddo is in the face of every circumstance. I have loved seeing the support that a CASA can provide play out in family reunification." Meet Kyla
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CASA of Tarrant County hosted a fun paint party for children currently being served. Several youth were able to make their own painting masterpieces, which will be on display at our upcoming Kids on Canvas event! Click here to learn more.
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North Texas Giving Day
September 22, 2022, 6am-midnight
Virtual event
Can you be a HERO for CASA? Join us on Thursday, September 22 from 6am-midnight as we participate in the region’s largest day of giving, North Texas Giving Day.
We need your HELP! We’re currently facing a crisis in the foster care system with child abuse numbers on the rise in North Texas. Without intervention, the effects of this displacement on these children can last a lifetime.
Your HEROIC gift to CASA of Tarrant County on North Texas Giving Day provides children in foster care with the comfort, normalcy, and connection they need and deserve. This is truly life-changing for them.
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Yellow Brick Brunch
You're invited to the Yellow Brick Brunch!
Saturday, October 1st, 10:30am-12:00pm
The House of Shine, Grapevine, TX
Hosted by the Mid-Cities Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Theta, this fun event benefits CASA of Tarrant County.
We invite you to "Follow the Yellow Brick Road" towards the "Ruby Slipper Soiree" next spring! Enjoy bubbles and bites on the patio of House of Shine, while learning about how CASA of Tarrant County is advocating for children in foster care. Capacity is limited, so purchase your tickets today!
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TCU Theta 5K
Rise and run on Sunday, October 2nd, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. beginning at Frog Fountain in the TCU Commons!
Each year the Gamma Psi chapter of KAO holds a 5K run in memory of Tracy Clark '93. It was Tracy's idea for a 5K that led to the first Breakaway in 1997. The event was named in her memory in 1999 following an automobile accident that claimed her life much too young. Since then, TCU Theta has been hosting the 5K to raise money for CASA of Tarrant County, with all proceeds of the race going to the organization. Click here to register.
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Chicken N Pickle Give Back Night
October 4th, 6-8pm
Chicken N Pickle Grand Prairie
Come out and support CASA at a Chicken N Pickle Give Back Night!
On October 4th, from 6-8pm, simply show up and enjoy a game or two, and 10% of proceeds will benefit CASA of Tarrant County!
Come play pickleball, enjoy yard games and eat chef-driven food - it's sure to be a blast!
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KATS in the Kitchen Pickleball Tournament
Presented by the Kappa Alpha Theta Fort Worth Foundation, Inc. Benefiting CASA of Tarrant County.
October 14, 2022, 1pm
Rivercrest Country Club
Join us for the first annual 2022 Kats in the Kitchen Pickleball Tournament benefiting CASA of Tarrant County! This event is hosted by the Kappa Alpha Theta Fort Worth Foundation, Inc. and Alumnae. It will be a fun day of pickleball, dinner and drinks! This event will take place at Rivercrest Country Club beginning at 1:00pm and will include a women’s, men’s and mixed doubles divisions. Snacks, dinner and drinks will also be provided. Player spots are limited, so sign up today! Click here to register.
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CASA Kids on Canvas
October 20, 2022 • 5:00-7:30pm • The 4 Eleven in Fort Worth
411 S Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76104
CASA Kids on Canvas benefiting CASA of Tarrant County is back and better than ever! Join us for delicious bites and drinks, premium raffle prizes, kid-friendly activities, and the opportunity to take home a one-of-a-kind painting.
This event is a special one-night gallery event showcasing artwork created by children of all ages that are currently in foster care. This event will help raise funds for critical advocacy and support services to the volunteers who advocate on behalf of the abused and neglected children in Tarrant County. Click here to register.
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To our supporters,
You’ve made a huge impact in the lives of the foster children we serve in our community. Your support gave thousands of our local foster children a CASA volunteer. And when those kids have a volunteer, they spend FIVE fewer months in foster care and 94% find a permanent home. You’ve been the greatest of champions for CASA.
We wouldn’t be where we’re at without you.
You’ve run like the Flash.
Assembled like the Avengers.
You’ve been a Superhero.
Every good Superhero knows when it’s time to hang up their cape. We’re not saying good-bye, just see you later.
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It’s time to focus on our next mission. YOU made the Superhero Run a success these past eight years. We hope you will continue your fight for justice for foster kids by continuing to support CASA of Tarrant County. |
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Child Advocacy Specialist Dapril Shepphard shares a special mission moment: "The case involves five male siblings aging from 9 to 16 years old. The children have been in foster care since 2018. They are living in five different placements. The children hadn’t visited one another in person in over a year, but they connected weekly on a scheduled zoom call. The foster parents and the visitation facilitator formed a unique community in efforts to keep the siblings together. They have been the children's most consistent support. For these young men, this unique community is the glue in keeping them connected. The children love sports and video games, and they spend most of their zoom call visits catching up and scheduling times to play video games together online. When I met with the OCOK (Our Community Our Kids) specialist, we instantly began calibrating to make some well-needed changes to the case. It was very important to me that they were allowed to have in-person visits.
We then reached out to our friends at Urban Air Trampoline Park in Arlington. We wanted the reunion to be a memorable day, so I explained that the children had not seen each other in a year and if possible, would they allow the reunion to take place at their location. The manager quickly agreed and offer the children free entry and a party area. The caseworker and one foster dad transported all the siblings, and the children were allowed to spend a whole 4 hours together."
Thank you Urban Air and thank you Dapril for your consistent advocacy in helping these children stay connected!
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Child Advocacy Supervisor Jaime was recently featured on the Fort Worth Roots Podcast. Thank you Andrew for having us—we really appreciate the opportunity to share our mission with the Fort Worth community! Click here to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gASUYjwTnjI
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YPC MEMBER CHELSEA ROSE NOMINATED BY SOCIETY LIFE MAGAZINE |
Congratulations to our Young Professional Council Member Chelsea Rose for being nominated to Society Life’s “Inspiration, Accomplished and Engaging Women of Tarrant County”! |
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL ON UTA RADIO |
Radio PSAs promoting our Young Professional Council are now LIVE, courtesy of UTA Radio. Thank you, UTA Radio, for your continued partnership! |
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360 WEST TOP ATTORNEYS 2022 |
360 West Magazine releases their annual list of the region’s best attorneys in 42 specialties as chosen by their peers. We are so proud of our Board Members and volunteers who were nominated to this list of Top Attorneys 2022! |
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Mackenzie Preston - "Mackenzie Preston (she/her) is a graduate student at Texas Christian University, presently in the foundation year of the social work program. She received her Bachelor of Science at Texas Christian University with a major in psychology and minor in child development. She is passionate about social justice, child welfare and advocating for children. Having conducted clinical research and applied the research at a micro level, she is excited to have the opportunity to work at the macro level with CASA." |
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Jacqueline Gallegos - "I am a recent graduate from UNT passionate about serving communities in need by enhancing their communication. I am so thankful to be a part of CASA!” |
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Lyvia Baldner - "Lyvia is a senior ballet and strategic communication major at Texas Christian University. She is a part of the John V. Roach Honors College and will graduate with a certificate in Pilates. Lyvia also is apart of the Student Government Association. Lyvia is originally from Onalaska, Wi and hopes to pursue a career as a professional ballet dancer while doing marketing and advertising work on the side." |
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Victoria Saucedo - "I am currently a senior political science major at Texas Christian University. After college graduation in December, I will be working full-time in the DFW area and attending law school later next year. I have been interning with CASA of Tarrant County for the past year and have enjoyed every second of it! Aside from my internship and school, I enjoy volunteering with CASA in my hometown and the local animal shelter.” |
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Olivia Shutley - "My name is Olivia Shutley and I am from Atlanta, Georgia. I am a Senior Nursing major and Psychology minor at TCU. I am a member of Kappa Alpha Theta and Frogs for Pediatrics club. I love interning with CASA and working with them as our philanthropy in my sorority." |
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Maria Fuqua - "I'm Maria Fuqua and I am the incoming Development Intern! I'm from San Jose, California and am currently a senior at Texas Christian University pursuing a degree in Marketing and Management. In my free time, I love to go to concerts or sporting events and hangout with my friends at the beach. I'm so excited to be joining the CASA of Tarrant County team and can't wait to get started!" |
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OUR MISSION
CASA of Tarrant County and its court-appointed volunteers advocate
for the best interest of abused and neglected children.
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