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Big Country CASA seeks volunteers to advocate for abused children
By Lee Ann Millender/Big Country CASA Big Country CASA is a local nonprofit whose mission is to advocate for the best interest of abused and neglected children in the court system through trained, community volunteers. After recruitment, screening and training, CASA volunteers are appointed by the court to represent the child’s best interests, conduct independent…
Read MoreArea CASA program faces critical volunteer shortage
By West Texas Tribune Documenter The child welfare system in Texas has undergone significant changes in recent years, leaving vulnerable children in foster care without advocates at a time when they need them most, according to the executive director of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). Le Ann Millinder, executive director of Big Country CASA, said…
Read MoreBig Country CASA hosts ninth annual 5K Superhero Run
We’ve all heard there are angels amongst us, but did you know there are Superheroes, too? Last month, Big Country CASA hosted the CASA 5K Superhero Fun Run on May 3, and the superheroes were out in full costume. The event is an annual fundraiser seeking to raise funds to advocate for children in…
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