The 50/50 drawing from our Designer Bag Bingo on October 19 was designated for the Special State Project, CASA NJ, Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children. The total 50/50 take was over $2,400, earning in excess of $1,200 for CASA NJ.
Thanks to Jeannette Wood, chair of the 50/50 and her elves for doing such a great job!
CASA of NJ provides a voice for abused and neglected children by empowering a statewide network of local CASA programs serving all 21 counties of NJ. Dedicated community volunteers advocate in Family Court for the best interests of children in foster care to ensure their safety and well-being, and ultimately, their placement in nurturing, permanent homes with loving families.
Quick Facts about CASA
- CASA of NJ is a STATEWIDE organization serving children and youth in all 21 counties;
- Nearly 1,900 volunteer child advocates served 3,866 children in foster care this past year;
- Children served by a CASA volunteer while in foster care are placed in permanent homes faster than children without a CASA volunteer;
- Volunteers’ donated services to children are currently valued at over $5 million per year;
- CASA services to children save the State of NJ and taxpayers over $7 million per year;
- CASA programs must rely on donations for more than 50% of their budgets each year;
- CASA is unique – it is the only non-profit organization approved by state statute to advocate for children in Family Court; and
- CASA staff and advocates are available statewide to provide presentations to Women’s Clubs.