Macon County CASA News
Educational Support Program Helps Foster Kids in Macon County Navigate Remote Learning
From Herald & Review | December 16, 2020
A program using court appointed special advocates will be getting donations to help foster children from a food truck business in Decatur.
Each Friday, 11am – 9pm, the Smack’n Tacos food truck at 22nd and Pershing, will donate 25% of its total sales to Macon County CASA. CASA uses volunteer advocates help represent kids in court who may have been victims of abuse or neglect.
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Food Truck Shares Sales to Support CASA
Blue Heron Webs2020-09-29T16:21:56-05:00September 12, 2020|
Macon County CASA Annual Fall Fundraiser Moves Online
Blue Heron Webs2020-09-29T16:18:53-05:00September 10, 2020|
CASA Holding “Quarterbacks Draft” to Recruit Adult Male Role Models
Blue Heron Webs2020-09-29T16:47:37-05:00June 29, 2020|
Casa Swore In Volunteers Virtually
Blue Heron Webs2020-09-29T17:15:17-05:00June 3, 2020|
Macon County Swears in New CASA Advocates Online
Blue Heron Webs2020-09-29T16:32:57-05:00April 16, 2020|
Children More At Risk For Abuse, Neglect Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Blue Heron Webs2020-09-29T17:26:35-05:00April 2, 2020|
Macon County CASA’s Response to COVID-19
Blue Heron Webs2020-10-12T17:09:07-05:00April 1, 2020|
CASA’s Biggest Fundraiser Underway
Blue Heron Webs2020-09-29T17:18:24-05:00February 18, 2020|
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One way to “advocate” for our community’s abused and neglected children is to help spread CASA’s mission.
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Macon County CASA recognizes and celebrates Pride month, this entire month of June, because of the organizing, activism, love, and perseverance of our LGBTQ+ community, especially within the world of foster care. Research shows that a higher percentage of youth living in foster care identify as LGBTQ+ youth as compared to the general youth population. Let us remember to embrace and celebrate all who are part of the LGBTQ+ community not just this month, but every day. If you are interested in learning more about CASA and how you can join in our mission to advocate for the best interest of all children without bias or judgement, go to maconcountycasa.org or call 217-428-8424. CASA summer training is June 20 - July 11. Complete your online application and enroll TODAY! #helpkidsatcasa ... See MoreSee Less

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Macon County CASA recognizes and celebrates Pride month, this entire month of June, because of the organizing, activism, love, and perseverance of our LGBTQ+ community, especially within the world of foster care. Research shows that a higher percentage of youth living in foster care identify as LGBTQ+ youth as compared to the general youth population. Let us remember to embrace and celebrate all who are part of the LGBTQ+ community not just this month, but every day. If you are interested in learning more about CASA and how you can join in our mission to advocate for the best interest of all children without bias or judgement, go to maconcountycasa.org or call 217-428-8424. CASA summer training is June 20 - July 11. Complete your online application and enroll TODAY! #helpkidsatcasa ... See MoreSee Less

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This year Macon County CASA partners with Brinkoetter Realtors and Title Sponsor, Network Solutions Unlimited to "help our children find their way home" - You can help too by purchasing YOUR tickets TODAY! Just $5 gives you the chance to win an amazing and professionally created playhouse AND your donation helps CASA to advocate and be the voice for abused and neglected children in Macon and DeWitt counties. Go to maconcountycasa.org/playhouse or brinkoetter.com/our-sponsorships, OR simply call the CASA office at 217-428-8424!
** Check out houses at their temporary homes in Central Park, downtown Decatur, or Mr. Lincoln Square in Clinton. **
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The Macon County CASA office will be closed Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen at 8:30am, Tuesday, May 30th. Have a safe and blessed holiday. ... See MoreSee Less

CASA summer Pre-service training is quickly approaching and becoming a CASA advocate is the perfect way to shine. We offer 2 summer classes - an accelerated one in June, or a traditional one in August. Go to maconcountycasa.org/volunteer to enroll today or call 217-428-8424 for more information. ... See MoreSee Less
