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Make a Difference Blog
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“Did I Make A Difference Today?”

Volunteering with Children: Six Volunteers share powerful moments and highlights of the CASA Volunteer role. CASA Kane County. Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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CASA Kane County Board Members
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New Board Members Expand CASA Kane County Representation

New Board Members Expand CASA Kane County Representation | CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Kane County, announces its newly elected board members in addition to new officer slate. | Press Release

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Supporting Children in Foster Care Blog
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How to Support Children in Foster Care

There are also many ways that individuals can support children in foster care. From becoming a foster parent to volunteering as a CASA/GAL volunteer. Supporting children who have experienced abuse and neglect can be a rewarding and meaningful experience. CASA Volunteer’s make a positive impact in these children’s lives. | Blog Post

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Foster Children Blog
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Funding and Supporting Foster Care Children in Kane County

There are so many ways to support foster care children. There are hundreds of children that need an adult to lift them up, keep them safe, and let them know someone does care. Funding and Supporting Foster Children in Kane County | Donate Today | Blog Post

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CASA Coffee Campaign
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Coffee for CASA: Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Campaign Across Kane County

Coffee for CASA

CASA Kane County’s Coffee Campaign has created unique partnerships with eighteen coffee shops in Kane County. Throughout the month of April these establishments have agreed to use CASA branded coffee sleeves to help CASA Kane County Spread Awareness of Child Abuse Prevention Month!

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Springtime Party for a Purpose
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Springtime Party for a Purpose

Springtime Party for a Purpose – Hosting a Party for a Purpose helps to raise awareness and fundraise in your community. Spread awareness for CASA Kane County and our mission while hosting a social event with your friends, family and connections.

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detect and report Child Abuse and Neglect in Kane County
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How to Detect and Report Child Abuse and Neglect in Kane County

How to detect and report Child Abuse and Neglect in Kane County. CASA Kane County seeks to raise awareness about the distressing reality of over 600 children who are presently in care and have suffered abuse and neglect in Kane County. April marks Child Abuse Prevention Month.

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Child Abuse Prevention Blog
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April Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Campaigns in Kane County

April Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Campaigns in Kane County. Help spread CASA Kane County’s mission, there are 5 easy ways to participate and support.

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Children's Champion Gala Blog
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CASA’s Children’s Champion Celebration Gala Recap

CASA’s Children’s Champion Celebration Gala Recap. Thank you to all who supported the CASA Kane County Children’s Champion Celebration Gala.

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Hands Around The Courthouse | HATCH | Press Release
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Officials and Public Join HATCH | Hands Around The Court House & County

Join HATCH Hands Around The Court House & County For Child Abuse Prevention Month | Thursday, April 6, 2023 at the Courthouse in Geneva, IL. Join us to Change a Child’s Story.

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4 Careers to help child abuse victims Blog
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4 Careers to Consider if You Want to Help Children who have been Victims of Child Abuse

4 Careers to Consider if You Want to Help Child Abuse Victims | If you’re committed to providing better living outcomes for child abuse victims, then we’ve listed some of the most crucial careers to help you do just that. | CASA Kane County

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CASA Advocate Supervisor Blog
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Day in the life of a CASA Advocate Supervisor

Day in the life of a CASA Advocate Supervisor. CASA Advocate Supervisors were interviewed about their positions from job responsibilities day to day, and what is most enjoyable and more, this blog shares what they have to say. Change a Child’s Story.

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Lighthouse for Children
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Becoming a Lighthouse for Children

Guest Blog by CASA/GAL Volunteer Ellen. Outlining her experience as an educator and as a CASA. Ellen reflects after attending CASA Kane County’s Superheroes Luncheon where Steve Pemberton shared his inspiring story on “Being a Lighthouse”. Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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Volunteering with Children
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Volunteering with Children

Volunteering with Children: Six Volunteers share powerful moments and highlights of the CASA Volunteer role. CASA Kane County. Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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CASA Gala and Auction
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CASA Kane County Be the Lighthouse In a Child’s Storm Gala and Auction

CASA Kane County’s annual Children’s Champion Celebration will take place on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at the Q Center in St. Charles. The theme this year is, Be the Lighthouse In a Child’s Storm. Join us to Change a Child’s Story.

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Volunteering Kane County
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How did you get your start volunteering with CASA Kane County? 

How did you get your start volunteering with CASA Kane County? 
Thinking of becoming a volunteer? We asked six CASA Volunteers how they got started volunteering with CASA Kane County. Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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Donations & Experiences
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Call For the Experiential!  How your talent, vacation home or hobby can help a child

Call For the Experiential! How your talent, vacation home or hobby can help a child. An idea that has been gaining popularity is the concept of donating unique experiences to auctions or raffles to raise money for worthy causes. Donate experiences now to support CASA Kane County’s Children Champion Gala. | CASA Kane County Blog

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Round Up Donation Blog
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Round Up Giving Program | Spare Change to Make Big Change

CASA Kane County’s New “Round UP to Give Back Monthly” Giving Program. Sometimes the smallest changes can make the biggest difference! Spare Change to Make Big Change! Round Up Donations. | CASA Kane County | Blog

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2023 Brings New Focus to Kids in Need | CASA Kane County
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2023 Brings New Focus to Kids in Need

2023 Brings New Focus to Kids in Need | CASA Kane County’s goal is to recruit and train at least 75 new CASA/GAL volunteers in 2023 | CASA Kane County |

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New Year's Resolutions | CASA Kane County
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Faux new year’s resolutions vs changing a child’s life?

New Year’s Resolutions | As we make new year’s resolutions and goals we should consider the number of children in our community facing abuse and neglect continues to rise. Support the betterment of children in our community and Volunteer, Donate & Connect with CASA Kane County.

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CASA Kane County Party for a Purpose
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Party for a Purpose

Party for a Purpose | When Fun Experiences Can Raise Friends and Funds – Hosting a Party for a Purpose helps to raise awareness and fundraise in your community. Spread awareness for CASA Kane County and our mission while hosting a social event with your friends, family and connections. | CASA Kane County

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Creating Normalcy and Joy for Children | CASA Kane County
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Creating Normalcy and Joy for Children

Creating Normalcy and Joy for Children | Despite the joy of the holidays, it is unfortunately a difficult time of year, especially children who have been abused or neglected | CASA Kane County

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Give the Gift of Hope to a Child
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Give the Gift of Hope to a Child That Lasts All Year Long

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Volunteering for Children | Have Questions about Volunteering with CASA Kane County? We answer some Frequently Asked Questions regarding Volunteering with CASA Kane County! Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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Volunteering for Children - Blog
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Volunteering for Children in Your Community: FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Volunteering for Children | Have Questions about Volunteering with CASA Kane County? We answer some Frequently Asked Questions regarding Volunteering with CASA Kane County! Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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Giving Tuesday | CASA Kane County | Blog
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GivingTuesday | Join the Global Fundraiser

Join the Movement Giving Tuesday | GivingTuesday Global Fundraiser on November 29, 2022 | The GivingTuesday fundraiser kicks off the holiday giving season & inspires people to collaborate in improving their local communities and to give back | CASA Kane County | Blog

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Voices for Children Blog | Foster Children
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Voices for Children: Children and Youth Need the Support of the Community

Voices for Children Panel Blog Series: Vanessa’s Foster Care Story | Children and Youth in Foster Care Need the Support of the Whole Community | CASA Kane County Blog

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Foster Care: Voices For Children Blog
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Foster Care: Children and Youth Need the Support of the Whole Community

Children and Youth in Foster Care Need the Support of the Whole Community | Voices for Children Panel Blog Series: Anthony’s Foster Care Story | CASA Kane County Blog

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Child Abuse | Change starts here Blog
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Child abuse and neglect affects children of every age, race, and income level. Change starts here with CASA.

Child abuse and neglect affects children of every age, race, and income level | Change starts here with CASA Kane County | Blog | Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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Subscription Philanthropy Blog | Ways to Give
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Subscription Philanthropy — The New Way to Give 

Ways To Give: Subscription Philanthropy Blog | CASA Kane County is stepping right in line with subscription philanthropy by offering a new online giving platform called Harness Giving, who has witnessed that “overall, monthly donors give 42% more annually than traditional one-time donors.” (Harness Giving) By implementing this program, we hope to gain and welcome more G.E.M. (Give Every Month) donors!

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Change a Child's Story- Blog
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CASA Kane County Changes a Child’s Story

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about becoming a CASA/GAL Volunteer | Have Questions about Volunteering with CASA Kane County? We answer some Frequently Asked Questions regarding Volunteering with CASA Kane County! Become a Volunteer and Change a Child’s Story.

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