By james art Lubbock, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) – CASA of the South Plains will host the third annual CASABlanca Gala presented by HEB Helping Here, celebrating the invaluable impact CASA volunteers make in the lives of foster children in the South Plains. The gala will be held Saturday, February 22, 2025, in the Texas Tech Frazier Alumni Pavilion.
The community is encouraged to join CASA for an evening of celebration. This year’s Gala will feature dinner, live music, silent and live auctions, a casino and more! From the moment guests arrive, the night will be full of fun! The CASABlanca Gala will not only be a time to celebrate together, but also an opportunity for caring community members to make a difference in the life of a child in foster care.
“The 2025 CASABlanca Gala promises to be an evening to remember and we would love for you to be a part of it. Many sponsorship and table reservation opportunities are available – perfect for celebrating with friends and supporting CASA and the children we serve,” said Jacqueline Morris, CEO of CASA of South Plains. “One hundred percent of the funds raised during this event will stay right here in our community and go directly to serving children who are now in foster care due to abuse and neglect.”
In addition to the sponsorships available, CASA is currently seeking donations for both the silent and live auctions. Any support will help ensure that foster youth in the Southern Plains receive the advocacy they desperately need! For more information about sponsorships, tables or donating to the auctions, please contact Lauren White at [email protected] or (806) 763-2272.
About CASA of the Southern Plains
CASA of the South Plains inspires, educates and empowers solution-oriented community members who are committed to supporting the best interest of children in the foster care system.
Volunteer advocates create connections and promote nurturing relationships for the child and family, promoting hope and healing. Through court appointment and collaborative efforts, volunteer advocates share informed child welfare recommendations. CASA supports children in six counties in the Southern Plains: Cochran, Hale, Hockley, Lubbock, Terry and Yoakum.
The impact of CASA*
- 387 children received advocacy services from CASA of the Southern Plains in 2023.
- 205 CASA volunteers donated a total of 6,791 hours in 2023, saving county taxpayers $373,505 in county-paid attorney fees.
- 121 foster youth found permanency with the help of their CASA volunteer in 2023.
*CASA 2023 calendar year
How you can help
- Become a CASA volunteer and help change a child’s life.
- Become a CASA Donor – Join Heroes for Hope and become a monthly donor. Gifts start at just $10 per month. Every gift counts!
- Host a CASA 101 Information Session – CASA will come to your business and educate and inspire your staff about the ways they can impact the life of a child in foster care.
To learn how to become an advocate or if you cannot volunteer right now and would like to donate, visit www.casaofthesouthplains.org or call (806) 763-2272.
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