At last year's luncheon, our CASA teen wowed the room with her courageous story of overcoming and her dreams of becoming the first in her family to go to college. Here's a clip, created by the pros at Capital Community Media! At this year's luncheon, our CASA teen returns to share highlights from her freshman year so far at Linfield University. We look forward to seeing you next week for our SOLD OUT annual luncheon. Can't make it? Donate today: https://lnkd.in/grwaDfhm https://lnkd.in/gtSYiexp
CASA of Marion County, Oregon
Non-profit Organizations
Keizer, Oregon 329 followers
Our mission is to provide every child in need with trained volunteer advocates to ensure their safety.
About us
We train and supervise volunteers to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates for abused and neglected children who are in foster care. Through our volunteers, CASA advocates for the educational, health, and safety needs of children in care. Our vision is to provide a CASA for every child. In order for CASA to fully accomplish its mission, our volunteers, staff and board will be cognizant of and sensitive to each child’s/family’s frame of reference, including their heritage, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, socio-economic status, place of birth, disabilities, and/or family structure. Volunteers will be able to sensitively communicate with the child and their family and in turn appropriately communicate the child’s needs to the court while considering diversity, equity, and inclusion for each case. CASA will strive to achieve a volunteer base, staff, and board of directors that reflects the diversity of children in the judicial and child welfare systems as well as its community. Volunteer service will be made accessible to all individuals regardless of gender identity, age (must be 21), ethnicity, socio-economic situation, or disability. Cultural awareness and competency is an integral component of all training for board, staff, and volunteers. Marion County is a diverse county with rural and urban areas.
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http://www.casamarionor.org
External link for CASA of Marion County, Oregon
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Keizer, Oregon
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- child advocacy, child welfare, and trauma-informed
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3530 River Rd N
Keizer, Oregon 97303, US
Employees at CASA of Marion County, Oregon
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Manny Martinez, MBA - Values-Based Financial Planner
Father 👨👦👦 | Yankees ⚾ | Salsa 🕺 | Dominican🇩🇴 | Values-based financial planning. Creating cash flow structures that result in greater…
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Jennifer Collins
Executive Assistant | Event Manager | Office Administrator
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Dorothy Hawkins Yundt
Energy Executive
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MARK SEYFRIED
COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATE
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We so enjoyed working with Leyna this summer! We invite undergraduate and graduate students to consider interning with us! Now accepting internship applications for winter term. https://lnkd.in/gurKhshi
Leyna Quach JD’26 spent the summer clerking for Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) of Marion County as part of her WUPILP Fellowship. Read more about her experience here: https://bit.ly/47RlyGD - Through the WUPILP Fellowship “students have the chance to advocate for justice, promote equity, and contribute to positive social change.” -Leyna Quach
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Please welcome Melissa to CASA of Marion County, our new Bilingual Advocate Coordinator! A graduate of Western Oregon University, Melissa will recruit, train, and supervise bilingual CASA volunteers to help us serve bilingual children and families across Marion County. In her own words: My name is Melissa, I was born in Washington but was raised in beautiful Oregon. During my spare time I love to spend time with my family, bake, cook, go on hikes, and enjoy spontaneous activities. I am a first generation graduate with a major in Public Policy and Administration and a minor in Criminal Justice. I am also proudly a Family Ford Foundation scholar alumni. As a Latina and first generation grad, I am honored to have had the opportunity to continue my education making my family proud, but most importantly my son, as I hope to inspire him to one day do the same. I am honored to join the CASA of Marion County team as its newest Bilingual Advocate Coordinator. Furthermore, I am eager to embark on this journey of knowledge and experience that will enhance my success in this role. To conclude, I am especially excited to know that my contributions will positively impact the lives of many children in our communities. [...] Mi nombre es Melissa, nací en el estado de Washington pero mi madre me crío en el estado de Oregon. Durante mi tiempo libre me encanta compartir mi tiempo con mi familia, cocinar, hornear, caminar rutas de senderismo, y también disfruto mucho actividades espontáneas. Soy una graduada de primera generación y obtuve una carrera en Política Pública y Administración y una concentración menor en justicia criminal. También tuve el honor de aver recibido una beca de la fundación Family Ford. Como Latina y graduada de primera generación, estoy muy agradecida de aver podido continuar mi educación y hacer sentir a mi familia orgullos de mi, pero más importante a mi hijo, y espero que mi esfuerzo le de la motivación de algún día hacer lo mismo. Ahora tengo el honor de ser parte del equipo de CASA del condado Marion y estoy muy contenta de ser la nueva coordinadora defensora bilingüe. Estoy más que lista de empezar esta nueva etapa por todo el aprendizaje que voy obtener y que se que me ayudará a ser muy exitosa en esta posición. Por último, me gustaría añadir que estoy muy contenta de que mi trabajo va impactar positivamente las vidas de muchos niños de nuestra comunidad.
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Sign up today for CASA of Marion County, Oregon is hosting CASA of Marion County's "We are for the Children" Annual Luncheon. We will hear success stories from foster youth and crown our Volunteer of the Year! Lunch is complimentary. RSVP by visiting https://lnkd.in/g_Q_Bnk9
SAVE THE DATE! Join CASA of Marion County on Thursday, October 10 from noon to 1 pm at the Keizer Civic Center for our annual recognition of youth in foster care and the volunteers devoted to them. Lunch is complimentary. We will share success stories and announce our Volunteer of the Year. RSVP by visiting https://lnkd.in/gDukgJyk. Sponsorship opportunities start at $500. Sign up today to host a table of eight or reserve your seat. To RSVP or become a table captain, visit https://lnkd.in/gDukgJyk To sponsor, visit https://lnkd.in/gnYgKDTs
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Is it your turn to buy lunch for the office? Impress the team AND support a great cause by participating in CASA's fundraiser collab with MOD Pizza! On September 17, place an online order for pizza, salads, and more at the MOD Pizza location on 4425 Commercial Street SE and mention the fundraiser code MODGIVES20. MOD Pizza will donate 20% of your bill to CASA of Marion County! Fundraiser Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Address: MOD Pizza 4425 Commercial Street SE Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES20 Hint: MOD Pizza is open 10:30 am until 10 pm on Tuesdays.
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Our gratitude to OPB for highlighting the life-changing work of a CASA volunteer. Are you ready to change a child's story? Visit https://lnkd.in/ggAvkxnv to become a CASA in Marion County. https://lnkd.in/gZSTFyFe
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Is it your turn to buy lunch for the office? Impress the team AND support a great cause by participating in CASA's fundraiser collab with MOD Pizza! On September 17, place an online order for pizza, salads, and more at the MOD Pizza location on 4425 Commercial Street SE and mention the fundraiser code MODGIVES20. MOD Pizza will donate 20% of your bill to CASA of Marion County! Fundraiser Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Address: MOD Pizza 4425 Commercial Street SE Fundraiser Code: MODGIVES20 Hint: MOD Pizza is open 10:30 am until 10 pm on Tuesdays.
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Change a Child's Story – Volunteer with CASA of Marion County! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children? CASA of Marion County is seeking dedicated volunteers to advocate for children in the foster care system. As a Court Appointed Special Advocate, you will be the voice for those who need it most and help us reach our goal of ensuring that every child has a safe, loving home. Join us on Zoom on Monday, September 16 at 6 pm, to learn more about how you can make a lasting impact. For more information or to apply, visit https://lnkd.in/ggAvkxnv
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SPONSORS WANTED FOR OUR ANNUAL LUNCHEON! Now's your chance to sponsor our annual luncheon! Don't miss your chance to market your organization in front of 350 guests! The CASA Luncheon is marketed to our entire network of CASA supporters, donors, volunteers, alumni, board members, and staff. Word of mouth propels our event. Don't miss your opportunity to partner with us and get your business in front of five thousand CASA supporters on social media, newsletter subscribers, event attendees, and more. Check out our sponsorship guide, or visit https://lnkd.in/g_Q_Bnk9
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CASA Prevents Homelessness CASA helps foster youth plan transition from living in foster care into living on their own. CASA also helps teens and young adults make a budget, encouraging and connecting their teen with appropriate and helpful transitional resources. Last but not least, CASA helps foster teens and young adults obtain household essentials like bedding, furniture, and more. When we prevent youth homelessness, we prevent a lifetime of homelessness. Support our work by visiting www.casamarionor.org.
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