What? This year's Wine+Art is already sold out?! Want to bid on art but didn't get your tickets in time? Don't worry, you can still bid on the art auction of over 170 pieces of art all donated from prolific, local, and emerging artists anytime, anywhere! Start bidding on art here.
You can also tune in for our LIVE auction, featuring artists Dali Society, Shepard Fairey, Oleg Jones, Ed Ruscha, and Francine Tint. However, if you’re not able to attend, you can watch and bid virtually online HERE at 7 PM on Nov 5. To get your bids in early for the live auction, please contact Marie Carpenter at mcarpenter@casala.org.
Want to snag a free ticket to this sold-out event? Sign up to volunteer!
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CASA/LA IN-SERVICE TRAINING
General Education
When: Wednesday, November 3 from 12-2 PM
Where: online
Court Report Writing
When: Wednesday, November 10 from 12-2 PM
Where: online
Harm Reduction: Meeting Kids Where They Are
When: Tuesday, November 16 from 12-2 PM
Where: online
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If you are interested in watching a recording of past in-service training, contact Betsy Ann Mudd. We may have what you are looking for!
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Fireside Chat Series - November Edition
On Friday, November 5, join us for a conversation on "Showing up for children and families in foster care during the holiday season." Must RSVP to attend. New discussions every 1st Friday of the month.
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BOOK CLUBS
Coastline Book Group
Where: A CASA's private backyard in Pacific Palisades*
When: Tuesday, November 9 at 1:30 PM
We're Reading: "The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Trauma and Adversity," by Nadine Burke Harris.
*Space is limited to those with completed COVID-19 vaccines.
San Fernando Valley Book Group
Where: online via Zoom
When: Thursday, November 16 at 7 PM
We're Reading: "All the Children Are at Home: A Novel" by Patry Frances
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CASA CONNECTIONS
Opportunities for CASA volunteers to connect with and support each other.
Early Childhood (0~5) TBD
Middle Childhood (6~9) TBD
Tween (10~14) Tuesday, November 2, 6 PM
Transitional Age Youth (15~17) Saturday, November 20, 10 AM
Non-Minor Dependent (18~21) Tuesday, November 16, 5 PM
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Holiday Cards Have Arrived!
Celebrate the holidays by sending a heartfelt gift in support of children and families in LA County’s child welfare and juvenile justice systems. Simply make a donation of your choice to receive physical cards in the mail or send digital eCards directly to the inbox of friends, family, and colleagues!
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Corey Linsley Will Double Your Impact!
We are honored to launch our matching gift campaign with Chargers center, Corey Linsley! Together, CASA/LA and CASA OC have the opportunity to unlock a $30,000 matching gift courtesy of Corey and Ana Linsley – but only for the month of November! Make your donation today to ensure that we can serve even more children and families.
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Wrapped With MoLove
We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Wrapped With MoLove's buy one gift one program this holiday season. Wrapped With MoLove is a lifestyle brand established in Los Angeles. Their flagship product is an all-natural wrap, designed to benefit children in the foster care community. For each garment sold, a child in care receives their own special wrap, which can serve as a material reminder that they are valued, connected, and loved. If you are interested, please visit www.wrappedwithmolove.com to learn more and use code FREESHIP at check out for free shipping.
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Scholarship opportunity
Aaron Ruben Scholarship extended to December 1, 2021.
Do you have a current or former CASA youth/NMD who’s enrolled or attending college or vocational school? If so, encourage them to apply for the Aaron Ruben Scholarship.
This is what makes this scholarship invaluable:
- The money will be mailed directly to the Awardee.
- The amount varies from $1500-$3500
- The money can be used to buy books, clothes, computer/iPad, etc.,
The Aaron Ruben Scholarship was established through the generosity of Mr. Aaron Ruben in 2000. Since its inception, the ARS has provided more than two hundred thousand dollars towards our CASA youth/NMD education. The Aaron Ruben Scholarship committee consists of Barbara Arlow(CASA Advocate for 20+ years), Adriana Lopez(Advocacy Team Manager), Carolyn McGee(Advocacy Team Manager), and Yazmin Pfeffer (former ARS recipient).
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FREE Braces for Kids
California residents who are low income are eligible. No medical insurance or proof of immigration status is needed.
For more information call Hawthorne Dental & Braces 310-935-0517.
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Meet other CASA volunteers virtually for discussion and support. Connections are organized by age of youth served and meet monthly.
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Want to get your own CASA/LA swag?
Our CASA Shop will have you looking good and supporting our cause all at once. It's a win win!
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Join our resource forum Muut to search/share resources, communicate with other CASAs, and ask questions. Read these instructions to begin.
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Visit Litmos for webinars on transition age youth, early childhood, and more.
Look in your email for an invite from CASA/LA or contact Lynne Gabriel.
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Read our volunteer handbook for policies covering everything from conflict of interest and mandatory reporting to boundaries and posting on social media.
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