Celebrating 45 Years of CASA Advocacy

Please join us June 5, 5:30-8:00 pm at AC Hotel in Clayton to celebrate 45 years of CASA advocacy in Saint Louis! We'll honor our past—including our founders from NCJW-STL—and share plans for our future. The cocktail reception includes appetizers, drinks, and validated garage parking, plus live jazz by saxophonist Readus Miller. Tickets are $75 each and now available: click here to reserve your spot!

Thanks to the sponsors making this event possible:

Gold Sponsors

Ameren Missouri

Carrollton Bank

Silver Sponsors

Cushman & Wakefield Inc.

Moore Computing

Paule, Camazine & Blumenthal, P.C.

PEG Staffing

The Charity CFO

We Get Food Group

To join us as a sponsor: please contact kduffin@stlcasa.org or use the ticket form.

Double the Impact: SLU Graduates Are CASA Advocates

New CASAs Appointed to Cases

This month eighteen dedicated individuals completed CASA training and were sworn in as Court Appointed Special Advocates. Judge Dodson said it best: “When there’s a CASA on a case, I smile. It means we’ve got a greater chance of serving the child in the best way.” Each new volunteer will serve as an advocate for a child or sibling group throughout their time in foster care. 

If you're interested in learning more about becoming a CASA volunteer, please join us for a one-hour online informational session: click HERE to register or contact nsteinhoff@stlcasa.org with questions. Upcoming sessions include:

• Thursday May 29, 5:30 pm
• Monday June 2, 9:30 am
• Thursday June 12, 12:00 pm

Photo: New CASA volunteers at the in-person swearing-in ceremony, and those in the virtual session.

Judys for Justice: CASA’s Founders in St. Louis

The roots of CASA of St. Louis go back to the National Council of Jewish Women in St. Louis (NCJW-STL). Back in 1980, members Judy Putzel and Judy Milton were tasked with organizing and recruiting advocates for children in foster care. They got the program started, pushed for funding, and spread the word of the importance of providing CASAs for children. We’re forever grateful for their dedication and service, and will honor Judy and Judy at our 45th Anniversary Celebration on June 5. Read the full story of Judy Milton and Judy Putzel on our blog HERE.

Photo: Judy Putzel (left) and Judy Milton, CASA founders

Appreciating CASA Volunteers

We had a wonderful time celebrating our amazing CASA volunteers at our Volunteer Appreciation Picnic at Bridgeway Park this past Saturday! Volunteers and staff brought their families and furry friends to enjoy the sunshine, laughter, and connection. Chuck Gilbert, marking his tenth year as a CASA volunteer, was honored with a plaque, a round of applause, and our continuing gratitude. 

With hot dogs and other treats, games and bubbles for the kids, a beautiful playground, and heartfelt conversations, we shared not just stories but community. CASA volunteers are the heart of our mission, and we’re grateful to celebrate their incredible work.

Kudos to Katie’s!

Thank you to Katie's Pizza & Pasta, and to everyone who dined in or carried out to support CASA for Giveback Tuesday on April 22! Katie’s donated all proceeds from all their locations to three charities, and we’re glad to be chosen as one of the recipients. We set up shop at the Rock Hill location, distributing flyers and stickers and speaking with guests about our mission, and enjoying an excellent dinner!

Photo: CASA staff members Kathleen and Brooke appreciate Katie's take-out for lunch.

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