CASA of San Mateo County

Today is the FINAL day to RSVP for the Lost Childhoods Exhibit grand opening on April 4! Don’t miss this powerful evening of art, storytelling, and youth voices. 📅 Friday, April 4 | ⏰ 7:00 PM 📍 Redwood City Public Library 🔗 RSVP now before it’s too late! RSVP at https://lnkd.in/gGwwcz8D

A big welcome and congratulations to Sonia and all of our newly sworn in advocates! 👏🏼 🎓

We're so excited to partner with Casa Círculo Cultural for a special baile folklorico performance at the grand opening of the Lost Childhoods art exhibit 🌟 Join us on Friday, April 4 at 7 pm, RSVP at https://lnkd.in/gGwwcz8D 🌠 StarVista, San Mateo County Office of Education, California Youth Connection (CYC), Fresh Lifelines for Youth (FLY), Youth Speaks David Mendell, Smita Patel, Dennis McBride CPA, Lana Kreidie, Chris Battles, Jorge E., Robyn Reiss, Richard Shavelson, Heather Cahan, Sarah LaTorra, Monroe Labouisse, Nkia Richardson

⏳ Less than one month until the Lost Childhoods Exhibit opens! ⏳ This youth-driven art and storytelling exhibit offers a powerful glimpse into the realities of foster care and juvenile justice—told through the voices, artwork, and personal artifacts of those who have lived it. Mark your calendars for the grand opening on April 4 at the Redwood City Public Library! RSVP at https://lnkd.in/gGwwcz8D Stay tuned for more details! 🎨✨ 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpEXudCM StarVista, San Mateo County Office of Education, California Youth Connection (CYC), Casa Círculo Cultural, Fresh Lifelines for Youth (FLY), Youth Speaks David Mendell, Smita Patel, Dennis McBride CPA, Lana Kreidie, Chris Battles, Jorge E., Robyn Reiss, Richard Shavelson, Heather Cahan, Sarah LaTorra, Monroe Labouisse

🌟 Celebrating International Women’s Day with CASA 🌟 Today, on International Women’s Day, we honor the incredible women who advocate, support, and uplift children through CASA. 💜 From dedicated volunteers to strong young women overcoming challenges, their resilience, compassion, and commitment to making a difference inspire us every day. 👩⚖️ CASA volunteers stand up for children in the courtroom. 💜 Supporters & donors ensure every child has a voice. 💪 Young girls in care show incredible strength as they navigate the foster and juvenile justice systems. Every child deserves a champion, and today, we celebrate the women who step up to be that guiding light.

Join us for the grand opening of the Lost Childhoods Exhibit—a youth-driven art and storytelling exhibit that sheds light on the experiences of young people in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. 📅 Friday, April 4 ⏰ 7:00 - 9:00 PM 📍 Redwood City Public Library ✨ RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gGwwcz8D Hear directly from youth involved in the exhibit, explore powerful artwork and artifacts, and connect with the community. Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this inspiring event! ✨ RSVP today: https://lnkd.in/gGwwcz8D 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpEXudCM StarVista, San Mateo County Office of Education, California Youth Connection (CYC), Casa Círculo Cultural, Fresh Lifelines for Youth (FLY), Youth Speaks, Sarah LaTorra, Monroe Labouisse David Mendell, Smita Patel, Dennis McBride CPA, Lana Kreidie, Chris Battles, Jorge E., Robyn Reiss, Richard Shavelson, Heather Cahan

Every child deserves a champion, and as a CASA volunteer, you can be that champion. By dedicating your time and heart, you’ll help children in foster care and juvenile justice systems find stability, hope, and a brighter future. 💙✨ Learn more at casaofsanmateo.org

Save the date for the Lost Childhoods Art Exhibit! We are partnering up with the Foster Youth Museum and Redwood City Public Library to bring this exhibit to San Mateo County. Lost Childhoods is a collection of stories, art and artifacts by youth in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. We can't wait for you to see it! To learn more, visit tinyurl.com/LostChildhoods 😊🌟 StarVista, San Mateo County Office of Education, California Youth Connection (CYC), Casa Círculo Cultural David Mendell, Smita Patel, Dennis McBride CPA, Lana Kreidie, Chris Battles, Jorge E., Robyn Reiss, Richard Shavelson, Heather Cahan

On this Presidents’ Day, we celebrate the qualities of great leadership—courage, empathy, and the drive to create a brighter future. ✨CASA volunteers are everyday leaders, advocating for stability, hope, and brighter futures. One volunteer shared, "As a CASA, you are the one person who has the ability to bring key people and resources together and build the kind of support system your child in foster care needs. It’s like a puzzle that you keep working on."

💌 Roses are red, violets are blue, advocating for kids is what we do! 🌟 This Valentine’s Day, we’re reminded that love comes in many forms—like the compassion and dedication of CASA volunteers who show up for children in foster care and juvenile justice systems. 💙 Their unwavering support creates brighter futures, builds trust, and ensures every child feels valued. Thank you for spreading love through advocacy and making a lasting impact in the lives of children who need it most. ❤️ Visit our website at casaofsanmateo.org to learn how you can make an impact. #ValentinesDay #CASA #LoveInAction #FosterCare #CASAImpact