CASA News

Light of Hope 2019

April 1, 2019

Light of Hope Recap The 2019 Light of Hope Community Breakfast for CASA of Larimer County was a huge success thanks to our event committee, speakers, table captains, volunteers, and our amazing sponsors!  Over 360 guests registered to attend the event.  Together this group raised over $90,000 with the day of gifts, pledges, and company…

Some Stories are Hard to Hear

March 28, 2019

Viewer Discretion Advised: Content is not suitable for younger audiences.  During the month of April, we strive to bring awareness of child abuse in our own community and provide ways for our local citezens to get involved.  The phrase “child abuse and neglect” can often feel like jargon words.  Understanding that these words can mean…

First Group of 2019 CASA Volunteers Sworn In

March 4, 2019

On Thursday, February 21st, 16 new CASA volunteers were sworn in by Judge Stephen Howard at the Larimer County Justice Center. Many families and friends were present as these individuals took an oath to serve some of our community’s most vulnerable children. After completing a preference sheet identifying what type of case they would like…

Ottercares Closed2Open Event Benefits Harmony House

March 4, 2019

On Thursday, February 21st, Otter Products closed its doors to open their hearts to Harmony House. They did so in parternership with the OtterCares Foundation, the charitable arm of Otter Products. Established in 2010, OtterCares believes that one young and inspired mind can change the world. They are champions of innovative education that inspires youth…

A Promise to Return

February 26, 2019

It was their “get to know you” meeting, and Bob thought that he was probably as nervous as Todd, the young man he had chosen to advocate for. Todd’s  Foster Parents had invited him to their house for dinner, and Bob wasn’t sure what to expect from the evening. After the family had finished the…

A Perfect Gentleman

February 6, 2019

It was their very first visit, and Jan was a bit nervous about the plans she had made to take Chase to the library, as his Foster Mom had informed her that he had been in time-out at school 16 times that week! Jan was pleasantly surprised by his behavior during their time together. Chase…

A Team For Brie

December 20, 2018

Brie knew that her Mom wasn’t taking the medicine that the Doctor gave her, because she was acting funny and talking really fast. One night she woke her from her bed and told her that they were in danger and had to leave right away. Brie was afraid and started to cry as her Mom…

New Staff: Meet Jennifer Entner

December 18, 2018

For as far back as she can remember, Jennifer Entner has been a strong advocate for children. Having earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology from Colorado State University, she spent most of her professional career with non-profits focusing on children’s causes, such as the Namaqua Center and the Children’s Foundation. Jennifer has been a…

A Stranger Who Didn’t Let Them Down

December 17, 2018

Felix and Giovanni never really had the opportunity to get to know their Dad, let alone form a relationship with him. As the older of the two brothers, Felix had some fuzzy memories of their Dad, but mostly they involved a lot of sleeping, yelling and promising to do things that they never ended up…

Chef Legacy Wine Dinner Raises Funds for Abused Children

November 16, 2018

(Windsor, CO) – On Monday November 5th, 2018 forty-five community supporters attended the Chef Legacy Wine Dinner; a sold out exclusive fine dining experience at Windsor’s Chimney Park Restaurant & Bar. The event was a benefit for CASA of Larimer County.  “We are thrilled to collaborate with the talented chefs and staff at Chimney Park…