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Advocate Spotlight: Jeannie Chance
This month, we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on someone who brings warmth, wisdom, and a quiet determination to her role as a CASA:...
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Jun 183 min read
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CASA Welcomes a New Cohort of Volunteers!
On Friday, April 11, we had the honor of swearing in seven new CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers who are now officially part of our team at Columbia Gorge CASA. Judge John Olson led the ceremony, and these new volunteers are ready to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. I'm excited to introduce you to Katja LaPierre, Jordan Clymer, Jennifer Nydahl, Angella Heiber, Liz Hartge, Autumn Brodie, and Katia Rodriguez, our new bilingual advoca
CASA TEAM
Apr 182 min read
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Volunteer Advocate Spotlight: Stu Watson
We are excited to highlight the advocacy of volunteer Stu Watson. Last spring, Stu and wife Kathy took the advocate training together and we
CASA TEAM
Apr 72 min read
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CASA 101 & Happy Hour
Have you ever wondered how you can make a real impact in the lives of children who have experienced abuse or neglect? Columbia Gorge CASA (C
CASA TEAM
Mar 51 min read
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Volunteer Spotlight: Kathy Watson
Kathy was raised in a home that she feels by today's standards would have been considered emotionally and physically abusive; the results of
CASA TEAM
Feb 262 min read
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Volunteer Advocate Spotlight: Brandee Cipriano
Congratulations to the newest Columbia Gorge CASA Volunteer Advocate, Brandee Cipriano! Brandee was sworn in on December 10th, 2024, by...
CASA TEAM
Jan 292 min read
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Volunteer Advocate Spotlight: Debbie Mayer
Debbie Mayer has been a CASA advocate for a long while—sixteen years, in fact! Her previous life experience included working as a registered
CASA TEAM
Jan 22 min read
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Celebrating George Bentz: Columbia Gorge CASA’s 2024 Rookie of the Year
Columbia Gorge CASA is proud to announce George Bentz as the 2024 Rookie of the Year. Sworn in as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)
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Dec 9, 20241 min read
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Celebrating Dedication: Columbia Gorge CASA Honors Its Volunteers
One of the standout honorees was Monica Carson, who received the prestigious Susan Erickson Award for Excellence. Monica has been an unwaver
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Oct 30, 20242 min read
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Advocate Spotlight: Glenna Gibson
For over 15 years, Glenna Gibson has called the Gorge home. But it was a little over a year ago that she became a CASA (Court Appointed Spec
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Aug 29, 20242 min read
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Kayak the Gorge Supports Columbia Gorge CASA – August 25th
Paddle with purpose on August 25th at Kayak the Gorge in Cascade Locks! On this special day, all rental fees will be donated to Columbia Gor
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Aug 5, 20241 min read
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Advocate Spotlight: Ivy Velarde
In November 2022, Ivy Velarde took a significant step in her life by becoming a CASA volunteer, dedicating herself to advocating for vulnera
CASA TEAM
Jul 15, 20242 min read
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CASA Welcome Spring Cohort
Columbia Gorge CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) proudly announces the swearing-in of seven new volunteer advocates, further...
CASA TEAM
Jul 1, 20242 min read
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CASA WELCOME 7 NEW ADVOCATES!
Columbia Gorge CASA welcomes 7 new CASA volunteers to its team of Court Appointed Special Advocates. Each of these volunteers completed...
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Mar 11, 20242 min read
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CASA Welcomes: George Bentz
CASA is excited to welcome George Bentz to its team of volunteer advocates. George Bentz was sworn in as an advocate in December of 2023...
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Jan 12, 20241 min read
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Advocate Spotlight: Monica Carson
Monica Carson joined the Columbia Gorge CASA team in April of 2021. She took her first case two months later and continues to advocate...
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Jan 10, 20242 min read
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GIVE HOPE! Annual Appeal
As we approach the end of another challenging but meaningful year, I am filled with gratitude for all those who have given so generously...
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Dec 11, 20232 min read
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Festival of Trees Toy Drive
Join Columbia Gorge CASA in collecting toys for children in our community that could benefit. From this toy list please select which...
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Nov 22, 20231 min read
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CASA RECOGNIZES VOLUNTEERS
Columbia Gorge CASA recognized the contributions of its team of volunteers at the organization’s annual appreciation dinner. CASA works...
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Oct 23, 20232 min read
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Advocate Spotlight: Carol Beamer
Carol Beamer, who’s lived in the Gorge for over six years, has been a CASA for almost four years, having been sworn in by Judge John...
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Oct 11, 20231 min read
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