CASA of Imperial County is honored to announce it has been awarded a $10,000 Health and Wellness Grant from the Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation (IVWF). This one-year grant will directly support CASA’s mission to enhance the well-being, educational success, and emotional resilience of foster youth through three impactful initiatives: the Sunshine Account, the Jamie Sinclair Literacy Program, […]
The In-N-Out Burger Foundation has awarded a $10,000 grant to CASA of Imperial County to support the organization’s Education Mentorship Program, serving foster youth in both State and Tribal Court jurisdictions.The CASA Education Mentorship Program provides one-on-one guidance and academic support to foster youth, helping them build confidence, set educational goals, and connect with community resources. Through this program, CASA Advocates […]
The Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Imperial County is proud to announce that Jonathan Smith has been awarded The Honorable Judge Juan Ulloa Scholarship, an award recognizing exceptional youth who demonstrate leadership, community service, and perseverance in the face of adversity.Jonathan, a member of the Quechan Tribe, has become a familiar voice in his community as a broadcaster for […]
Access to Thrive, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities, joined forces with CASA of Imperial County to ensure foster youth and children across the Valley have the school supplies they need to succeed. The fundraiser was hosted at The Den in El Centro, an art studio chosen […]
This weekend kicked off the first of two summer celebrations hosted by CASA of Imperial County, with a special pool party held today, August 17, for local foster children and youth. The second event—a Volunteer Appreciation Pool Party—will take place next Saturday, August 24, honoring the dedicated CASA volunteers who serve as consistent advocates for […]
CASA of Imperial County hosted a private event this past week called “Christmas in July”—a celebration and empowerment workshop designed exclusively for teenage girls in the foster care system. Held at Firestorm Gymnastics in El Centro, the event provided an uplifting, judgment-free space where youth could explore art, movement, mentorship, and life skills essential to […]
CASA of Imperial County is proud to announce the launch of the Jamie Sinclair Literacy Program, a new initiative honoring the life and legacy of beloved educator and child advocate Jamie Sinclair. The program aims to foster a lifelong love of reading, creativity, and connection among foster children and underserved youth across Imperial County. The […]
In a powerful act of community engagement and restorative justice, the incarcerated population at Calipatria State Prison (CAL) has donated proceeds from their recent charitable fundraising campaign (food sale) to support vulnerable children in Imperial County. The donation-raised through the sale of meals featuring Leroy's BBQ favorites—will directly benefit CASA of Imperial County. CASA of […]
