CASA of Imperial County is proud to announce a continued and impactful partnership with First Foundation Bank, which recently awarded funding for the Hope & Housing: Emergency Support for Emancipating Foster Youth Initiative. This critical program provides short-term, emergency housing to local foster youth as they transition out of care at age 18. The grant, […]
It was a spicy Saturday to remember as Tank, the beloved emotional support dog of CASA of Imperial County, and his foster dad, CASA Executive Director Alex Cardenas, stepped into the spotlight to judge the jalapeño eating contest during the oth Annual Tamale Festival on Saturday, January 17, 2026. The festival, hosted by Wasupwu Productions […]
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 […]
