CASA of Contra Costa County

We’re deeply grateful to our incredible sponsors for making CASA’s 43rd Annual Evening of Promise Gala possible this Saturday! Your support empowers us to provide crucial advocacy and hope to youth in foster care, positively shaping their futures. Thank you for your partnership and commitment to making a meaningful difference in our community. Phillips 66 | California Bank & Trust | Chevron | Fremont Bank | Jim Collini, AIF? | Carl Manna | Stifel Financial Corp. | Denise Coyne | Michael Ginsberg, CFP, JD | Ginsberg Financial Strategies | Maria Trigueros Knutson | Samira Nikaein | Michael Murphy | Kaiser Permanente | Bridge Bank | Dale Marie Golden | Judith S Feuer | ABC7 News Bay Area | Diablo magazine

?? The Silent Auction is Almost Here! ?? We’re excited to announce that CASA’s Silent Auction opens on November 1 at 12 pm and runs through the Evening of Promise Gala on November 9 at 7:30 pm. Mark your calendars and prepare to explore a fantastic array of items, all in support of CASA’s mission to provide essential funding for youth in foster care. Your participation helps us empower them to find permanent homes, reach their educational goals, and receive the support they need to thrive. Preview the auction items in advance and start planning your bids! ??https://bit.ly/4eWOakC

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Contra Costa County warmly invites you to be part of a truly extraordinary event, our 43rd Evening of Promise Gala at our new venue, the San Ramon Marriott! Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with inspiration, community spirit, and meaningful impact as we come together to support youth in foster care.

We are always excited to attend events that directly benefit and support youth, and last week's Independent Living Skills Program (ILSP) Resource Fair was no exception. The day was filled with inspiring moments, from hearing youth share their plans for the future, to connecting with CASA volunteers and the youth they advocate for. We also had the opportunity to reconnect with former CASA youth who are now doing incredible things in our community. A big thank you to ILSP for providing this valuable opportunity to connect and support these young leaders! #FosterYouth #ILSP #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityImpact

The countdown is on! Only 25 days left until the 43rd Evening of Promise Gala on November 9 at the San Ramon Marriott! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring keynote speaker Derek- Rapping Dad - Clark, honoree Dan Ashley, and host Joy Ofodu. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of youth in foster care. Secure your spot today and be part of this inspiring event! ???https://bit.ly/3LgbM6s

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 2906, which ensures that Social Security and disability benefits owed to foster children will be saved for them until they turn 18, rather than being used to cover the cost of their care. This is a significant step toward protecting the financial futures of one of our most vulnerable populations. While this law is a big win, there’s still work to be done, particularly to protect foster youth with disabilities. #AB2906 #Legislation #FosterYouth

Excited to be attending the California CASA Association State Conference with our team from CASA of Contra Costa County! The event kicked off with an inspiring keynote from John Qui?ones, host of What Would You Do?, who shared his journey of perseverance and the transformative power of education. The day has been full of impactful speakers and discussions, equipping us to better serve youth in foster care. We're grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with others committed to making a difference! #CALCASAStateConference #YouthAdvocacy #LatinoAmericanDream #MakingAnImpact"

?? Great news for foster youth in California! On September 22, Governor Newsom signed AB 2137 into law, authored by Assemblymember Quirk-Silva and co-sponsored by John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY) and the National Center for Youth Law. This important legislation empowers county offices of education to use state funding to provide direct services to foster youth through Foster Youth Services Coordinating Programs (FYSCPs), removing the previous requirement for school districts to certify in writing their inability to provide these services. This change will enable more timely, efficient support for foster youth across over 1,000 school districts in California. The law goes into effect on January 1, 2025, marking a critical step forward in improving educational outcomes for foster youth. ?? https://lnkd.in/ggTtnRp5 #FosterYouth #YouthAdvocacy #AB2137 #CaliforniaEducation

Want to make a lasting difference in the life of a child in foster care? Join our upcoming Zoom session to learn how you can become a CASA volunteer and advocate for a child who has experienced abuse or neglect. No special experience needed. Just a commitment to making a positive impact! Sign up now to reserve your spot! #CASA #FosterCare #Volunteer #MakeADifference #Advocacy

Thank you to Martinez Pride for hosting such a wonderful event! It was an inspiring day filled with great food, entertainment, and activities that brought the community together in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. We were honored to participate and share CASA’s mission of advocating for local children and youth in foster care. #MartinezPride #CommunityImpact #LGBTQ #YouthSupport