According to Dallas CASA President/CEO Kathleen M. LaValle, “One of my favorite Christmas television specials is 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas'. If you’re like me, you’ve seen it enough times to be able to recite along: “’And what happened, then? Well, in Whoville they say – that the Grinch’s small heart grew three sizes that day… the Grinch found the strength … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Dallas CASA
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Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
It was just a year ago that the Dallas CASA crew was preparing for its 40th anniversary of providing advocates for children in the protective care of the state. There were all types of ideas being investigated on how to make it a memory-maker of a year with in-person activities. Then all those plans tumbled when COVID-19 arrived this spring. But Dallas CASA President/CEO … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Magically Transforms Annual Champion Of Children Award Dinner Into 40th Anniversary Celebration
MySweetEssential: Dallas CASA
According to Dallas CASA President/CEO Kathleen LaValle, 2020 has brought profound challenges to all our lives. But even as the COVID-19 pandemic tightened its grip on our world, Dallas CASA’s advocacy on behalf of abused and neglected children did not take a break. It’s been people like Dallas CASA volunteer Janet who have shown the essential nature of our work. … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Dallas CASA
Last Call: Dallas CASA’s 25th Anniversary Parade Of Playhouses
Don’t you know a kiddo who is tired of sheltering-in-place? How about providing them with a whole new home to get away to? That can happen if you can spare $5. Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouse that is marching in place at NorthPark Center and online is providing just the opportunity for you. And one person who buys $500 worth of tickets will win … [Read more...] about Last Call: Dallas CASA’s 25th Anniversary Parade Of Playhouses
JUST IN: A Sneak Peak Of Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouses At NorthPark
Things are looking up. In addition to the outdoor temperatures rising, Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouses is officially marching in place starting Friday in air conditioning. In a break from the usual display of all the mini-mansions at NorthPark Center, this year three have hunkered down at the enclosed mall from the Macy’s Court to the NorthCourt. Seven others are … [Read more...] about JUST IN: A Sneak Peak Of Dallas CASA’s 25th Annual Parade of Playhouses At NorthPark
JUST IN: 25th Annual Parade Of Playhouses Will March On At NorthPark With Tickets Available Only Online
For the past 25 years, Dallas CASA's Parade of Playhouses has marched in place to raise funds for Dallas CASA and to find backyards for the mini-mansions. And this year won’t be different. Well, it will be a little different. The collection of ten playhouses will still be on display at NorthPark for 17 days from Friday, July 10 thru Sunday, July 26. They’ll also be viewable … [Read more...] about JUST IN: 25th Annual Parade Of Playhouses Will March On At NorthPark With Tickets Available Only Online
MySweetKindness: Kathleen M. LaValle
According to Kathleen M. LaValle, While the world feels scary to all of us these days, the world can feel scary every day to children living in foster care. Children who are removed from their homes most often are not sure what’s coming next or what their future holds. Our dedicated Dallas CASA volunteers, with the support of our experienced professional staff, are appointed … [Read more...] about MySweetKindness: Kathleen M. LaValle
Canceled Event SOS: Dallas CASA’s Cherish The Children Luncheon
According to Dallas CASA Executive Director/President Kathleen M. LaValle, The decision to cancel Dallas CASA’s annual Cherish the Children luncheon, planned for Friday, April 3, was disappointing, but ultimately out of our control. Our community had been looking forward to honoring Dallas CASA’s former Executive Director/President Beverly Levy with the Caroline Rose Hunt … [Read more...] about Canceled Event SOS: Dallas CASA’s Cherish The Children Luncheon
March 17 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closure
As if nerves weren’t raw enough, tonight may up the ante. There are predictions of North Texas being hit by some thunderstorms rolling into the wee hours. And is if this weather weren’t enough, more of the area’s nonprofits are reporting changes to plans including the following: Canceled The Dallas Opera's performances and programs for the 2019/2020 season Dallas … [Read more...] about March 17 Updates On Cancellations, Postponements, Reschedulings And Temporary Closure
Dallas CASA Has New Board Directors And Chair
Dallas CASA has a new crop of directors as well as a familiar face serving as board chair. Replacing ExxonMobil’s Rob Schleckser in the role of board chair will be AT&T Senior VP of Human Resources and Chief Diversity Officer Corey Anthony, who will hold that position for 2020 and 2021. Both Corey and his wife Priscilla Anthony have been sworn volunteer advocates … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Has New Board Directors And Chair
Dallas CASA’s Young Professionals Partied It Up For The 5th Annual CASABlanca
While more than 2,000 Junior Symphony Ball guests were in jeans and boots raising funds for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra's programs at Gilley's on Saturday, February 1, the Dallas CASA Young Professionals were all gussied up over at The Hall on Dragon to play games and dance the night away for Dallas CASA. Here's a report from the field: More than 400 of Dallas’ most … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA’s Young Professionals Partied It Up For The 5th Annual CASABlanca