CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) held it's annual Ray of Hope Breakfast Thursday, April 8 at the Coeur d'Alene Resort with 290 people attending. The event benefits the FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASA PROGRAM, INC. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) are volunteers who advocate in court for children removed from their homes because of abuse and neglect.
Speakers for the morning included Anne & John Beutler of Century 21 Beutler & Associates (presenting sponsors), Toni Hackwith from Magnuson, McHugh & Company (presenting sponsors), CASA Executive Director Judy Morbeck, ASA Volunteer K.J. Torgerson, attorney Fonda Jovick and CASA Board President Laurie Thomas.
The program highlighted the continued work of CASA and it's many volunteers along with the past, present and expected need for protection of area youth caught in situations beyond their control. Sadly, in today's society there are many children who may fall between the cracks of justice without the assistance of CASA.
Director Morbeck happily reported that over $55,000 was raised to continue CASA's efforts and she had heartfelt thanks for the many contributors.
For more information about CASA, becoming a CASA volunteer or to donate to CASA, go to: www.northidahocasa.com or by calling 208-667-9165 or visiting them at 206 E. Indiana, Ste. 208 in Coeur d'Alene.
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