Volunteer Appreciation 2025

At CASA of Kent County, celebrating our volunteers is one of our favorite traditions—and this year’s Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was no exception.
Held at Ivanrest Church in Grandville, the evening featured a cheerful picnic theme. Volunteers and their guests enjoyed a delicious dinner from Wealthy Street Bakery, followed by time to relax, connect, and share stories with one another. It was also a wonderful opportunity for advocates to meet new members of the CASA staff and strengthen the sense of community that makes our program so special.
So far in fiscal year 2025, 102 CASA volunteers have advocated for 175 children – a powerful reminder of the difference they are making in the lives of Kent County’s most vulnerable kids.
To every CASA volunteer, thank you for the countless hours you dedicate to ensuring that children in foster care have a voice. You are the heart of CASA of Kent County, and we are so grateful for you.
This story is featured in the Fall 2025 edition of CASA Connect, CASA of Kent County’s quarterly newsletter. Click here to view a pdf version of this newsletter.
Federal funding shifts and economic challenges have sparked urgent conversations about how organizations like CASA can sustain their mission long term.
At CASA of Kent County, we believe that spreading the word about our mission is key to helping children in foster care receive the advocacy they deserve.
The CASA of Kent County team had the privilege of attending Reunification Day, an annual celebration hosted by West Michigan Partnership for Children (WMPC), at John Ball Zoo.
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