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An Urgent Message FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REBECCA FARROW

2o15 BoArd OF Directors

Ricardo Coronado, Ph.D., President Martin Durbin, President Elect Craig Davis, Past President Matt Opitz, Treasurer Clark Rucker, Secretary Charlotte Kauffman, Assistant Secretary Janet Bishop J. Heath Coffman Molly Rockett Davidson Christine Dobson, Ph.D. Sharon Geider, Ph.D. Lisa Grady Natalie Martin Carol McQuien Glenn Monroe Tony Rutigliano Amy Walton

ExecuTive DiRecToR

Rebecca Farrow

Our Mission

CASA of Tarrant County speaks up for abused and neglected children by training court-appointed volunteers to make recommendations for safe, permanent homes where these children can thrive.

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I have difficult news to share with you.

According to the 2014 Texas Annual Report and Data Book from the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), Tarrant County had the highest number of confirmed cases of child abuse in the state. A total of 6,097 children in our community were confirmed victims of abuse and/or neglect.

This puts our county ahead of all other urban counties in Texas—more than Harris (6,070), Dallas (5,967), Bexar (5,434), and Travis (2,157) counties. Based on our total child population, 11.5 Tarrant County children per 1,000 are confirmed victims of child abuse and/or neglect.

Other statewide statistics are equally troubling: a parent was most likely the perpetrator; neglectful supervision was the most common form of confirmed abuse; a child will spend on average 22.6 months in foster care before being placed a safe, permanent home; and, over 50% of child victims were 5 years of age or younger. The numbers are daunting, but we must not be daunted.

Our county’s judges, attorneys, Child Protective Services workers, nonprofit agencies, corporations, and individuals have taken collective ownership of this problem. We’re collaborating at the highest levels and in the trenches, breaking down silos and opting for collaborative, cross-disciplinary approaches to this challenge. Our community is putting their money where their hearts are, recognizing lack of financial resources should never be the cause for a child to remain voiceless during their most traumatic time.

You are a part of this effort. Even the smallest of actions increase the momentum of a community pushing for change. Donate your time. Contribute financially. Speak up in your communities. Help us work toward a safe, permanent home for every abused and neglected child in Tarrant County. They deserve nothing less. This is your community. These are your children. Although Tarrant County ranks #1 on a heartbreaking list, it doesn’t have to stay that way. Please join us as we rise to meet the growing need of children who desperately need a voice. With sincerest gratitude,

Rebecca Farrow Executive Director CASA of Tarrant County

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Carol Snipes McQuien, Retired Attorney and Community Leader Ms. McQuien is a retired attorney who received her JD from Texas Tech University School of Law. She has served on many nonprofit boards and is also highly active in her church. She supports the wellbeing of the community through countless volunteer hours. Ms. McQuien served as a trained volunteer advocate for CASA of Parker County before joining the Tarrant County program. “I am truly honored to serve on CASA of Tarrant County’s Board. I feel there is nothing more important than breaking the cycle of child abuse and neglect.”

Tony Rutigliano, President and CEO of Downtown Arlington Management CorporationMr. Rutigliano is the champion of revitalizing and promoting Arlington. He leads the Downtown Arlington Management Corporation, an organization designed to forge alliances between property owners, business interests, residents, and the City of Arlington. He has a vision for a vibrant Downtown Arlington community that embraces entrepreneurialism, innovation, and cultural arts. “I’m very excited to be a part of an organization that has such a positive impact on the children of our community.” 

Sharon Geider, Retired Federal Law Enforcement and Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice at TCU Ms. Geider has 27 years of experience with federal law enforcement. She conducted investigations on complex cases for the federal courts and managed over 50 ongoing investigations. Due to her exceptional work, she was recognized as a national trainer and served as adjunct faculty for the National Training Academy. She currently teaches at TCU and is engaged in multiple volunteer activities. “I am looking forward to using my expertise working with the Courts and on other nonprofit boards to assist CASA in reaching our goals.”

Natalie Martin, Co-owner of three bishopsMs. Martin is co-owner, along with her two sisters, of three bishops jewelry with pieces currently carried in more than 30 stores across the country. Their unique designs have been featured on the television shows “Vampire Diaries,” “Dallas,” and “Entourage,” and were showcased in InStyle and Advocate magazines. The jewelry is designed to reflect their unique pursuits to enrich people’s lives. Ms. Martin also serves on the Board of Directors for the Junior League and is highly involved in community volunteerism. “I am truly honored and excited to join the CASA Board of Directors. I love the work the agency is doing, and I’m proud to be a part of it.”

Molly Rockett Davidson, Catholic Charities Fort Worth In 2005, Ms. Davidson worked six years as an investigator for Child Protective Services at the North East Alliance for Children Advocacy Center, working teamed investigations with law enforcement and the D.A.’s office that dealt with complex, high-profile media cases. She now serves at Catholic Charities Fort Worth in their International Foster Care program.  “My passion for this work is best expressed by Mr. Nelson Mandela in this quote,  ‘We owe our children – the most vulnerable citizens in any society – a life free from violence and fear.’”

Welcome New CASA Board Members!

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“CASA volunteers are the hands and heart of the court, reaching out to

children and families.”

—Judge Tim Menikos welcoming new volunteers

February’s Graduating Class (From Left to Right):

Dave Cuestas, Program Director Stephanie Books, Team Lead and Casework Supervisor Jennifer Sterling, Victoria Ramon, Angie O’Brien, Lori Summers, Carolina DeLeon, Tonya Clark, Courtney Shorts, The Honorable Tim Menikos, Sara Benoit, Megan Maples, Craig Maples,

Cynthia Henzler, Ashlee Clark, Perry Hoover, Janis Wells, Mathias Ybarra, David Flory, Nancy Kay, Darcy Mochel, Thedra Reynolds, Carrie Bradley, Anita Tucker, Kristi Stevens

March’s Graduating Class (From Left to Right):

John Smith, Beth Payton, Program Director Stephanie Books, Ashley Jenson, Team Lead and Casework Supervisor Jennifer Sterling, Lanesha Davis, The Honorable Judge Tim Menikos, Elizabeth Asher, Claire McMillan, Rena Colter, Theresa Rogers, Bailey Bartholomew,

Shana Love, Andrew Chapman, Shantell Davis, Michelle Dwyer, Linda Hager, Jesse Cadiz

Congratulationsto Our New CASA Volunteers

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Chris Jeans, Ana Rojas, Allison Kirby, Ken Kirby,

Nina Cleveland, Dr. Randy Cleveland, Susan Perkins, Terry Perkins, CASA Board Member Dr. Chris Dobson,

Monte Dobson, Andree Griffin, and Peter Tunnard

Presenting Sponsor XTO Energy has been a steadfast supporter of our critical mission, contributing over $250,000 to give voices to

children in need since 2003.

Blake Cox, Heidi Cox, CASA Board Member Carol McQuien, Mike Thayer, Robyn Blake, and James Blake

Mary Hoch, Hallie Hoch, CASA volunteer Tim Hoch, Foster Alumni Edward Green, and Robert Molloy

Jackie Martin, Frank Adler, Leslie Barrows, and Karmen Johnson

Jill Dalton, Emily Martin, Reed Webb, Barbara Webb, and Diane Davis-Jones 5

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Thank you to OurGenerous Sponsors

SINCERE APPRECIATION TO Our Generous Sponsors

PRESENTING SPONSOR

MEDIA SPONSOR

SILVER

BRONZE

FrostCarol Snipes McQuien

Joanie & Mike Nieman and Tobye & Frank Poeschel

Leslie & John David MoritzAmon G. Carter Foundation

Rhoda & Howard BernsteinRebecca Farrow & Stephen Street

Garvey Texas FoundationKappa Alpha Thetas- TCU

Rebecca & Clark Rucker and Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP

Luther King Capital ManagementChristina & Mark Johnson

Meridian Bank TexasPier 1 Imports

Patricia & Dan ShawSouthwest BankSovereign Bank

Amy & Randy Walton and Walton & Walton, Inc.

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AwardRecipients

COMMUNITY HEART AWARDChrist Chapel Bible ChurchChrist Chapel Bible Church and the HisChild Orphan Care Ministry were honored for their work in assisting CASA recruit volunteers to serve more children in foster care. HisCHild Orphan Care Ministry founder and CASA volunteer John Casburn said of working with CASA, “It’s an excellent opportunity to go out there and make a difference, and you truly do make a difference.”

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MONIKA DEWAR VOLUNTEER OF THE YEARMary Ann Dixon

Monika Dewar Volunteer of the Year Award recipient Mary Ann Dixon has been a volunteer with CASA of Tarrant County since her retirement in 2004. She has served 23 families and 36 children in her 11 years as a volunteer. Mary Ann said, “Sometimes these children are in situations that are

horrible, and it’s great to be a part of an organization that is making things better for them.”

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AD LITEM OF THE YEARHolly McFarland

Holly McFarland was honored as Attorney Ad Litem of the Year for her steadfast legal voice in court. Holly consistently seeks to find out the child’s wishes and considers how to best express those goals to the court.

DFPS REPRESENTATIVES OF THE YEARJanine Brannon & Elira Sulejmani

Janine Brannon and Elira Sulejmani of the Department of Family and Protective Services were recognized for their work on the front lines with children and families who are in crisis due to abuse and neglect.

Thank you to OurGenerous Sponsors

2015 JUDGE SCOTT MOORE AWARD RECIPIENTJudge Tim MenikosJudge Timothy Menikos accepted the Judge Scott Moore Award for his reputation of genuine compassion for children as a judge. Judge Menikos said, “I can affect my community by what I do here. It’s a pretty awesome, and sometimes scary, proposition...It’s really meaningful to get this award because Judge Moore was my mentor.”

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Pictures From the Evening

Over 500 guests joined CASA of Tarrant County at the 21st Annual Judge Scott Moore Awards- Voices for Children Dinner on April 7

CASA Volunteer and Master of Ceremonies Andy Bearden welcomes guests

CASA Board Treasurer Matt Opitz and Kristin Opitz, Lisa and Ryan Moore

CASA Volunteer Liz Kagay and Ryan Kagay

CASA Team Lead and Casework Supervisor Natasha Lawry with 2014 Volunteer of the Year DD Holmes and 2012 Volunteer of the

Year Terri Slife

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Agency Receives Generous Grant

CASA of Tarrant County is excited to announce the award of a competitive grant from National CASA, funded through their long-term partnership with Jewelers for Children. For the past eleven years, Jewelers for Children has funded a select number of programs each year across the country. CASA of Tarrant County was fortunate to have the opportunity to thank a local funder of Jewelers for Children, Kubes Jewelers, for their support. Kubes Jewelers, a fourth-generation family firm, offers an array of gifts, engagement rings, watches, custom designs, and estate jewelry. This exceptional national grant recognizes the urgent need to serve more children in Tarrant County and will allow CASA of Tarrant County to continue to recruit, train, and support CASA volunteers who give voices for these children in court.

CASA Executive Director Rebecca Farrow, Kathy Kubes, CASA Board Member Natalie Martin

A New Way to Support CASA Children

The 2014 statistics have been released from DFPS and the figures are staggering. Tarrant County now ranks #1 in the state of Texas for confirmed number of child abuse cases- 6,097. The epidemic of child abuse is not diminishing. The vital need for more incredible CASA volunteers increases with each day. Currently, there are over 350 foster children who need a voice advocating for them in court.

Can you help communicate the CASA mission to our community? Do you have passion to tell our story and convey the need for more volunteers? Can you spend a few hours helping with recruitment? If you are able to help manage a table/vendor booth, distribute marketing information, or speak to groups about CASA’s mission, then we can definitely USE your talents! Please contact Teddi Wiggins, Outreach Specialist, at teddi@casatc.org, or call 817-877-5891 to get further information, and add your name to the CASA Ambassador list!

Legislative Update

High Priority Bills for Texas CASA Pass Out of the Senate! Both SB 1407 (the normalcy bill) and SB 125 (the Trauma Assessment Bill) were passed by the Texas Senate on Thursday, April 9! This is great news for both of these high-priority bills, especially since they are among the few bills that the Senate has passed this session. Both bills have been received by the House of Representatives. The next step will be for the House to refer the bills to a House Committee, where they will be heard and then the regular testimony and voting process will occur on the House side. If the bills also pass in the House, they will be ready to be sent to the Governor’s office to be signed into law. You can follow the progress of these bills, SB 1407 – HB 3530 | Relating to encouraging age-appropriate normalcy activities for children in the managing conservatorship of the state, and SB 125 – HB 1852 | Relating to certain assessments for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services, through Texas CASA’s Bill Tracker.

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Coming Soon!

CASA of Tarrant County’s 2nd Annual SUPERHERO RUN! Start planning your costume now! CASA of Tarrant County will host its 2nd Superhero Run in Fall 2015! Over 500 children and families joined us last year for a fantastic 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. This year’s event will once again bring out the kid in all of us as we don spandex, capes, boots, and helmets to support CASA’s work for abused and neglected children. Interested in a Marvel-ous opportunity to stand up for children? Contact Development Director Natalie Stalmach at natalie@casatc.org or 817-877-5891 for sponsorship opportunities or to serve on the event committee.

CASA of Tarrant County joined over 300 other CASA programs and supporters from across the state at the Capitol to speak up for children in the child welfare system. Representatives from the program traveled to Austin as part of CASA Day at the Capitol, the one day each legislative session that the CASA community assembles to bring attention to improving outcomes for children and youth in the foster care system.

CASA in Austin

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The Austin American-Statesman recently released a 3-part report on child abuse deaths in Texas. Much of the information is difficult to read. It’s tough to believe this level of child abuse and neglect happen in our communities, to the children we know. The report comes after an exhaustive analysis of Department of Family and Protective Services and the current state of Child Protective Services in Texas. The article’s authors write, “In 2009, the Texas’ Legislature ordered Child Protective Services to publicly record every (child) abuse- and neglect-related death in the state – but those reports have not been thoroughly analyzed to help identify patterns to prevent future deaths until now.” Through heartbreaking stories and stunning statistics, the article details gaps in services and identifies strategies to ensure children never fall through the cracks of the child welfare system. You can be a part of the solution. Consider becoming a CASA volunteer, and join us for an Information Session to get the details.

REPORT FROM THE FRONTLINES

NOVEMBER 2014Saturday 11/8 12 noon

Thursday 11/13 12 noon

Wednesday 11/19 6pm

Make A Difference!AdvocAte In FoRmAtioN SessioNs

We ask you to consider inviting CASA of Tarrant County to your organization (professional or social), faith based institution, civic group, or corporation as a guest speaker! We also welcome the opportunity to host a short get together at your company and allow your co-workers to learn more about the mission of CASA of Tarrant County and the life-changing work we do on behalf of abused and neglected children in Tarrant County. Please contact Teddi Wiggins, Outreach/Recruitment Specialist, at 817.877.5891 or teddi@casatc.org today! Information sessions are held at the CASA office with the following scheduled dates and times listed below:

MAY 2015 Saturday 5/9 12 noon

Tuesday 5/13 6pm

Monday 5/18 12 noon

Tuesday 5/26 12 noon

JUNE 2015Thursday 6/4 6pm

Tuesday 6/9 12 noon

Saturday 6/20 12 noon

Thursday 6/25 12 noon

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STORY UPDATE: LIZ AND MYA

CASA VOLUNTEER HELPS BOY FIND A NEW HOME AND A NEW LIFE

REAL STORIES OFHOPE & HEALING

REGULAR PEOPLE. REMARKABLE IMPACT.

Last fall we shared CASA volunteer Liz and foster child Mya’s story. Liz worked with Mya for over seven months, ultimately helping her find a safe, loving home here in Tarrant County. When Mya entered foster care, she was struggling with serious medical issues and needed constant care. Her new family has made it their mission to get Mya the best care from physicians and therapists. In the year she has been with her new family, Mya has made tremendous strides. Watch her progress by clicking the image below.

When CASA volunteer Shelly Harvey first met Eric, he was very sick. At six years old and living in foster care, he had a progressive lung disease and required oxygen all the time. He needed a lung transplant but required a permanent home to be placed on the transplant list. With her medical background, Shelly was uniquely suited to advocate for Eric’s best interests. She provided updates on Eric’s condition and recommended that he find an adoptive home quickly, before he became too sick to get a transplant.

A nationwide adoption bulletin was issued, and a home was found in Texas. Susan and Russell Gray each saw the bulletin and both came home saying they wanted to adopt Eric. Shelly drove to their home in Bryan to ensure it would be a good fit for Eric. Eric’s new mom Susan said, “CASA was our lifeline.”Shelly was able to fill in the blanks for the family on Eric’s medical needs and history in foster care. He is now thriving in his new home. Susan says of Eric, “He was the piece of our family we didn’t know we were missing.”

Shelly was present as Eric was adopted by the Grays at National Adoption Day in 2013 and was elated to hear Eric was able to receive a lung transplant this past January. Now, says Eric, “I can play sports, and go swimming and I can go on vacations and not worry about carrying all that medical stuff.”

Elizabeth & Mya

COMPANIES FOR CASAThank You Frost Bank!

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REGULAR PEOPLE. REMARKABLE IMPACT.

Our thanks to the Frost Bank Trust Department for their generous $20,000 grant for children’s advocacy services. The funds, awarded through the Vestal B. Sanders Charitable Foundation Trust, will fund advocate training and mentoring, and lead to more children served by the agency and its volunteers.

Frost Bank’s continued financial support makes a true and lasting impact in the lives of abused children

in Tarrant County.

Local Retailer Supports CASACASA of Tarrant County extends our sincerest gratitude to Lawrence’s Gifts, a unique shop filled with top trends right in Fort Worth, for their generous support of our agency. Frances Lawrence, the shop’s owner, said, “I’m blessed to be a part of this amazing community, and I’m just happy to be able to give back.” When you’re searching for a perfect gift for a graduation, wedding, birthday, or holiday (like Mother’s Day!), Lawrence’s is the perfect gift shop for all the special moments in your life.

CASA receives support from new real estate business model

Charitable Realty founder Lori Fowler is making an impact on the local community with each sale. A recent article in the Fort Worth Business Press described the process- “The concept, which is copyrighted and trademarked, is simple – Charitable Realty’s broker and agents will donate 10 percent of their total commission on each purchase or sale of real estate property for clients to help fund their favorite 501(c)(3) organization.” CASA of Tarrant County has been fortunate to receive two donations from Charitable Realty clients so far. With the first donation to CASA, Fowler said, “Thank you for partnering with us in an effort to make the world a better place!”

For more information on Charitable Realty’s business model and their impact on the community, visit www.charitablerealty.org.

COMPANIES FOR CASAThank You Frost Bank!

Pictured: Lisa Grady, CASA Board Member;Rebecca Farrow, CASA of Tarrant County Executive

Director;and Brook Whitworth, Frost Bank

Amanda Fanning, Rachel Prestage, Missy Schierlogh,

Joy Sample, Lori Fowler, Lori Hudspeth, Laura Santana, DR Couch, Chase Dowell, and Donna McFarland

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Ways to SupportCASA of Tarrant County

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You can be the difference in a foster child’s life today. Foster care is uncertain at best. Your support allows CASA volunteers to ease that uncertainty by serving as a guide for vulnerable children as they move through the maze of the judicial system. Volunteers speak up for their children’s best interests in court, and provide a kind, familiar face in a frightening process.

Through generous community support, we’ve given thousands of children in our community a voice and a consistent

adult. A CASA volunteer who continues to show up for them through changes in placements and schools.

Today, we are facing an even greater need for our services. YOU can make sure the abused and neglected children in our community have their best interests represented in court. Please help us as we work toward a safe, permanent home for every abused and neglected child in Tarrant County. They deserve nothing less.

Every child deserves a life filled with happiness and hope. With your help, we’ll work together to give hope to abused and neglected children and change lives in our community. Your support is life-changing for children who have been abused and neglected. Give them the gift of hope by donating here.

Make a Donation in Honor or Memory of Your Loved Ones

As you think on the people that shaped your life, consider making a gift to CASA of Tarrant County in their honor or memory. Your generosity will enable CASA of Tarrant County to establish safe families with moms, dads, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, or cousins for hundreds of children in your backyard. Choose a special person to dedicate your gift to here.

Workplace Giving & Matching Gifts Many businesses allow their employees to make charitable contributions through payroll deduction or workplace giving campaigns. Does your employer match charitable contributions? Contact Development Director Natalie Stalmach at natalie@casatc.org about adding CASA of Tarrant County to your workplace giving program or company matching gifts. Your support truly changes the lives of children in our community.

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CASA of Tarrant County greatly appreciates your generous support, and every gift will make a difference in the life of a Tarrant County foster child. CASA makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the names listed.

We apologize if an error or omission has occurred. Please contact us at 817.877.5891 to make us aware of the oversight.

CASA OF TARRANT COUNTY GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGES FRIENDS & BENEFACTORS

Gifts from 9.26.2014 to 4.17.2015

3rd Party Benefit Events7th Annual Funky Finds Spring FlingAetnaColonial Country Club Charitable FundAnne Evans / Papa Murphy’sKappa Alpha Theta Delta Chapter, University of IllinoisSouth Grand Prairie High School’s Dig for CASATCU Kappa Alpha Theta’s Annual Theta 5K Fall BreakawayWildtoad ToffeeYoung Junior High School

3rd Party Benefit- Ruby Slipper Soiree360West MagazineAmy AndersonDebbie BartonBear Creek Spirits & WineKara & Brian BellJoy & Daniel BrandonCandy’s Signature CocktailsKaren ClarkThe Classic at RoanokeCharlotte & John DembyNancy Dennis, Realtor, Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Realty SouthlakeElaine TurnerMindy & Tim EvansJulie GrimHahn WineryLisa HernandezMary & Mark KaferMary KingKimi & Jeff MartinPauline Meier, Premier JewelryChristine NallyHeather & Tony PearsonJill PriceDonna & Ronald RayJane & Randall ShimkusValerie & Mark SkinnerNatalie StalmachSpirit of Texas BankSwan Business Solutions, L.L.C.Texas Ear, Nose & Throat SpecialistsVineyard Office CenterMiriam WrightCharles Youts

Corporate, Church & Civic Donations AerotekAlbertsons LLCDelta Theta Tau SororityEOG Resources, Inc.Episcopal Diocese of Fort WorthFort Worth Paralegal AssociationGap Inc.Jackal Oil CompanyJetta Operating Company, Inc.Kendra Scott Design, Inc.Jae KimKroger Community RewardsMarquette Financial CompaniesMid-Cities Pacesetters Rotary ClubNetwork for GoodSewell Cadillac of DallasTom Thumb Good Neighbor ProgramWells Fargo Community Support and United Way Campaign

Corporate-HonorariumCommunity Trust Bank in honor of Dr. Karyn Purvis

Family FundJanice & Tom GraczykTerry & Terry Schultz

Foundations, Trusts & GrantsCity of ArlingtonCommunity Foundation of North TexasIn-N-Out Burger FoundationLockheed Martin AERO ClubNational CASAOffice of the Attorney GeneralRGK FoundationTarrant County Bar FoundationTexas CASAThe Gil and Dody Weaver FoundationThe Morris FoundationThe Ryan FoundationThe Walsh FoundationVestal B. Sanders Charitable Foundation Trust

Foundations, Trusts & Grants – MemorialNorman and Monika Dewar Charitable Fund

Individual DonationsAmerican Giving Charitable FundAnonymousKristy AstonLaura BaileyBank of America Matching GiftsShelby BardoMelinda BarlowJacqueline Bender & Kennie GarlingtonBHTI Employee Humanity FundKory & Brent BooherCurtis BorlandBeverly BurksCarl and Eloise Pohlad Family FoundationKristy & Paul ClarkBarbara Clark-Galupi & Charles GalupiJennifer & Heath CoffmanCombined Federal Campaign of South Puget SoundAnne ConineMarsha CooperRobin Crook & David WomeldorfLori & Craig DavisDonorBridge North Texas Giving DaySherril & Martin DurbinAmanda EvartsRebecca Farrow & Stephen StreetFort Worth Downtown Neighborhood AllianceDebra HunnIBM Employee Charitable Contribution CampaignNancy & Ross JonesCharlotte & Houston KauffmanJae KimHana & David Laurenzo on behalf of Teneo Linguistics Company LLCKelly LeitoElizabeth & Scott MarksDustin MilesKim MolineCathey & Glenn MonroeKerensa & Shahram NaghshbandiJoseph Ortiz

Sanofi PasteurShanda PettiboneSynde RogenSteven SeneveyClaire ShepardJuanita & John SmithNatalie StalmachAngie StromanThe Greatest Gift Catalog EverDeon & Jason VanoniNina Wollman

Individual Donations - Honorariums and MemorialsTonya Bottoms in honor of Ken & Anne BottomsCharitable Realty Agents in honor of Suzanne HinmanCourtney & Ray Dickerson in memory of Val WilkieNancy & Jack Fisher in honor of Judge BoydRebecca & Stuart Isgur in honor of Edie YentisMary Katherine & Eric Pagels in honor of Al & Debbie PagelsNancy & Ronald Rubin in memory of Katharina SkalinaPatricia Vories in honor of Bridget VoriesClaire Wade in honor of Chuck Gilliatt’s birthdayLyn Willis in honor of Judges Jean Boyd and Scott D. Moore

In-Kind DonationsBest Maid Products, Inc.Christine DobsonFort Worth, Texas MagazineLaser QuestHana & David LaurenzoLisa LymanRally HouseSprouts Farmers MarketRobert Whiteside

Judge Scott Moore Awards Dinner Sponsors & DonationsAmon G. Carter FoundationNicole AnagnostisAnonymous (2)Sheila & Keith AustinElizabeth BabbTrevor BakerMary Kathleen BaldwinRichard BarajasColt BeardenKara & Brian BellRhoda & Howard BernsteinJanet & Lloyd BishopJames & Robyn BlakeMegan & Victor BoschiniAnna BoulwareLeslie & Theron BryantMax BunchCourtney CarrollNina & Randy ClevelandJennifer & Heath CoffmanStephanie & Daren ConnelKatie CopelandFelicity & Ricardo CoronadoHeidi & Blake Cox

Betty CrowMillie & David CuestasJill DaltonTodd DavenportMolly & Tanner DavidsonMeg DavisNancy DeWeesSusan & Fred DisneyJonathan DixonChristine & Monte DobsonSherril & Martin DurbinKim EnglandRebecca Farrow & Stephen StreetMary FlynnVan & Liz FoxFrost Galvan FloorsJennifer & Logan GarrisonGarvey Texas Foundation, Inc.Sharon GeiderJeff GilmoreDiane & Bob GlassburnJanice & Tom GraczykLisa GradyAndree & Gary GriffinLeann & Curtis GriffinAlan & Crystal HannemannMindy & Lonnie HarrisonTim HochPerry & Lorna HooverCynthia HudsonMark HuyckeMarie & Geoff IceMichelle JacksonChris JeansJennifer & Matthew JenningsChristina & Mark JohnsonChristina JudgeKappa Alpha Theta at Texas Christian UniversityCharlotte & Houston KauffmanScott KeenanJudy & Thomas KelloggKelly Hart & Hallman LLPCarole KimbroughLori & Jeff KingAlison & Ken KirbyCody KlipfelMarcia & Kyle KnutsonSherry & Randall KochJanine KrausBrian KrukielPatty & Kurt KulpaKen KundmuellerHana & David Laurenzo Lawrence’sFrances LawrenceNatasha LawryDebbra LedbetterJohn LeitenbergerCindy & Paul LeonardJeannette LeongLuther King Capital ManagementJames LuttrellLisa & Stephen LymanHaddy & Edward ManuelGinny MarkleyNatalie & Brant MartinEmily & Donny MartinErika & Dan McCarthyCarol McQuien

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Meridian Bank TexasBrad MiksekAshleigh MillerSheila & Bill MoncriefCathey & Glenn MonroeLisa & Ryan MooreLeslie & John David MoritzDonna MullenN.W. ConsultingJulia NafaTywanna NealJoanie & Mike NiemanDavid O’NeilKristin & Matt OpitzVicki & Tony OverdirthSarah PartonKim PerroneAaron PhilpotPier 1 ImportsAdam PlumbleyRobert RayLisa RickardRobert S. RiggsJane RomineMick RowlandDanielle & Jeremy RuckerRebecca & Clark RuckerStacey & Aaron RumfeltTony RutiglianoJeff SalavarriaKelly & Roger SappingtonSusanne SchiessShelby & Kevin SelphPatty & Dan ShawJudy & Bill SheltonCindy & Jerry ShultzPatti & Stephen SikesJuanita & John SmithMelanie & Flavious SmithJoan SmotzerCarol SosebeeSouthwest BankSovereign BankJackie SpitzerNatalie StalmachRobin StandleyStacey StreetLarry SweeneySandra TannerMadeleine & Lennart ThaalinThe Barrows FirmThe Gary Patterson FoundationThe Light of Dawn FoundationThe Manning Family FundEllen TylerSue & Carey WalkerAmy & Randy WaltonWalton & Walton, Inc.Karen & Larry WatkinsMargie WestCindy WilcoxMichelle WilsonWinstead PCDavid WomeldorfGary WrightXTO Energy Inc.

Judge Scott Moore Awards Dinner – Honorariums & MemorialsVaughn Bailey in honor of Sue ChapmanJudge Jean Boyd & John Boyd in honor of Sharon & Dan MilliansKathy & Jim Breen in memory of Stephen Breen

CASA OF TARRANT COUNTY GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGES FRIENDS & BENEFACTORS

Gifts from 9.26.2014 to 4.17.2015

Sherri & Travis Brown in honor of Natalie & Brant MartinAllyson Walker Bunch in memory of C. Daniel WalkerLance Cashion in honor of John CasburnFelicity & Ricardo Coronado in memory of Jo Martha KnightMichael & Melanie Gobril in memory of Judge Scott MooreLauri & Mark Moore in memory of Judge Scott MooreTobye & Frank Poeschel in honor of Daniel SmithKey Richardson, Nancy Kline & Judy Stevens in honor of Mary Ann DixonJenny & Andrew Rosell in honor of Tim HochEllen & Scott Smith in memory of Monika DewarMike Thayer in memory of Robin ThayerLyn Willis in honor of Judge Menikos

Sam Denny EndowmentThe Hyde Foundation

Sam Denny Endowment – Honorariums & MemorialsMyrtle & Walter Adams in honor of Gretchen Denny William Brackett in honor of Alex DennyGretchen Denny & George Bristol in honor of friendsSamuel Denny in honor of Mr. & Mrs. Bass, Mr. & Mrs. Bristol, Dr. & Mrs. Capper, Mr. & Mrs. Clay, Dr. & Mrs. Diffley, Mr. & Mrs. Herman, Mr. & Mrs. Dunaway, Mr. & Mrs. Landreth, The Hon. & Mrs. Moncrief, Mr. & Mrs. O’Brien, Mr. & Mrs. Reardon, Mr. & Mrs. Sykes, Mr. & Mrs. Thompson, Mr. & Mrs. Webster and Mr. & Mrs. WilemonAlice & Bob Frye in honor of Gretchen Denny & George BristolJanna Poland in honor of Gretchen Denny & George BristolElizabeth & Paul Ray in honor of Gretchen Denny & Mary Ralph LoweJudy & Jim Schell in memory of Sam DennyJerre & David Tracy in honor of Mr. & Mrs. Adams, Mr. & Mrs. C. Alexander, Mr. & Mrs. D. Alexander, Mrs. Blanton, Mr. & Mrs. Brumley, Mr. & Mrs. Cox, Mr. & Mrs. Crutcher, and The Hon. Wendy DavisMelinda Vance in memory of Samuel Alexander Denny

Superhero Run Sponsors & Donations95.9 The Ranch & 92.1 Hank FM Tiphany AldridgeMauro AlejandroAnonymous (11)Anna ArceoArlington Today MagazineJim ArnoldJoy ArthurShelley BeallBruce BeckerJanet & Lloyd BishopT.D. BlauveltBloomfield HomesStephanie Books & Barton MillerWilliam BrackettColdwell Banker Commercial (CBC) AllianceFelicity & Ricardo CoronadoBethanny CrouseLuan DaoDaniella DapolitoDave and Busters, Inc.Maryellen & Paul DickersonChris & Monte DobsonRebecca Farrow & Stephen StreetFort Worth Child MagazineFrostMarie GagneChuck GilliattCade Goberlaura GogganRichard Granaghan

Deborah GrubbyKelly & Bill HanleyHarrison ConstructionTricia & Jim HermesEddie HernandezTammy HetzelJill JanickiCharlotte & Houston KauffmanMary Kathryn & Todd KellyCatherine KerriganCheryl KincaidBlake KingJanine KrausKathryn & Russell LaughlinMarianne MacCormickScott MarksElizabeth MarksBrigitte McBrideMeridian Bank TexasAnne & Richard MillerAli MoradiJane & Roger NoberKoby OlsonJack OtesonLisa & Todd PodellMary PikeJohn H. PinkertonMark PresleyLaura & Chris RookerAlfred SaenzValerie SkinnerMolly SmithLisha SosaJackie SpitzerJennifer & Nick SterlingKrista StreeterStephanie ToddRon TraverCharles TysonVillage Homes- Janet BishopWalton & Walton, Inc.Cheryl WeatherspoonWild West Comics & GamesCarolyn & Jack WilliamsLeeAnn Wyatt

Year-End DonationsAnonymousRichard BertelWarren BrasherConnie & Kent BrownJim ChadwellSue & Lee ChristieMichelle ClayCompensation Strategies GroupCallie CopenhaverKaren DahlkeVicki DevineSusan DewStephanie DuPreeSherri & Henri DussaultLinda EakmanBarbara EasleyKaren & David EkstromLisa & Joseph EliaKim & Bryan EppsteinSarah & John EricksonRebecca Farrow & Stephen StreetGina & Mark FowlkesTeresa & Terry GainesGregory A. and Laura E. Bird FoundationAngela & Brian GutierrezLindy & Jim HannaJan & Denny HanysakDonna & Richard HeimLinda & Jeff HochsterBarbara & William Hughes

Mark HuyckeIRBA, Inc. DBA Atlantic SupplyAnne & Eddie IrvingWilliam JacksonJames & Dorothy Doss FoundationCynthia & Roland JohnsonMary & Mark KaferKeene & Associates, Inc.Beverly & Cliff KeiserElaine & Larry KlosAllison & James LanterLia & Malcolm LoudenMartin LucasDonna & Larry LudwickJanice McGarrah & Steven WilliamsBrandi MendenhallLaura & Jeff MillerJoy & Steven MiltonDiana MooreVicki NejtekKathy & Jim O’NeilPaige & Graham PateKimberly PattenAnne & Henry PaupHeather & Tony PearsonSusan & Douglas PritchettLydia & Randall RappJane RectorMichele & Fred ReynoldsThedra & Jim Bob ReynoldsBill RhodesRobin RobinsonJudy Rosenblum & John BroudeCharles SchererTerry & Terry SchultzJudy & Bill SheltonSara & Michael ShircliffJudy SmithCarolyn & Lee SpannNatalie StalmachLinda & Dulaney SteerShowna & John StegmeierBeth & Michael StevenerMary Lou & Malcolm StreetCindy & Charles StreetTyler VickersGloria & Jim WallacePaul WeiretherMarsha & Bob WestMary & Dan WhitemanSherrin & Robert WhitesideChristy & Allan WilsonEd WolfeShelly & B.J. Young

Year-End Donations – Honorariums & MemorialsAnonymous in honor of Jean BoydMarjorie Delatour in honor of Charlotte KauffmanJennifer & Eric Johnson in memory of M. Schuler NelsonCynthia & Tom McKenzie in honor of Marty Braniff, Founder of CASA in Harris CountyRobert & Peggy Nolan in honor of Pat NolanAnn & John Schrader in honor of Ellen SmithJane & Dan Sykes in honor of Gretchen Denny & George BristolThe Roach Foundation, Inc. in honor of Craig DavisPatrica Wagner dedicated to her parents

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