CASA-EP Thankful for Community’s Generosity with Book, Toy Donations

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MARTINSBURG — Thanks to a number of generous donations, CASA of the Eastern Panhandle will be able to distribute goodie bags to the children it serves this holiday season and beyond. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are volunteers appointed by the court to advocate for a child’s best interest while in the court system, many […]

CASA-EP Request for Applicants

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CASA-EP’s new INFLUENCE ADVOCATE MENTOR (IAM) program will utilize National CASA’s Fostering Futures curriculum and program components to engage CASA volunteers as advocates for and advisors to youth involved in the child welfare system, with the goal of helping them develop specific transition plans, identify supportive adult connections, and achieve positive outcomes in young adulthood. […]

CASA-EP challenges locals to be a superhero for kids

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October 1 – October 31 – Martinsburg, W.Va. – Every child needs a champion, someone in their corner who will fight for their best interests. This October, CASA of the Eastern Panhandle is hosting its second Superhero Challenge to raise support for the most vulnerable children across the region. Unlike a normal road race during […]

DEI – USF Course shared by CASA-EP Program Coordinator

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University of South Florida’s Muma College of Business offered a free, 14-hour (7 weeks), online certificate program to business and community leaders across the world to educate on the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. Sponsored by Florida local organizations Tampa Bay Lightning and Jabil – they focus on how organizations can […]

Join Our Team! CASA-EP seeks Office and Grant Manager

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Status: Full-time (40-hours per week), non-exempt, benefits eligible Reports to: Executive Director Location: Martinsburg, WV Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of the Eastern Panhandle seeks a skilled self-starter to provide office management, perform general administrative duties including database management, and support the organization’s grant administration and reporting activities. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, has […]

CASA of the Eastern Panhandle celebrates grand opening of its new location

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After many years located at the St. Joe’s Parish Offices, CASA-EP has moved locations to Mid-Atlantic Parkway in Martinsburg. The board of directors, staff, and CASA volunteers celebrated the opening of its new main office with the support of local partners and the Martinsburg Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce. Read the article.

LaBrosse named 2020 CASA Volunteer of the Year

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Journal-News – CASA of the Eastern Panhandle recently announced the winner of the 2020 Volunteer of the Year Award. Pati LaBrosse, of Martinsburg. Read the entire article at https://www.journal-news.net/journal-news/labrosse-named-2020-casa-volunteer-of-the-year/article_b0ec7eef-ad83-5f23-a3b5-b219b809d46a.html

Christmas gift drive inspires many in 2020

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Journal News – A longtime collaboration between area attorneys and CASA of the Eastern Panhandle has provided Christmas gifts for hundreds of vulnerable children since the program began 11 years ago. This year, the area gift drive helped others experience the great joy of giving back. Read the story of this gift at https://www.journal-news.net/journal-news/christmas-gift-drive-inspires-many-in-2020/article_4f991af2-d297-51d4-9dcc-3a1bc0f12ad8.html

CASA of the Eastern Panhandle named 2020 Non-Profit of the Year

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On Wednesday, November 4th, 2020 CASA-EP was named 2020 Non-Profit of the Year by Martinsburg-Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce! We are so honored! Michelle Sudduth, Executive Director, was proud to receive the award this week on behalf of all CASA volunteers, staff, board members, and supporters. In addition to the designation, CASA-EP received a $2,000 spot […]

Child advocacy efforts expand in Morgan County with CASA-EP

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More information about the new location opened at the Pines Opportunity Center in Morgan County. Thanks to Morgan Messenger for sharing the word of our expansion. You can join #mycasaep to #changeachildsstory by calling 304-263-5100 or by beginning your application online at https://www.mycasaep.org/volunteer/#what-it-takes https://www.journal-news.net/journal-news/child-advocacy-efforts-expand-in-morgan-county-with-casa-ep/article_75375424-8d04-5a62-84da-f318a4cf6484.html https://www.heraldmailmedia.com/news/tri_state/west_virginia/child-advocacy-programs-expand-with-opening-morgan-county-office/article_9f745dd3-e10e-5c8d-a700-1e0c60cde93c.html

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