A Night to Remember: Recapping the 2026 CASA-EP Garden Gala

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On August 29, 2026, the fields of Wild Goose Farm were transformed into something truly magical. The CASA of the Eastern Panhandle Garden Gala brought together supporters, advocates, community leaders, and friends for an evening that none of us will soon forget.  Under string lights and open skies, our community came together around a shared […]

Hoodies & Haircuts: CASA-EP’s Back-to-School Celebration

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As summer wound down and a new school year approached, CASA of the Eastern Panhandle wanted to send its youth off in style. The result was the Hoodies & Haircuts event, a back-to-school celebration designed to make each young person feel confident, cared for, and ready to take on whatever the year ahead brings. The […]

Introducing the CASA-EP Jr. Leadership Summit: Big Lessons for Our Youngest Leaders

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At CASA of the Eastern Panhandle, we know that the work of building confident, resilient young people starts early. That belief is what led us to launch something brand new this summer: the Jr. Leadership Summit. Designed specifically for our younger youth, the Jr. Leadership Summit is a three-day program built around the same core […]

Youth Leadership Summit: Capturing the Event Through My Lens

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This June marked my second consecutive year capturing the Youth Leadership Summit, and I have to say, it felt just as special as the first. When I attended last year, I walked in with no expectations and left completely blown away. I did not know what to expect from an event like this, and what […]

Building Leaders: A Recap of the 2026 CASA-EP Youth Leadership Summit

From June 11 through 13, 2026, CASA of the Eastern Panhandle brought together more than 20 young people for the annual Youth Leadership Summit at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. The summit is more than an event. It is an intentional, immersive experience designed to equip youth with the tools, confidence, and connections they […]

Piece Together: CASA’s First Puzzle Competition Brings Community Together

CASA of the Eastern Panhandle recently hosted its first-ever Community Puzzle Competition, and it was a day filled with connection, competition, and community impact. Held at Charles Washington Hall, the event welcomed 4 pairs and 6 teams who gathered to test their puzzle-solving skills, all while supporting CASA’s mission to advocate for children who have […]

Wrapping Hope and Holiday Cheer: CASA-EP’s 2025 Wrap and Rave

The holiday season truly came to life at CASA of the Eastern Panhandle’s annual Wrap and Rave, our largest volunteer gathering of the year and one of the most meaningful traditions in our organization. This year, more than 100 CASA staff, board members, volunteers, and their family members came together with one shared goal: to […]

A Night of Legacy and Hope: CASA-EP’s 2025 Garden Gala

CASA of the Eastern Panhandle’s Garden Gala Raises $300,000 to Support Vulnerable Children Shenandoah Junction, WV — CASA of the Eastern Panhandle (CASA-EP) hosted its third annual Garden Gala on September 6 at Rose Hill Farm, raising $300,000 in support of children who have experienced abuse or neglect across Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan Counties. The […]

CASA Fostering Futures Bowling Outing: A Night of Fun and Connection

Recently, CASA of the Eastern Panhandle hosted a special bowling outing for the youth in our Fostering Futures program, thanks to the generosity and coordination of ARGOS. The event, held at a local bowling alley in Martinsburg, was filled with laughter, excitement, and a strong sense of community. Cari Lefeber, CASA’s Director of Programs, expressed […]

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