CASA of McHenry County
Events and News
CASA of McHenry County
Events and News
The Ripple Effect
At CASA of McHenry County, we often talk about the power of one. One child. One Advocate. One consistent, caring adult who chooses to show up during one of the most uncertain times in a child’s life. But the truth is, the impact of CASA never stays in just one place....
Celebrating Leadership: Becky Morris, Woman of Distinction
At CASA of McHenry County, we are proud to celebrate our Executive Director, Becky Morris, as one of Shaw Media's 2026 Women of Distinction—an honor that reflects not only her professional achievements, but the heart, vision, and leadership she brings to our...
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Moving from the Challenge to the Change Every child deserves to grow up safe, supported, and surrounded by caring adults. Each April, National Child Abuse Prevention Month reminds us that preventing child abuse and neglect takes all of us—families, neighbors, schools,...
Standing Beside a Child: Reflection of a CASA Advocate
When people hear that I’m a CASA Advocate, they often say, “I don’t know how you do it.” Idon’t do it alone and I don’t do it because it’s easy; I do it because every child deserves someonein their corner, someone who shows up, listens, and reminds them they matter....
Big City Bash Aspen: A Night That Felt Like CASA
Big City Bash Aspen: A Night That Felt Like CASA By Jen Gibson, Events & Communications Manager I’m still soaking it all in. Because of your generosity at Big City Bash: Aspen – An Après-Ski Gala, we raised $284,404—40% over budget—to support CASA of McHenry...
Meet Our New Advocates
Welcome New CASA Advocates! By Sharie Dodge, Advocate Engagement Manager CASA’s most recent training class was a small group but packed with power! On 3/6/26, we swore in five new Advocates. They completed the 40 hours of training alongside four new Board Members....
What It Means to Show Love Through Advocacy
If we have all learned anything from The Five Love Languages, it is that there are infinite ways to demonstrate that you care about someone. For my husband, I might plan a fun date night. My daughters, I will pick up a cute lip gloss I know they will love. My best...
Why Giving Back is the Best Way to Begin Your Year
“New year, new me!” may be a familiar phrase in your household right now. As we step into a fresh year, you may be thinking about new goals, intentions and resolutions. If giving back to your community is high on your list for 2026, CASA of McHenry County offers...
Family Support Fund – A Legacy of Love, Opportunity, and Hope
Since 2021 the Family Support Fund provided to CASA of McHenry County has generously given away over $29,000 in 192 scholarships for youth in care. This all started with one local couple, John Ferrero and Dr. Karen Burgess Ferrero, through their ingenuity, generosity...
It Takes a Village: Stories from the Heart of CASA
It Takes a Village: Stories from the Heart of CASA At CASA of McHenry County, every child we serve has a story—and so does every Advocate who walks alongside them. In this season of giving, we're honored to share four powerful moments from Advocates of the Month....