Light of Hope Advocate of the Year: Susan Mumme
Annually, CASA of Hancock County recognizes one advocate who has provided extraordinary service to the community. This year’s Advocate of the Year is Susan Mumme.
The Julie Cannon Champion for Children Award
Julie Cannon Champion for Children Award has been created to honor advocate for ten years of service, including providing advocacy services for 37 children
Meal Resources for Children
Bay St. Louis-Waveland School District: https://www.bwsd.org/ Bay St. Louis-Waveland School District "Meals 2 Go" March 17-20th Pick-up between 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bay High School & Waveland...
COVID-19 Update
Effective March 16, 2020 the physical CASA office is closed for the week of March 16-20th and a determination regarding its re-opening will be made at the end of the week and if needed beyond the...
Director of local children’s organization wins prestigious national award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Amy Wilson, CASA Mississippi Inc. amywilson@casams.org 769-572-2993 Director of local children’s organization wins...
Cynthia Chauvin appointed to serve on National CASA/GAL
National Leadership Council BAY ST. LOUIS, MISSISSIPPI– CASA of Hancock County announces the appointment of Cynthia Chauvin, Executive Director to the National Leadership Council of the National...
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CASA Inducts 6 New Volunteers
L-R: Michelle Chaisson, Christine Grapusa, Lauren Bloss, Jackie Baughman, Monet Bourgeois & Latasha Robinson were sworn in on Tuesday, May 9th as Court Appointed Special Advocates or “CASA”...
Celebrating CASA Advocates for their Service
On Tuesday, May 16th CASA of Hancock County held its Annual Advocate Appreciation event at The Blind Tiger. Advocates had the opportunities to enjoy boiled crawfish while getting better acquainted...
New Law Recognizing Court Appointed Special Advocates in Mississippi
(Jackson, Mississippi) – Governor Phil Bryant signed House Bill 1213 into law, effective July 1, 2017, recognizing and legitimizing the role and responsibilities of Court Appointed Special Advocate...
Job Announcement Advocate Supervisor II, CASA of Hancock County
Krewe Of CASA Mardi Gras Gala
Thank you to all our Sponsors Children's Defender Children's Advocate
3rd Annual CASA Poker Run
There are several ways you can support our upcoming fundraiser. Consider sponsorship opportunities that will allow your business exposure leading up to, during and after the event. We will also have...
S&L Office Supplies Launches Carts4Kids Project & Names CASA as its Charity Recipient
(BAY ST. LOUIS, MS, September 14, 2015)-On Saturday, September 12, 2015 Chris Cochran of S&L Office Supplies in Waveland presented a check to CASA of Hancock County’s Executive Director, Cynthia...
S&L Office Supplies Carts4kids
S&L Office Supplies, a locally owned business in Hancock County launched its Carts4kids.com giving program in January 2015. This project offers local businesses and individuals a unique...
Save the Date…CASA’s Signature fundraiser set for January 17, 2015
CASA’s signature event, the “Krewe of CASA” Gala is set for Saturday, January 17, 2015 at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. The evening will include dinner, a live band, a silent auction, and the...
CASA’s 4th Annual “Krewe of CASA” Mardi Gras Gala Set for Saturday, January 17, 2015
CASA of Hancock County will host the “Krewe of CASA” Mardi Gras Gala on Saturday, January 17, 2015 from 7pm-midnight at the Bay St. Louis Community Center. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the...
2015 Mardi Gras Gala Royalty Announced
On Monday, November 17, 2014 CASA of Hancock County held a reveal party and invited its volunteers, supporters and community stakeholders at The West End Restaurant to announce the 2015 Mardi Gras...
CASA Welcomes its largest training class to date
On Thursday, October 16th Youth Court Judge Elise Deano swore in members of the Fall 2014 CASA training class. In total 16 new volunteers took an oath to serve children from Youth Court who are all...
CASA’s 1st Poker Run fundraiser raised over $13,000
CASA of Hancock County held its 1st Annual Poker Run by land or by water on Saturday, July 12, 2014. The event began and ended at the Harbor House Steamer in Diamondhead. Participants were required...
CASA Inducts 9 Volunteers to Advocate for Child Victims of Abuse and Neglect in Hancock County
L-R Front row: James Van Cleave, Jerry Beaugez, Jasmine Snodgrass, Myron Labat, Sr., Sue Layel, Lindsey Richard, Pam Martin, Samantha Johnson, and Sandy Hawkins. CASA of Hancock County celebrated...
Hats Off to CASA’s Extraordinary Volunteers
CASA of Hancock County hosted a volunteer appreciation event to acknowledge the work that is being done each day by the programs 40+ volunteers. On June 17th volunteers gathered at the Longfellow...
2014 “Krewe of CASA” Gala a Huge Success
CASA of Hancock County held its 3rd Annual Mardi Gras Gala on Saturday, February 1st at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. The event raised over $24,000 to support the continued child advocacy...
CASA Inducts 15 Volunteers to Serve as Powerful Voices for Children in Need
CASA of Hancock County celebrated the induction of 15 new volunteers on February 20 at the Leo Seals Center in Waveland. Youth Court Judge Elise Deano swore in the volunteers after applauding their...
Thanks to our “Krewe of CASA” Gala Sponsors
Fowler Rodgriguez Counselors at Law are highlighted as 2014 sponsors of the Krewe of CASA
Have you purchased your tickets to the Krewe of CASA Gala yet?
CASA of Hancock County’s major fundraiser of the year is the “Krewe of CASA” Gala. Join CASA volunteers, board members, staff and other community supporters as we kick off the Carnival season for a...
Everyday Heroes Wanted: Are you ready to become a CASA Advocate?
With over 385 children currently in the custody of DHS in Hancock County, CASA has an enormous challenge ahead. Currently, the CASA program in Hancock has 30 trained volunteers who are actively...
Kickin’ it for CASA
The 2nd Annual Kickin’ it for CASA fundraiser was held on Friday, September 20 and Saturday, September 21, 2013 at the Bay St. Louis Sports Complex. Despite harsh weather conditions, 18 teams...
Sponsorships Needed for the 2014 “Krewe of CASA”
CASA of Hancock County will hold the 3rd Annual “Krewe of CASA” Gala on Saturday, February 1, 2014 from 7pm until midnight at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. The evening will include entertainment...
CASA Volunteers Needed: Training to Start January 14th
Volunteering as a CASA advocate allows you the opportunity to invest in children who live in your own community. These children are victims of child abuse and neglect and have done nothing wrong....