This day in particular recognizes the impact philanthropy has on our communities. We take pause in our work, our mission, needs in our community, and our endless to-do lists to celebrate the generosity and dedication of those that support us.
We are all well-aware of the impacts COVID-19 have had on our communities. Funding resources were reduced dramatically, for some, cut all together. With that funding change, we all had to adjust and brainstorm how we can still help the kids we serve in our county – even when confirmed cases of abuse and neglect were on the rise in early 2020. Our communities read the horror stories, heard our pleas, and stepped up to the plate. They knew they had to do more and how significantly important it is to help children who have been abused and neglected.
We at CASA of Tarrant County are honored and fortunate to have such a giving community that wants to serve their fellow neighbors. The cost of action is far more affordable than the cost of inaction. Because of donors like you, the time kids spent in foster care that had a CASA volunteer saved Tarrant County taxpayers $3,250,000 in 2020. Can you imagine the impact we can continue to make this year, and for years to come?
Philanthropists come in all shapes, sizes, and ages – from setting up a simple lemonade stand, sharing with their employers the important work that CASA of Tarrant County does, to merely sharing our mission with friends and family. Regardless of age, our donors have made it a point to help their fellow-man and be there for the child.
The dedication our supporters have for our children are unmatched. And for that, we thank you. Because of you, we’re able to serve children in foster care – you were able to care for them, to help support them. We are eternally grateful for your commitment, generosity, and caring nature. Thank you.