It was an honor to serve as emcee for CASAblanca VII this year. As appointed court advocates for abused and neglected children, CASAs are the eyes and ears for the judges who must make tough decisions when it comes to where a child should live or not live. Although almost EVERY state gives millions of dollars a year to their CASA programs, Illinois DOES NOT. Yet, CASA programs save millions of dollars a year and they help take off just a little bit of the burden placed on social services. Most importantly, CASA's are there to always and only look out for the best interests of a child and make sure a child gets therapies, treatments and support. This is critical when you consider what some of these beautiful beings have already endured.
So! It was a humbling honor to emcee the event which raises much need money for these kids who deserve a chance to dream big and reach those dreams.
1)With Jeremy and singer Debra Romer who was a finalist on this past season of America's Got Talent. Both were children who grew up in foster care. Both have incredible stories of success.
2)The enormous ballroom as the gala got underway
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