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This Friday, March 27, CASA of the River Region will welcome a full house of supporters, partners, and advocates to our annual Embrace a Child  brunch—an inspiring morning dedicated to the children we serve and the volunteers who stand beside them. With a packed room and record attendance expected, this year’s event is a powerful reflection of a community that believes every child deserves to be safe, supported, and heard. At a time when the need for CASA advocacy continues t

Since 2025, Angela Hackman has served as a volunteer advocate with CASA of the River Region , supporting children involved in the family court system due to abuse and neglect. For Angela, the decision to become a CASA Volunteer Advocate was rooted in the perspective gained through motherhood. “After having my own kids, my heart goes out to those less fortunate,” she shares. “Kids are so vulnerable, and experiences in childhood can influence someone’s entire life. I’m hoping t

We are excited to announce that Tara Metts Brown is the new Interim Executive Director of CASA of the River Region. Tara has been serving children in the River Region footprint for over 20 years in roles with the Kentucky court system including Family Services Coordinator at the Administrative Office of the Courts, and as a Case Specialist at the Bullitt County Judicial Center where she developed a successful drug court program, Families Moving Beyond Abuse.   Tara also serve

Kim Schuetze, a recently retired professional with a lifelong passion for supporting vulnerable children, has been making a difference as a CASA volunteer in Shelby County since 2025. Her career experiences taught her that children and families navigating the foster care system can never have too much support. “CASA allows me to share that support, use my past knowledge and training, and have fun caring and sharing,” Kim says. She especially treasures the personal connections

CASA of the River Region is pleased to welcome Tommy Arnold  and Sarah Gibson  as new members of our Board of Directors. Both bring strong professional experience, community leadership, and a shared commitment to ensuring children who have experienced abuse or neglect have a consistent, caring advocate. Tommy Arnold  is Owner, CEO, and Principal Broker of Aspire Real Estate Group . He brings nonprofit leadership experience and a personal connection to CASA’s mission through h