Common Spirit - Legacy Foundation of Kentuckiana recently awarded a grant to support CASA of the River Region. CASA of the River Region is grateful to receive support from the Common Spirit - Legacy Foundation of Kentuckiana to strengthen our Advocacy Academy & Support Program, helping more children who have experienced abuse and neglect receive consistent, caring volunteer advocacy during Family Court involvement. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthenin
School is out and summer has officially begun. For many families, this season brings vacations, celebrations, and extra time together. For others, it can create challenges as familiar routines disappear and families work to fill the gaps left when school is not in session. Research shows that changes in routine can affect children's mental, emotional, and physical well-being. School provides much more than education. It offers structure, social connection, access to meals, su
After more than 40 years working with students identified as having Emotional Disabilities, Linda Grumley DuFour retired with a deep understanding of the complex challenges faced by children and families navigating trauma, instability, and family dysfunction. Throughout her career in education, she worked closely with students who needed consistent support, structure, and advocacy to help them succeed both in and outside the classroom. Over time, Linda witnessed firsthand the
“Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another.” ~Erma Bombeck
