CASA of Dane & Columbia Counties

06/19/2026

Today we recognize Juneteenth, a day that commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas learned they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, Black history, and community. It is also a reminder that the work of equity, justice, healing, and safety for all families is ongoing.

At Canopy Center, we honor this day and stand with Black children, families, volunteers, and community members. Our commitment to creating a community where every child and family feels valued, supported, and safe extends beyond today and informs our work throughout the year.

We encourage our community to take time to learn, reflect, celebrate, and continue the work toward a more just future.

06/18/2026

⚖️ CASA Volunteer Training Opportunity

Want to better understand what judges, attorneys, child welfare professionals, and CASA advocates each bring to the courtroom? Join this upcoming webinar from National CASA/GAL (tag National CASA):

A View from the Bench: Improving Communication and Partnerships with the Court, Child Welfare, and the Bar

This webinar will provide valuable insight into the roles and expectations of key partners in child welfare proceedings and offer practical strategies for building stronger communication and collaboration to better advocate for children and youth.

📅 June 26, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM CT

Interested? Contact your Case Coordinator or register here: https://nationalcasagal.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hDwOp-90QLOaW_IvixQrWA

Participants will receive a a one hour credit toward their annual training requirement.

06/16/2026

18% of the children and youth served by our CASA program are impacted by homelessness - a challenge that can make an already difficult situation even more uncertain.

For children in foster care, stability matters. CASA volunteers help advocate for children's needs in court, at school, with caregivers, social workers, and other supports in their lives, helping ensure their voices are heard and their needs don't go unnoticed.

In the first quarter alone, CASA volunteers:

🏡 Engaged in 609 individual advocacy efforts
🏫 Had 76 contacts with schools
🚗 Traveled 5,429 miles to advocate for children in foster care

These numbers represent real time, care, and commitment from volunteers showing up for children when it matters most.

Thank you to our CASA volunteers for helping children feel seen, supported, and advocated for.

Learn more about CASA → https://canopycenter.org/what-we-do/casa/

06/15/2026

That’s a wrap on our first Playhouses for a Purpose! 🏡💙

The winners have been announced, and these incredible playhouses will soon be making their way to some very lucky kids’ backyards. Stay tuned, we can’t wait to share more photos and stories from their new homes!

We are so grateful to everyone who helped bring this fundraiser to life: the builders who donated their time and talents, our sponsors, ticket sellers, volunteers, and every person who purchased a raffle ticket.

Your support helps Canopy Center continue providing safety, advocacy, and healing for children and families in our community. Thank you for making this event such a success!

Advanced Building Corporation
W.E. Davies + Sons Remodeling
UW Health
JH Findorff
UNITS Moving & Portable Storage
Lovell & Co. Real Estate
Auburn Ridge
TJK Design & Construction

06/12/2026

Coming to you live from Canopy Center!

The winners of the Playhouses for a Purpose raffle:

🏠Lofted Heights Fort by TJK Design Build: #00359
🏠Wisconsin Backyard Playbarn by WE Davies & Sons Handyman Services: #00246
🏠Sunbeam Lookout by Advanced Building Corporation: #00400

Thank you to everyone who supported! 👏

06/11/2026

⚠️ Due to unsafe field conditions, tonight's Madison Mallards game has been cancelled. The good news? Playhouses for a Purpose is still happening!

We're keeping online ticket sales open until 7:00 p.m. tonight (6/11) and will draw our winners at 7:30 p.m.

Even with the cancelled game, we're incredibly close to reaching our fundraising goal! Every ticket purchased helps support children and families impacted by child abuse and neglect through Canopy Center's programs.

If you've been thinking about buying tickets, now is the time!

And if you've already purchased yours, please consider sharing with friends, family, and coworkers to help us slide into home plate.

Thank you for helping us make a difference for children in our community.
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We’re partnering with three local builders to raffle off custom playhouses - upgrade your backyard or donate your win to a family we serve. 💛

Every ticket supports safety, advocacy, and healing for children impacted by abuse or neglect.

Check back often for updates!

🎟️ Raffle tickets drop soon
📅 Drawing: June 11 at the Duck Pond (Madison Mallards vs. Traverse City Pit Spitters)
✔️ You do not need to be present to win
📸 H Claire Photography

05/26/2026

Canopy Center is honored to be in the running for Madison.com's People's Choice Awards - and we’d love your support! 🎈

Here’s how to vote:

1. Visit the Madison.com People’s Choice ballot
2. Click “Local”
3. Select “Charitable Organization”
4. Vote for Canopy Center

Your vote helps shine a light on the importance of supporting children and families impacted by abuse and neglect in our community - and could help more people discover resources that make a difference.

Vote here: https://madison.com/exclusive/readerschoice/ballot-2026/ #/gallery/

Thank you for your support! 💙 Voting is open now through May 31.

05/22/2026

Consent matters. 💜

This Consent Zine is designed to help young people navigate conversations around sexual consent, boundaries, communication, and healthy relationships. Created to spark reflection and dialogue, it offers approachable, age-appropriate guidance on respect, bodily autonomy, and what healthy consent looks like.

Take a look:

This zine was created for a consent event hosted by Monona Grove High School, by Canopy Center's Clinical Director Vincent Saxon and Pre-Licensed Clinican Ali Beyer.

05/20/2026

Welcome Clara, who joins us a Case Coordinator! 🎉💙

Clara is no stranger to the CASA team - she previously served as an intern, where she made an impact by leading volunteer support groups and creating resource guides to help advocates build meaningful connections with the children they serve.

We are so excited to have Clara continue this important work in her new role. Her heart for children, dedication to volunteers and enthusiasm for the mission make her a wonderful addition to the team. Clara, we’re so glad you’re here!

05/13/2026

Did you catch us on WMTV 15 News! 🏠💙

Our Playhouses for a Purpose fundraiser is underway, and raffle tickets are on sale now for your chance to win a one-of-a-kind playhouse - all while supporting healing for children and families served by Canopy Center.

No little ones in your life? If you win, you can donate the playhouse to a family we serve.

🎟️ Get tickets + see photos of the playhouses here:

Canopy Center serves children and families in our area through programs that focus on child abuse treatment and prevention.