CASA by the Lakes

09/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming our newest CASA volunteer, Julia Kelly Ralston!

She has made the incredible decision to step up and advocate for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. By choosing to serve, she is giving a child a dedicated voice and someone committed to making sure their best interests are always at the forefront.

Help us give Julia Kelly a warm welcome as she begins her journey as a CASA volunteer!

08/28/2026

Over the past two weeks, we’ve been so grateful to have been able to celebrate and attend three exciting ribbon cuttings in our community! We are so grateful to each of these businesses and community projects for choosing to invest, grow, and be a part of our community.

We’re thrilled to welcome these new opportunities and look forward to watching each business and community project continue to grow and make a positive impact.

Thank you for choosing our community. We’re excited to see all that the future holds!

08/27/2026

We are so grateful to Holly Cherry from Serenity Recovery of Western Kentucky, Inc for hosting an in-service training for our CASA volunteers!

Holly shared her personal testimony and provided valuable insight into ways CASA volunteers can support individuals and families struggling with addiction. It was a meaningful and informative evening, and we were thankful to have several volunteers, board members, and staff in attendance to learn more about an issue that continues to have a significant impact on our community.

We are grateful for partnerships like this one and for the opportunity to learn more about the important services Serenity Recovery and other community organizations provide to support individuals and families.

Thank you, Holly, for sharing your story and your heart with our CASA team!

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from us at CASA by the Lakes!

Today, we’re celebrating a very special member of the CASA by the Lakes family: Penny, our honorary office dog!

Penny brings so much personality to our office. From her quick napping, to her impressive ability to destroy a toy in no time, to her continuous requests for someone to throw the ball, she keeps us entertained every time she shows up.

She’s a ball of fluff, energy, and unconditional love, and she is adored by everyone in our office, especially Jessica Foust.

In honor of Penny and all the wonderful dogs who bring joy to our lives, we want to see your dog!

Drop a photo of your dog in the comments. We want to see them all!

Happy National Dog Day from Penny!

08/25/2026

Today, we are proud to spotlight Amy, who has been a dedicated CASA by the Lakes volunteer for more than five years!

Amy serves in Christian County alongside her husband as a CASA couple. She is always focused on the children and committed to making sure their needs are heard and supported.

We are incredibly grateful for her many years of service and her continued dedication as CASA by the Lakes transitioned to managing Christian County.

Thank you, Amy, for all you do for children and families in our community. We are so grateful to have you on our team!

08/21/2026

What a fun few days at the State Fair! 🎡We kicked off the fair on Wednesday night with Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell’s Farm to Fork Dinner. The funds raised through this event help provide agriculture experiences for our CASA kids, helping cover opportunities like 4-H camp, local fairs, pumpkin patches, and so much more! These are experiences that some of our CASA kiddos might not otherwise have the opportunity to enjoy, and we’re so grateful to be part of making them possible. On Thursday, Jessica had the opportunity to work the Kentucky CASA Network booth at the fair with fellow KCN staff and directors. If you’re heading to the fair, make sure to stop by and tell them hello!

And she even got to spend some time with a very special guest, Natalie! 🥰 While we definitely miss having her at CASA by the Lakes, we couldn’t be more excited to see her doing BIG things at CASA of Rochester/ Monroe County! We’re so proud of you, Natalie!

08/20/2026

Please help us welcome Alicia Reeves, our newest CASA volunteer!

Alicia has chosen to step up to advocate for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Her willingness to serve means more children will have someone dedicated to looking out for their best interests.

We are so thankful for Alicia and can't wait to see the differences that she will make. Help us welcome Alicia as she begins her journey as a CASA volunteer!

08/17/2026

We are currently participating in the Weaver Challenge for Charities, an amazing opportunity for local charities to raise funds!

If our organization raises $5,000, it will be matched up to another $5,000! The matching funds will go directly into our nonprofit’s endowment, helping us strengthen our mission and prepare for the future.

If you’re able, please consider making a donation and helping us reach our $5,000 goal. Every gift makes a difference!

To donate today, visit https://mcccf.org/weaver-challenge and click on our logo.

08/14/2026

08/13/2026

Happy Birthday to Kelsie York!

We hope you have a wonderful birthday! We are grateful to have you as part of the CASA by the Lakes team!

Help us wish Kelsie a very Happy Birthday.