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PAWS FOR PATRICK
charity snapshot WHAT THEY DO Connect young people (up to 26 years old) with Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) & Therapy Dogs to aid them as they live with mental illness. Utilize their unique Wish Granter & Therapy Dog programs, they provide the funds & resources to bring the love of animals to those who need…
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KIDS MATTER INTERNATIONAL
charity snapshot WHAT THEY DO Help children who live at or below poverty level by providing basic needs such as new clothing, shoes, books, school supplies and backpacks. Serving 1,500-2,000 children yearly HOW THEY DO IT Yearlong “Ramp Up Reading Literacy Program” in Northeast Tarrant County “Around the Block” shopping program in partnership with Kohl’s…
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Why You Should Consider Becoming a CASA Volunteer (Court Appointed Special Advocate)
Having volunteered to advocate for abused and neglected children in the foster care system for the last 5 years, it is fitting that my first charity post is about my personal experience as a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). If you’ve never heard of CASA, you’re not alone. I had not heard of it either…
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COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES (CASA)
CHARITY snapshot WHAT THEY DO A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) or Guardian Ad-litem (GAL) is a volunteer who guides a child in the foster care system to a safe and permanent home as quickly as possible. They provide a constant presence in the child’s life during their time in foster care. HOW THEY DO…
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Children and Women
LEARN ABOUT THESE CHARITIES2LOVE! Supports and promotes Court-Appointed Volunteer Advocacy for children and youth who have experienced abuse or neglect Helping children in need through programs that empower them and enhance their lives Connecting young people with emotional support animals & therapy dogs Supports survivors in crisis & inspires them to see how they are…