In 2017, from the gentle nudge of a close friend, Debbie Schmit explored a local non-profit program, Court Advocates for Children. After learning about the program’s mission and its increasing need for volunteers, Debbie signed up. Since then Debbie has…
April 4, 1983 A Proclamation Child abuse and child neglect continue to threaten the lives and health of over a million of our Nation’s children. Their physical suffering and emotional anguish challenge us, as parents, neighbors, and citizens, to increase…
Ellensburg, Washington (February 22, 2021) – Court Advocates for Children celebrates its 36th year as a nonprofit, providing best-interest advocacy for children in Kittitas County. Our mission is to provide trained independent volunteers who promote and advocate for the best interests…
January 2021 is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, as decreed by presidential proclamation. January is also known as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. It is a key time for us all as individuals to educate ourselves about human trafficking…
HealthNews · Jan 18, 2021 · Contributor: Elise Herman, MD, KVH Pediatrics As the COVID pandemic drags on, it can feel increasingly difficult to stay positive, and parents of young children may be noticing the effects on their child’s moods. Even preschoolers may be…
Kelsey Joy Majors Photography provides holiday photo opportunity in support of Court Advocates for Children Ellensburg, WA (December 9, 2020) – On December 18th and 19th Kelsey Joy Majors photography will be offering holiday photos for $20 in the Mercer…
Joining millions around the world participating in the global generosity movement on December 1, 2020. Ellensburg, WA (November 19, 2020) – This #GivingTuesday, Court Advocates for Children will inspire generosity by continuing to promote the need for best interest advocacy…
As children across the nation have returned to school in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic – whether in person or virtually – the work of a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) or Guardian ad Litem (GAL) volunteer continues to be…
GRANTS PASS, Ore. (September 1, 2020) – For the 10th year in a row, Dutch Bros Coffee and its customers are joining together for Buck for Kids day to support local youth organizations. Friday, September 18, Dutch Bros will donate…
August 28, 2020 COVID-19 NEWS This year is anything but typical, and returning to school this fall may bring added stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic and anxiety about returning to school, whether in-person or virtually. This situation is certainly…