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Alcovy CASA empowers trained, court-appointed volunteers to advocate for the best interests of children in foster care throughout Newton and Walton counties, ensuring each child’s voice is amplified and their story is changed for the better.
Our vision is a community where every child has a safe and permanent home, where their best interests are protected, and their voices are heard. We strive to create a society where CASA volunteers empower and advocate for abused and neglected children, ensuring they receive the support, love, and opportunities they deserve, ultimately breaking the cycle of abuse and fostering a brighter future for every child.
Alcovy CASA is an organization that recruits, trains, and supports volunteers who advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system. The core values of Alcovy CASA reflect their mission and commitment to serving the needs of these children.
Alcovy CASA prioritizes safety, well-being, and long-term success in every decision and action.
Alcovy CASA works closely with partners and the community to achieve the best outcomes for children.
Alcovy CASA empowers volunteers to be strong voices who ensure every child is heard and protected.
Alcovy CASA values diversity and strives to respect the unique backgrounds and perspectives of every child and family.
Alcovy CASA upholds the highest standards of honesty, professionalism, and respect in all interactions.

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Thank you to the team at Awake Communities International and Lily & Sparrow for being continuous supporters of our program! We had a wonderful day at their annual Harvest Market. Thank you to all of our CASA volunteers who stopped by! We're thrilled to share that Awake Communities International, through their event hosted at Lily & Sparrow, raised $426.00 to donate to our program! 👏 @awakecommunitiesint

Alcovy CASA is honored to be the host site of Georgia CASA's annual Fall Council of Programs, bringing CASA Directors from across the state to Covington! The annual meeting is being held at the Courtyard Marriott. It's a great opportunity for networking, collaboration, and professional development. A big thank you for Diane Hutchinson-Fontana, Alcovy CASA Board Member and Director of Membership with the Newton Chamber of Commerce, and Tammy Stracner, Administrative Assistant for the Newton Chamber, for welcoming all the CASA Directors at the conference and gifting welcome bags from the Chamber. @newtonchamber_

Alcovy CASA Volunteers make ALL the difference for a child experiencing foster care! #wearealcovycasa #fostercare #changeachildsstory #casavolunteer

Don’t let children go through foster care alone! Learn how you can #changeachildsstory by becoming an Alcovy CASA Volunteer today. www.alcovycasa.org

We’ll be at @coffeecamperco in Monroe until 12 today! Stop by our table to see how you can make a difference! #fostercare #volunteer #casavolunteer #changeachildsstory

Ask us how you can support local children experiencing foster care! @coffeecamperco #fostercare #volunteer #casavolunteer #volunteering

"Our volunteers care and listen to the children that we serve." -Aimee Gartner, Alcovy CASA Board Chair A CASA Volunteer provides one-on-one advocacy for a child, keeping their best interest at the forefront of a foster care case. They do this by listening to the child and showing great care when advocating for services they need! Interested in joining our mission? Your time, your donations, and your support make a world of difference to a child experiencing foster care. Learn more at www.AlcovyCASA.org

Are you stopping by Coffee Camper Co. this Wednesday? We'd love to meet you and help you get involved with Alcovy CASA! Drop by Wednesday between 9:00am and 12:00pm at 101 N. Broad Street in Monroe to learn more about our program. Can't wait to see you there!

This November, we are taking a moment to thank and appreciate the following volunteers for their service to Alcovy CASA! We celebrate each volunteer's "CASA-Versary," the anniversary of the date they were sworn in as Alcovy CASA volunteers. This date marks the official start of their advocacy journey. Join us in thanking everyone for their service! ⭐Rhonda Lyn, sworn in 2 years ago ⭐Belinda Robinson and Tammy van Dongen, sworn in 3 years ago ⭐Mike Ulrich and Heather Hartmann, sworn in 4 years ago ⭐Denise Thomas, Seranita Lewis, Kelly Marchman, and Angela Spencer, all sworn in 5 years ago

Thank you to Ryan Companies for being a Holiday Champion for this year's Holiday Help program! @ryancompanies 🤔Interested in becoming a Corporate Sponsor? Check out our website to learn how you can support our children during Holiday Help and all year long! www.AlcovyCASA.org

✨ Congratulations to Andrea G. for winning the Alcovy CASA and Lily & Sparrow raffle basket at last weekend's Harvest Faire and Market! ✨ And a big thank you to everyone who stopped by our tent, shopped local, and spent the day with us.

It's true: Alcovy CASA is made up of caring and compassionate people! Our mission wouldn't be possible without the hard work and big hearts of our CASA Volunteers and Board Members. There are more children experiencing foster care who are waiting for a caring, compassionate adult to be their CASA Volunteer. Think that might be you? Send us a message today or visit our website to learn more! www.AlcovyCASA.org

Have you been thinking about becoming an Alcovy CASA Volunteer? Or just wondering what our organization is all about and how you can get involved? We'd love to buy you a cup of coffee and tell you about our program! Stop by Coffee Camper Co. next Wednesday, November 4th, between 9:00am and 12:00pm to chat with Alcovy CASA staff and learn how you can make a difference in the life of a child experiencing foster care. 🗓When: Wednesday, November 4th ☕Where: Coffee Camper Co. 📍Address: 101 N. Broad Street Monroe 🕛What Time: Drop in between 9:00am and 12:00pm

The coffee 🤌 the raffle basket 🤌 the food 🤌 THE WEATHER 🍁🍂 Don’t stay home and miss this beautiful day at @lilysparrowco ! We’ll be here until 3!

We’re out at @lilysparrowco today for their annual Harvest Faire and Market! It’s a gorgeous day to enjoy some coffee, shop with local vendors, and support children experiencing foster care. Come check it out!

Only FOUR more days until the 4th Annual Harvest Faire & Market at @lilysparrowco ! We can't wait to spend a beautiful fall day outdoors with our community! We'll have a special fall basket full of Alcovy CASA and Lily & Sparrow goodies that you can enter to win. All you have to do is tag both Alcovy CASA and Lily & Sparrow in a photo of you at the event on Saturday to enter!

There are kids experiencing foster care from Newton and Walton counties wondering if anyone is going to speak up for them. What if you are the next CASA Volunteer they’ve been waiting for? Send us a message today to learn how you can make a difference! #fostercare #changeachildsstory #volunteer #volunteering #casavolunteer

We always remind our volunteers that the least we can do for these children is be there for them, give them positive childhood experiences, and bring hope and light into their lives. Knowing their stories is heavy, but it’s not as heavy as what they have experienced first hand. And the best part about being a CASA Volunteer? You can actually make a real difference for a child. Your advocacy can #changeachildsstory forever. #fostercare #volunteer #casavolunteer

(and the most life changing experience for a child experiencing foster care) Message us today to learn more! #volunteer #fostercare #casavolunteer #changeachildsstory

Excited to host today’s Newton Chamber Lunch Link and share the CASA mission with our local businesses! We love our community! @newtonchamber_

Some fun info cards we’ve set out for today’s Lunch Link at @newtonchamber_ !

Maybe having a local volunteer who builds a relationship with the child, gathers information about their life, and advocates for their best interest in court is the answer (or at least one of them!) for a broken foster care system. #wearealcovycasa #fostercare #changeachildsstory #volunteer #volunteering

The Alcovy CASA office will be closed today, October 12th, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, October 13th.

Consider this your official sign 🪧 Send us a message today to learn more!! #fostercare #changeachildsstory #volunteer #volunteering #casavolunteer

Alcovy CASA volunteers and board members: we need your help! We have an amazing opportunity to engage with our community and share the important work our CASA Volunteers do for children experiencing foster care. Will you help us at the 4th annual Harvest Market at Lily & Sparrow on Saturday, October 24th? Send us a message today for more info!

Services are free for the children and families, but they aren’t free to provide. Donors allow CASA to provide advocacy to our community’s children. Be a GOAT. Donate today. Link in bio

🎊We did it!🎊 Thank you to UGA's J.W. Fanning Institute Grant Ready Workshop for investing your time and expertise into our community. Congratulations to all of the graduates who completed the workshop series yesterday!

We always love morning Coffee Calls with @newtonchamber_ , but today’s was extra special because it was hosted at @lilysparrowco ! Bonus: Lindsay won the tshirt raffle. If you know her, you know this shirt was meant for her! 😂

Attention Alcovy CASA Volunteers: RSVP today for your spot at our annual in-service training! We have two dates and times availalable to choose from. Check your inbox for your RSVP form, or email your Advocate Coordinator for more information. We're looking forward to connecting and growing with each of you!

To a child experiencing foster care, an Alcovy CASA volunteer is an angel. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children from Walton and Newton Counties! Check out our website to learn more. www.AlcovyCASA.org #fostercare #changeachildsstory #volunteer #volunteering #casavolunteer

A Court Appointed Special Advocate is so much more than “just” a volunteer for a child experiencing foster care. Their involvement can make ALL the difference! #fostercare #changeachildsstory #volunteer #volunteering #casavolunteer

After years of talking with prospective volunteers, we can safely say these are the questions we get asked most! Have any more questions for us? Comment below! We’d love to answer them!

It’s not too early to spread a little holiday ✨magic✨, bring joy to low-income families and children experiencing foster care, and lift a weight off of caregivers’ shoulders during the holiday season. Find out how at www.AlcovyCASA.org

We love being out and about in our community and supporting organizations like @newtonarts ! They put on a great lunch concert this week on the Covington Square!

One thing about us is: We're never going to miss a good opportunity to raffle off a free Alcovy CASA tshirt. Next chance to get yours is at the Harvest Faire & Market at Lily and Sparrow on October 24th! Lily & Sparrow Mercantile @lilysparrowco

Congratulations to Gabriel White, Ted Cummings, and Amanda Hammock for reaching their 3rd anniversary as Alcovy CASA Volunteers! They were each sworn in on October 2nd, 2023 by the Honorable Judge Branche in Newton County Juvenile Court. Thank you all for the ways you support our children, our program, and our community!

🤔One of the biggest benefits of kinship care? 🏠Stability! From ChildWelfare.gov: "Children in kinship care are less likely to experience as many moves to various foster homes and families as children in traditional foster care." One of the priorities of CASA Volunteers is to advocate for safety, stability, and consistency for children experiencing foster care. Kinship care often meets those needs. 📖Read more here: https://www.childwelfare.gov/resources/kinship-care-and-child-welfare-system/

🤔What are the benefits of kinship care in the child welfare system? From ChildWelfare.gov: "When the home environment is unsafe, kinship placements are the preferred option because they can help to maintain: ⭐family connections and ⭐cultural traditions and ⭐minimize the trauma of separation." While reunification is always the hope when a child is brought into foster care, sometimes the safest and best option for the child is to live with relatives or fictive kin (those known to the family)!

How do Alcovy CASA Volunteers foster trust with children in the foster care system? They: 📍Show up consistently ➡Follow through on their promises 😊and Become a steady presence for children We have children in our community waiting for a CASA Volunteer to advocate for them. Could that be you? Send us a message today to learn more!

🤔What is kinship care? ✅From ChildWelfare.gov "Kinship care is when children and youth live with relatives, such as aunts, uncles, grandparents, siblings, extended family, or fictive kin (those known to the family)." This #KinshipCareMonth we recognize the many family caregivers who provide safe homes for children in the child welfare system! 📖Learn more here: https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/permanency/kinship-care/

For kids experiencing foster care, staying connected to their cultural roots, language, and family traditions is vital to their well-being. Our Alcovy CASA Volunteers are dedicated to ensuring that every child’s unique story and background are supported while in care. #HispanicHeritageMonth #casavolunteers #ChangeAChildsStory #volunteer #fostercare

September is #nationalkinshipcaremonth ! We recognize all of the grandparents, relatives, and other family members raising children who cannot safely remain with their parents. Thank you to all of the individuals creating a safe home for children! #ChangeAChildsStory #fostercare #volunteer #casavolunteers

Hearing the Alcovy CASA impact directly from our volunteers is the best way to understand the real power of giving a child a voice. Thank you to Gary Stevenson and Mike Ulrich for sharing their experiences with our community at Gather for Good! You can meet more of our volunteers and read their stories on our website!

A ✨moment✨ for the Balloons, Bartenders, and (charcuterie) Boards 🤌

We’ll be thinking about Gather for Good for a long time 🥳 Thank you to everyone who made the event so special. #wearealcovycasa #fostercare #changeachildsstory #bringingoutthebest #volunteer

Gather for Good would not have been possible without the many, many donations from our local community. To thank just a few: ⭐Our incredible entertainers: Wanda Reagan, live painting Steve Reagan, live pottery Shaw Coggin, live music ⭐Our silent auction items: We had over 60 items donated for our Silent Auction by Board Members, Alcovy CASA Volunteers, and local businesses! ⭐Our sponsors: Main Street Land & Properties, Bar Sponsor Ginn Auto Group, Entertainment Sponsor Mayfield Ace Hardware, Venue Sponsor Vallant Bank, Registration Sponsor Newton County Water & Sewerage Authority, Registration Sponsor The Deopke Law Firm, LLC, Registration Sponsor Snapping Shoals EMC, Registration Sponsor Center Parc Credit Union, Registration Sponsor Fidelity Bank, Registration Sponsor Amerigroup, Registration Sponsor Monroe Ace Hardware, Registration Sponsor

Thank you to all the helping hands that made Gather for Good amazing!

Gather for Good was an incredible night thanks to all of YOU! Our community showed up and brought so much support with them. We couldn't be more grateful. Stay tuned for more photos and updates from the night!

Over $7,000 raised for Alcovy CASA 🩵 We couldn’t be more grateful to our community for showing UP for Gather for Good! Thank you to everyone who chose to invest in our mission and in the lives of children experiencing foster care. We’ll share more from the night soon!

Reminder: Shop with a purpose at Kendrascott.com ! 20% of your online purchase will be donated to support Alcovy CASA. Use code GIVEBACK-MKBIJ at checkout. And don't forget- drop by our Gather for Good event TONIGHT from 5:00-7:00pm for an incredible evening!

Obviously we can’t condone one person bidding on ALL of our items in our silent auction… But you CAN bid today through tomorrow, September 10th at 6:50pm!! Link in bio!

We have over 50 items available to bid on! Bid using the Givi app (search for Alcovy CASA) now through September 10th at 6:50pm!!

See you tomorrow from 5-7pm at @thelivery_covington !

🍷 Something fun is PULLING up at Gather for Good! For just $20, you’ll have the chance to take home a mystery bottle of wine. Every pull is a winner, but some bottles are definitely worth getting excited about. 👀🍾 The Gather for Good Wine Pull is coming! 🎟️ $20 per pull 🍾 Every pull wins a bottle ✨ A few premium bottles are hiding in the mix Grab your wine pull ticket on our Silent Auction page (see link in bio!) The easiest way to participate is to download the Givi app! Search for "Alcovy CASA" in the app and browse all of our silent auction items.

Get ready for Gather for Good by downloading the Givi app today! Easily register for our silent auction, bid on items, and keep an eye on your favorites with the app. Search for "Alcovy CASA" once you've downloaded the app and easily browse through the many items we have available! Bidding is open TODAY through September 10th!

🔗link in bio 🛑auction closes Thursday night!!

We had an incredible time celebrating with our community at the Newton County Chamber of Commerce's Annual Think & Thrive event! We're honored to be part of such a caring and hard-working community of women. @newtonchamber_

The Alcovy CASA office is closed today, September 7th! We will reopen tomorrow, September 8th.

If you're into any of these... you might want to join us at Gather for Good on September 10th 💛

Session 2 of 4 of our Grant Ready Workshop is underway! 📝 We’re grateful to have local nonprofit leaders gathered together today at Alcovy CASA, learning, sharing ideas, and building stronger organizations to better serve our community. A big thank you to our partners at the UGA Archway Partnership, UGA Fanning Institute, and Newton Chamber of Commerce for helping make this opportunity possible. Strong nonprofits make stronger communities! 💙 @newtonchamber_ @ugafanning

We have added SO MANY MORE items to our Gather for Good Silent Auction, like this Moxie Fitness bundle donated by @moxiega Bidding is open TODAY through September 10th. The easiest way to bid? Download the "Givi" app and search "Alcovy CASA" to find our Gather for Good Silent Auction! View Moxie's bundle and over 60 other items you can bid on.

Help us extend a warm welcome to another new Alcovy CASA Board Member, Missy Braden! �When asked what inspired her to join our Board, Missy shared: "Here is what I love about CASA: Children in the foster system need someone in their lives letting them know how important they are and advocating for them. Alcovy CASA volunteers and staff make sure this happens in a kind, loving, and professional way." Thank you Missy for joining our team!

Local artist Scott Fuss has donated his original painting, inspired by the song "Johnny's Garden" by Stephen Stills, to our Gather for Good silent auction! Don't miss your chance to bid on this one of a kind piece of art today. View Scott's painting on our Gather for Good website (link in bio)!

You can bid on this beautiful, original painting by local artist Wanda Reagan, My Own Orbit, through our Gather for Good Silent Auction! Bidding is open NOW through September 10th! Visit our Gather for Good website for more info (link in bio) and check out more of Wanda Reagan's art on www.WandaReaganArt.com

We have not one but TWO amazing donations from Kendra Scott for our Gather for Good event! Kendra Gives Back Event: Happening all day September 10th, 20% of your online purchase will be donated to support Alcovy CASA. Use code GIVEBACK-MKBIJ at checkout, at Kendrascott.com Silent Auction Item: Bid on this elegant Kendra Scott Elisa necklace, featuring a stunning mother-of-pearl pendant! Starting bid is $40. Bidding is open NOW through September 10th! (View our link in bio to bid!)

Now's your chance to bid on this stunning original painting by local artist Candice Dean, previously featured on the cover of The Newton Community Magazine! Bidding for our silent auction items is open NOW through September 10th! Check out our Gather for Good website for more information (link in bio) @thenewtoncommunity @candi720

Congratulations to Makeva Phelps and Kimberly Dale, each celebrating their very first CASA-versary! One year ago, they were sworn in as Alcovy CASA Volunteers. Join us in thanking these two volunteers for their service!

What can you expect in an Alcovy CASA Training Class? 💡Expert teaching 💡Virtual and in-person sessions 💡Supportive local Judges 💡Food!! 💡and Volunteer work that truly matters. We are looking for community members ready to take the next step and speak up for children experiencing foster care. Send us a message today or check out our website for more info! (see link in bio) Classes start SOON- get your application in today!

Giant step and repeat? DONE! Bring on Gather for Good on September 10th! 💪💪

We would like to thank Beth Murdock, Chief Nursing Officer at Piedmont Newton, as she completes her tenure on our Board of Directors! Beth has been a wonderful supporter of and advocate for Alcovy CASA and we are grateful for her work. Stepping in as our next Board Member is Andrea Lane, Director of Community Relations at Piedmont Newton! Andrea shares: "I care deeply about the wellbeing of our community and the people who live here. I admire the work Alcovy CASA does to provide support and stability for children experiencing foster care." Join us in thanking both Beth and Andrea for their service.

Looking for fun weekend plans for your family or a great local date night spot? Check out a few featured items in our Gather for Good Silent Auction! ⭐Four 1-hour jump passes to Boost Trampoline Park ⭐Gift card and basket from Berry's Tree Farm ⭐$100 gift card to The Brown Fig restaurant We have over 50 items available to bid on, starting as low as $20! Check out all of our items and get your bid in by September 10th! (see our Gather for Good link in bio!)

Enjoy live music by local artist, Shaw Coggin, at our Gather for Good event on September 10th! Our whole community is invited to this free event: enjoy live music and entertainment, charcuterie + cocktails, and a fun silent auction! Check out our website for more details (link in bio).

Reasons you should join us at Gather for Good on September 10th: ⭐to enjoy live music performed by local artist Shaw Coggin ⭐to experience live entertainment with a painting by local artist Wanda Reagan, and pottery throwing by local artist Steve Reagan ⭐to savor delicious charcuterie & handcrafted cocktails ⭐ to make a difference in the lives of children experiencing foster care! You're Invited! Join us on September 10th between 5:00 and 7:00pm at The Livery in Covington for a fantastic night. Learn more at our website (Link in Bio!)

We have TWO (yes, two!!) Apple 11-inch iPads available for bidding on our Gather for Good Silent Auction website! The starting bid for each iPad is $175. Register and start bidding using our Link in Bio!

We're looking for community members willing to become Court Appointed Special Advocates for children experiencing foster care. Applications Due: September 7th Training Start Date: September 21st Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Times: 5:30-8:30pm (for a total of 9 classes) Training is FREE! No prior education or experience is required. Apply today at www.AlcovyCASA.org

Enjoy live music by local artist @shawcoggin at Gather for Good, our event happening September 10th at The Livery in Covington! Check out our link in bio for more info! @thelivery_covington

Congratulations to Gary Stevenson, our Alcovy CASA nominee for the 2026 Karen N. Sibley CASA Volunteer of the Year! All of the nominees were honored by name at this year's conference. Among his many accomplishments, Gary was a drill sergeant in the United States Army and brings his experiences from the military into his CASA Volunteer role. “One thing about the Army,” says Gary, “you never forget your drill sergeant. The CASA is the same way: you never forget your CASA. Because he or she is consistent in being a part of your life to get you where you need to be.” Read our spotlight on Gary's service with Alcovy CASA on our Highlights Blog! (Link in bio)

Get a great deal on this $400 gift card to Premier Ophthalmology in Covington, GA: good towards glasses, sunglasses, contacts, or exams! No expiration date. Starting Bid: $150.00 Our Gather for Good Silent Auction is open NOW through September 10th! Place your bid today using our Link in Bio.

Did you know our website has a new Highlights Blog? Featuring: ⭐Letters from the Executive Director ⭐Volunteer and Staff Spotlights ⭐News Updates ⭐Awards ⭐and more! Link in Bio!

Swipe through to learn about: ✅What CASA stands for ✅Who CASAs advocate for and what they do ✅Training requirements ✅Application information ✅And how to contact us! Share this post to your feed to help us recruit more community members who are willing to speak up for a child in need.

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