ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MARYLAND – Anne Arundel County CASA, Inc. (AACCASA) has received a $40,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC) to support its efforts advocating for abused and neglected children in foster care, in Anne Arundel County. The award comes from the Anne Arundel Grant, a component fund of CFAAC.

“On behalf of all of us at CASA, we are grateful for the ongoing support provided by the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County.  This funding will allow us to serve children who do not have a CASA volunteer.  Together, we can ensure that the most vulnerable children in our community have a voice and find safe, loving forever homes,” said Rebecca Tingle, Executive Director of Anne Arundel County CASA.

The money received will enable Anne Arundel County CASA, Inc. to focus on advocating for the needs of at-risk and underserved youth. Volunteers will also mentor youth, helping them increase their level of connectivity with community and family, improve educational outcomes, and reach stable placements.

“The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County is honored to be able to support a diverse group of nonprofits, including CASA, which assist and advocate for our children’s physical, mental, and behavioral health, through the Fund for Anne Arundel. CASA’s mission to ensure that every abused and neglected child in the county has a safe, permanent home, clearly aligns with the fund’s focus,” said Mary Spencer, CFAAC President and CEO. 

About Anne Arundel County CASA, Inc.

Anne Arundel County CASA, Inc. (AACCASA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that advocates for and supports abused and neglected foster care children in the court system to ensure their right to safe, stable and permanent homes. Founded in 1993, AACCASA provides a powerful voice and meaningful connection for children who have experienced abused, neglect and abandonment. We are able to serve these children through the generous support of those who donate to our local CASA chapter, as well as the immeasurable compassion and commitment of our CASA advocates. Please visit aacasa.org to learn more.

About CFAAC:

The Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County (CFAAC) is a tax exempt, 501(c)(3), publicly supported philanthropic organization with the long-term goal of building permanent funds that provide support to local nonprofit organizations through grants and special projects. CFAAC’s mission is to inspire and promote giving in Anne Arundel County by connecting people who care with causes that matter.  Established in 1998, CFAAC is one of the largest funders of nonprofit organizations in Anne Arundel County. CFAAC distributed nearly $4 million in 2021to a variety of nonprofit organizations. Learn more at  www.cfaac.org.

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