Jackson County CASA – Light of Hope
April 9th was the date for Jackson County CASA’s Light of Hope. The event supports Jackson County CASA’s work as advocates for abused and neglected children under court protection and will help provide more Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers. Karen Daniel was the honorary chairman, and Jacque Hansen served as the chairman.
Also featured in the May 17th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Bob Brents and CASA
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| Board President Tony Brown, Martha Gershun, Jackson County CASA; Honorary Chairman Karen Daniel, Chairman Jacque Hansen and John Holt, emcee |
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| Doug Doll and Jennifer Leocardi accepted the Light of Hope Award on behalf of honoree KCI Auto Auction. |
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