Katie is a distance runner on her middle school’s Cross Country and Track and Field teams. She is very diligent about training and would like a new pair of running shoes and a running watch to help her track her progress.

Samuel is an infant who was born prematurely with special needs. His resource mom is requesting help with essentials for his care.

Last year Norah had the opportunity to be in her middle school musical, and she fell in love with performing. She met a group of friends who are attending a local theater camp this summer and Norah’s wish is to join them.

A recent assessment showed that Kaleigh is behind on her developmental milestones. Her therapist asked her resource mom to work on her verbal and motor skills. She has requested help in acquiring the appropriate toys.

Aiden is 7 and loves all things Pokemon! He requested a Pokemon sleeping bag and a stuffie of his favorite Pokemon, Snorlax!

Jada is planning to attend college next year and is excited for her next chapter. She needs help purchasing a laptop and furnishing her dorm room with essentials to make it homey and special. CASA is assisting her with scholarship funds.

Manuel is a shy boy who loves building things with whatever materials he has access to, including blocks, Lincoln Logs, or Minecraft on his Resource Mom’s computer. His wish is to receive one of the amazing Lego sets!

Nayeli is a high school junior in the gifted and talented arts program of her high school. She would like to take an additional painting class and will also need special supplies.

Jeremiah is active and adventurous. His resource parents think it’s time for him to learn some basic water safety and swim strokes and would like him to start this winter to prepare him for the summer.

Amara is living with her maternal grandmother until an adoptive family is found to be able to care for her special medical needs. She was born with severe developmental delays and cerebral palsy. Grandmother is requesting a stroller to take Amara on walks and to the park.

Micah has been in the foster care system since she was 12. She attends Montclair University, majoring in Nursing. CASA has assisted her with some scholarship money and she has a part-time job and additional scholarships. However, she needs money for books and essential equipment for her clinical classes.

Ivy is an active little girl who loves the movie Frozen. She is wishing for a new winter coat and pair of boots to make her feel like her favorite character, Elsa.

Joaquin and Josephina came to the US to escape the gangs and poverty of Honduras. They are both highly motivated to advance their education and learn English. Living in a residential facility with no relatives or support system, CASA is trying to provide weekly ESL sessions through Cognitutor.

Through our Fostering Futures Programs, we provide teens in need with cellphones and monthly phone cards for calls and texts. This allows our youth to remain safe, connected, and able to communicate, reducing the effects of the ‘digital divide’ and facilitating responsible use of technology.

David is a high school sophomore with an IEP to address his dyslexia and ADD, and a diagnosis of anxiety. He is bright and motivated but his CASA noticed he struggles with his homework. She recommended weekly tutoring. Already his grades have improved, and David reports his anxiety has lessened.