Friends of CASA

Our Mission

The Friends of Wood County CASA is a non-profit organization which lends support to the Wood County Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem Program through fundraising, promoting public awareness, and monitoring fiscal and administrative needs of the organization.

Our Vision

The vision of the Friends of CASA is to become a visible entity in the Wood County community, assisting to raise awareness and education of preventing child abuse and neglect. Our organization is built on the values of justice, support, and advocating for safe, healthy environments for all children.

2025 Executive Committee Members

Danielle Beamer, President

Don Gerke, Treasurer

Irene Jones, Secretary

2025 Board Members

Lindsey King, Board Member

Denise Krupp, Board Member

Lia Snell-Rivalsky, Board Member

Shalini Singh-Coates, Board Member

Ex-Officio Board Members

Kristen Leverton, Wood County CASA Director

Judge David E. Woessner, Wood County Common Pleas Court, Probate and Juvenile Divisions

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