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What are the different ways to give?

Foster the Dream Gala

Sponsor our largest fundraising event with more than 250 guests! This fun-filled dinner also offers a silent auction. This event takes place in the spring, and we’re looking for help of all kinds. We welcome donations of decor and silent auction items, volunteers to help plan and prepare the auction, and set-up on the day of the event! Reach out to inquire about becoming a sponsor.

In-Kind Donations

In-kind donations are non-monetary gifts that directly support CASA’s mission—things like office supplies, gift cards, event space, or services like printing and marketing. These contributions help us focus more resources on advocating for children in foster care, ensuring they receive the support and stability they deserve. Whether it’s supplies for volunteers or essentials for the children we serve, your generosity makes a difference!

Here are some ideas regarding our costs & usage:

  • General Office Supplies

  • Newsletter Printing

  • Stamps

  • Envelopes

  • Printing & ink

  • Internet Services $2940/yr

  • Phone Services $1260/yr

  • Binders

  • Binder Tabs

  • Copy Paper

Want to help? Reach out today, or check out our Amazon Wishlist!

Support CASA Every Time You Shop at Kroger!

Did you know your grocery trips can help change a child’s life? By enrolling in the Kroger Community Rewards Program, a portion of your purchases will be donated to CASA—at no extra cost to you!

How to Sign Up:

  1. Visit www.kroger.com or open the Kroger app.

  2. Sign in or create an account.

  3. Go to ‘Community Rewards’ under your account settings.

  4. Search for “CASA by the Lakes” and select us as your charity of choice.

  5. Shop as usual — Kroger will do the rest!

Click below to create or log in to an account!

Leave a legacy of hope through a bequest in your will.

A bequest to CASA by the Lakes is one of the most effective and simplest ways to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children. You may specify a specific amount or a percentage you wish to give to CASA by the Lakes. If you would like to make such a gift to the CASA by the Lakes, you may include language similar to the following:

“I, [name], of [city, state, zip code], give, devise, and bequeath to CASA by the Lakes, a Kentucky nonprofit public benefit corporation having its principal office at PO Box 383, Murray, KY 42071, [written amount or percentage of the estate or description of property] to be used for the furtherance of its charitable purposes in the discretion and at the direction of its board of trustees for its unrestricted use and purpose.”

Your gift will help provide advocacy, support, and a voice for children who need it most. Talk to your attorney about adding CASA to your estate plan, or reach out to us for more information on how your generosity can make a difference for years to come.

Give a gift that changes lives by making CASA by the Lakes a beneficiary.

Did you know you can support CASA’s mission by donating retirement funds or life insurance payouts? By naming CASA as a beneficiary of your 401(k), IRA, or life insurance policy, you can create a lasting impact for children in foster care—often with tax benefits for you and your loved ones. Simply contact your plan administrator or insurance provider to designate CASA as a recipient. Your gift ensures that more children receive the advocacy, stability, and hope they deserve. A simple step today can change a child’s future forever.

  • Retirement account: You can have a positive impact on children far into the future by naming CASA by the Lakes as a beneficiary or contingent beneficiary of an IRA, 401(k), 403(b), or another retirement account. Please consult with your financial planner or attorney regarding considerations when making this type of gift.

  • Insurance policies: Life insurance may be used to create a legacy by naming CASA by the Lakes as a beneficiary or contingent beneficiary of the policy. This requires that you complete a change of beneficiary form with your insurance company. You do not have to work with an attorney or an accountant to make this type of gift.

Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions!

Double Your Impact with Employer Gift Matching!

Did you know many companies will match your donation to CASA, doubling—or even tripling—your support for children in foster care? It’s simple! Check with your employer’s HR department to see if they offer a matching gift program, submit the necessary forms, and watch your generosity go even further. Every matched donation helps train more advocates, reach more children, and provide the resources needed to give them a brighter future. Take a moment to see if your gift can be matched—because every child deserves a voice!

Ask your company if they will match your gift to CASA by the Lakes.

  1. Request a matching gift form and program guidelines from your human resources department.

  2. Complete the employee section of the form and send it to CASA by the Lakes with your donation. If you have made your contribution online, simply complete the form and mail it to:

    CASA by the Lakes
    PO Box 383
    Murray, KY 42071

  3. We will complete the form and forward it to your employer’s matching gifts office for processing. The company will send its matching donation directly to CASA by the Lakes.

  4. If you have questions about this process, call (270)761-0164 or click the button below!

How do I apply for gift matching?

Have questions or want to learn more ways to give back? We’d love to hear from you!

Fill out the contact form below, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible. Whether you’re interested in volunteering, donating, or just need more information, we’re here to help. Reach out today!