Anne Arundel County CASA, Inc.

09/10/2026

⭐️ Honoree Announcement: Homestead Gardens⭐️

We are proud to announce that Homestead Gardens will receive the Community Leadership Award at our CASAblanca Gala!

For more than two decades, Homestead Gardens has been a steadfast supporter of Anne Arundel CASA and a champion for children and families in our community.

Their generosity, leadership and commitment to giving back have made a meaningful difference—not only to CASA, but to Anne Arundel County and beyond.

We are honored to recognize Homestead Gardens for the many ways they continue to show up for our community and help make our work possible.

Please join us in congratulating Homestead Gardens on this well-deserved honor. 🌸

📅 CASAblanca Gala 2026: Hope Blooms
Saturday, November 7 | 6–11 p.m.
📍 The Westin Annapolis
🎟️ Join us: https://buff.ly/G2seyj5

09/09/2026

What does a night of dinner, dancing and celebration have to do with changing a child's life?

Everything.

CASAblanca is Anne Arundel CASA's largest fundraising event of the year, and every ticket, sponsorship, auction bid and donation helps provide a voice and a dedicated advocate for children who have experienced abuse and neglect.

This November, we'll gather for CASAblanca 2026: Hope Blooms, celebrating 29 years of advocacy and the incredible community that makes our work possible.

Because when a child has someone in their corner, hope has room to grow.

🌸 Saturday, November 7 | 6–11 p.m.
📍 The Westin Annapolis

Join us for an evening that makes a difference long after the last dance.

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://buff.ly/G2seyj5

09/08/2026

Our latest volunteer video newsletter is ready! Take a look and be sure to get in those training hours:

Hey volunteers. It can be a challenge to get those 12 hours of in-s...

08/28/2026

💙 Every child deserves a champion.

At Anne Arundel CASA, that champion is often one of our dedicated volunteers.

They show up. They listen. They advocate. They remind children that they matter.

As we prepare for CASAblanca 2026, we're especially grateful for every volunteer who gives their time, compassion and heart to help children find hope and healing.

Thank you for making our mission possible—not just at our gala, but every single day.

08/21/2026

Every child deserves someone in their corner.

When children enter the court system because of abuse or neglect, they're often navigating one of the most difficult times in their lives.

A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is there to listen, advocate and help ensure their voice is heard.

CASAblanca isn't just a gala—it's how our community comes together to provide hope, stability and advocacy for the children who need it most.

When you attend, sponsor or support CASAblanca, you're helping change a child's story.

Because hope blooms when someone cares.

💙 Learn more or reserve your seat: https://buff.ly/5zcNrlg

08/20/2026

💙 Remembering Robert “Al” Hamlett

Anne Arundel CASA mourns the loss of longtime CASA volunteer Robert “Al” Hamlett.

Al recently completed his final CASA case, where he played an instrumental role in helping reunify a child with his family. Those who worked alongside Al shared that he developed a special relationship with the child and family he served—a reflection of the compassion, dedication and heart he brought to his work as a CASA volunteer.

Al understood what it means to be a consistent, caring presence in a child’s life. His commitment to the children he advocated for made a lasting difference, and his kindness will not be forgotten.

We are grateful for the time, heart and advocacy Al gave to the children and families he served.

Our deepest condolences are with Al’s family, friends and all those who were fortunate enough to know him. May his memory be a blessing to the many lives he touched.

08/19/2026

🌟 Every story matters. Every child matters.

We're proud to share our 2026 Impact Report, highlighting the incredible difference our volunteers, donors, staff and community partners made over the past year.

Inside, you'll find stories of hope, meaningful milestones and the collective impact of a community committed to ensuring every child has a voice in court and a champion by their side.

This report isn't just about what Anne Arundel CASA accomplished—it's about what we accomplished together.

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping children heal, grow and thrive.

📖 Read the full 2026 Impact Report: https://buff.ly/ciXdxT9

08/14/2026

🎁 Help us create an unforgettable auction!

One of the most exciting parts of CASAblanca is discovering the incredible items and experiences donated by our generous community—and we're looking for more!

Do you own a business? Have a favorite restaurant? Vacation rental? Spa? Golf outing? Sporting event tickets? Handmade artwork? Unique experience?

If you'd love to showcase your business while supporting Anne Arundel CASA, we'd be honored to feature your donation in our live or silent auction.

As an auction donor, your generosity will be recognized while helping raise critical funds to advocate for children who have experienced abuse and neglect.

✨ Every item tells our community that you believe every child deserves hope.

Complete our auction donation form here: https://buff.ly/5zcNrlg

Questions? We'd be happy to help coordinate your donation. Thank you for helping Hope Bloom.

08/10/2026

🌸 Save the Date! 🌸

For 29 years, our community has come together to make a difference in the lives of children who have experienced abuse and neglect. This year, we're celebrating the hope, healing and growth that your support makes possible at CASAblanca 2026: Hope Blooms.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions, and most importantly, changing children's lives.

📅 Saturday, November 7
🕕 6–11 p.m.
📍 Westin Annapolis

Named Best Non-Profit Gala by What's Up? Media readers for the third consecutive year, CASAblanca is more than a celebration—it's an investment in brighter futures for the children we serve.

Reserve your seat today and help hope bloom.

🎟️ https://buff.ly/5zcNrlg

08/07/2026

🍷 A weekend getaway. Dinner at your favorite restaurant. A spa day. Golf for four. Handmade artwork. VIP tickets.

What would YOU love to bid on at CASAblanca?

Our live and silent auctions are one of the highlights of the evening, and we're looking for unique experiences, gift cards, services and items from generous businesses and community members.

When you donate an auction item, you're not only helping raise critical funds for children who have experienced abuse and neglect—you'll also be recognized as a valued supporter of Anne Arundel CASA.

Every donation helps children heal, grow and blossom. Ready to contribute?

Complete our auction donation form here: https://buff.ly/5zcNrlg

Questions about your donation or arranging drop-off? We'd love to help! Thank you for helping make CASAblanca 2026 our best gala yet. 💙