CASA for Kids, Inc. Barry, Eaton & Ingham Counties

09/04/2026

Play Is for Everyone! 🛝💚

Today, we’re celebrating the dedication of a special playground built around a simple but powerful idea: every child deserves a place to play. Thank you to Origami Rehabilitation and The Izzo Legacy for Hugh's Happy Place!

We’re so excited to celebrate this space and the community that came together to make it possible. Here’s to more laughter, more adventures, more friendships, and more opportunities for every child to play!

Because play is for everyone. Even adults! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ftt0iyaKJGc

09/03/2026

We are feeling the love! This year marked our 35 year anniversary in Barry County! We were honored to celebrate our deep roots in Hastings with founding members of our program as well as incredible partners and friends we have made.

Thank you Michigan CASA, Barry County United Way & Volunteer Center, Family Support Center of Barry County, and our partners at the Barry County Court for being with us in person!

09/01/2026

Getting ready for our second “Beyond the Horizon” Bookclub at the Public Library! Thank you LAFCU for sponsoring this series and being such an incredible community partner 🌈 and for Wild Wood Books & Music for donating a sweet little giveaway!!!!

08/28/2026

Celebrating 35 years!

08/27/2026

Today we're kicking off our week long celebration of 35 years of Advocacy in Barry County and beyond. Incredible volunteers across this community have advocated for kids involved in foster care since 1991! 👏 Tonight we're gathered at MOO-ville Creamery in Nashville, MI to share a sweet treat and laughs with these dedicated volunteers. 🍦 (and pet the cute animals who steal the show 😆) If you're nearby, come say hi and grab a cone! 🥰

08/25/2026

“I reread passages from my favorite books. I hold the little treasures that somebody special gave me. These small actions help remind me that there are so many great, glorious pieces of good in the world.” - Dolly Parton

We feel her loss deeply along with everyone. From our staff members, to our advocates, to the families we serve we have all benefitted from Dolly’s Imagination Library. Reading is a crucial thing for children and an opportunity for family bonding. The Imagination Library fills a gap for families who may have no other way to access books.

We will continue to do the important work of advocating for every child. But if you come to our offices tomorrow, let us know what your favorite Dolly Parton song is! We will be working 9 to 5!

08/21/2026

A beautiful night to support amazing non-profits who are striving to break the stigma around mental health! Positive Somebody and NAMI Lansing do incredible work! Great opportunity to see our favorite sports team Lansing Lugnuts

08/20/2026

We are honored to have our Executive Director join the Michigan CASA Board! We excited to continue to support Michigan’s children and families and help expand advocacy for all children!

Please join us in welcoming Rachel Swedburg, Executive Director of CASA for Kids Inc, to the Michigan CASA Board of Directors! Serving children and families across Barry, Eaton, and Ingham counties, Rachel brings valuable local program leadership and experience to the statewide board. We’re excited to have her voice and expertise helping guide Michigan CASA’s work to strengthen and expand advocacy for children across the state.

CASA for Kids, Inc. Barry, Eaton & Ingham Counties

08/19/2026

Apply on our website to join the next CASA Advocate Training!

https://www.casaforkidsinc.org/become-a-casa-volunteer.html

08/16/2026

What does a CASA advocate do? Join our enxt training to learn more!