The Giving Tree program is designed to assure that each child is remembered over the holidays. Tags, representing the wishes and interests of an anonymous child currently in care, are placed on a tree at local businesses. Customer or employees choose a tag, then purchase a gift or gifts for the children. Gifts are left unwrapped, with the tag attached to help volunteers sort and match gifts to the children. Monetary gifts may also be given if preferred. CASA volunteers then deliver the gifts to the children.
CASA Giving Trees are displayed throughout businesses in Jacksonville. If you are interested in hosting a CASA Giving Tree, becoming a CASA volunteer, or would like to learn more information, please contact CASA of Jackson County at 541-734-2272 or email Erin Carpenter at ecarpenter@jacksoncountycasa.org.
CASA Giving Tree Locations in Jacksonville:
- Miners’ Bazaar
- Rebel Heart Books
- Rex Miller, DMD
- Studio C Hair Salon
- The Pot Rack
- WillowCreek Gifts
- People’s Bank of Commerce
- Jacksonville Library
- Rellik Winery
- Churro Rush
- Bella Union
- Royal Mobile Estates
- Ruch Library
- South Stage Cellars
- Chase Bank
- Country Quilts
- GoodBean Coffee
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) provide a powerful voice for abused and neglected children. In 2022, 199 CASA volunteers served as the voice for 473 children in situations of abuse and neglect in Jackson County. In an overburdened system, these children risk slipping through the cracks and suffering from further abuse. CASA volunteers have the power to prevent this tragic reality. These dedicated, highly trained community members are legally appointed to a case by a judge. They research the background of each assigned case. They speak for the child in the courtroom, representing the child’s best interests, advocate to make sure medical needs are addressed, meet with teachers in the school and ensure that the children have the appropriate clothing and other seasonal necessities.