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CASA "Foster the Dream" Gala

This all begs the question: What about the child without a parent, without consistent prodding and a voice of encouragement, the guiding force that helps a child blaze their own special trail? Every child is entitled to their dreams, unfettered and uniquely their own. Having a CASA goes a long way toward making this happen.While CASAs fight the fight and remain steadfast in a commitment to raise the funds so every foster child in Union County can see their precious dream take flight,we pause to celebrate. Although there is work yet to be done, there are successes, there are moments, and there are healing outcomes. There are, simply, dreams that have been fostered.Join CASA of Union County on Friday, October 18 as we celebrate with an event unlike any in our history:the air will be alive with conversation, warm greetings and laughter among friends, CASA volunteers,supporters and community members gathered in support of children. Attendees -- donning their finest dresses, suits and baubles – will enjoy views overlooking the most picturesque golf course in the area, partaking in a cocktail hour, open bar and delicious multi-course dinner. The enchanted evening,titled "Foster the Dream," includes a live and silent auction boasting decadence prizes such as a manicure package from a celebrity manicurist, a chef-prepared dinner party in your home, invite-only tickets to New York’s Fashion Week and a luxurious hotel weekend away. A professional photographer will capture guests’moments on the red carpet as music beckons guests to mingle both inside and out, and enjoy one another's company. For further details, reach Victoria Curtis at (908) 527-7043 or vcurtis@casaofunioncounty.org.

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