ROCKWALL, TX (May 7, 2026) — Lone Star CASA is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacob Griffin as its new Executive Director. Jacob brings a strong background in finance, operations, and nonprofit leadership. He earned both his undergraduate and master’s degrees in business from Stephen F. Austin State University. Throughout his career, he has […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 27, 2026) — What began in 2005 as a small community gathering of just 40 cars raising approximately $2,600 has grown into one of the premier auto shows in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Now in its 21st year, Cars for CASA continues to make a powerful impact, benefiting Lone Star CASA and […]
Rockwall County, TX (March 24, 2026) – Meet little Chloe. She is young, afraid, and disoriented. The last thing she remembers is her parents fighting — as they often do — but this time a police officer was there. This time, she was the one being taken away. Her head hurts. Is Mommy okay? Where […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 6, 2026) — Tickets are now available for Lone Star CASA’s 6th Annual Bunco & Bubbles, taking place on April 4, 2026, at 10 a.m. at The Castle at Rockwall. Community members are invited to enjoy a memorable morning of fun, friendship, and philanthropy in support of children who have experienced abuse […]
Rockwall County, TX (February 19, 2026) – Lone Star CASA announces the conclusion of Sandra Ownby’s tenure as a Board Member, marking the end of six extraordinary years of leadership, dedication, and service to children and families in our community. During her time as Board Chair, Ownby played a pivotal role in guiding Lone Star […]
Chris Hoffmeyer (left) is presented with the Hometown Hero Award by Diane Stegall (right). Rockwall County, TX (February 3, 2026) – After seventeen years of incredible service, Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) announces the retirement of Child Advocacy Specialist Chris Hoffmeyer. The organization is proud to celebrate Chris’s outstanding contributions, dedication, skill, and […]
Rockwall & Kaufman Counties, TX (Dec. 19, 2025) — Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) brought joy to children this Christmas season, made possible by the incredible generosity of local donors, volunteers, community groups, and corporate partners. For children, the abrupt removal from their home due to abuse or neglect is deeply traumatic. Being […]
Kaufman County, TX (November 20, 2025) – The Texas Bar Foundation recently made a generous donation of $15,000 to Lone Star CASA, an organization that provides children in foster care with a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer to advocate for their best interests. Since its inception in 1965, the Texas Bar Foundation has awarded […]
Rockwall County (November 3, 2025) – Lone Star CASA is excited to announce the 2025 Cheers for CASA fundraiser, a month-long community campaign inviting local businesses to give back in a delicious way. Throughout November, participating restaurants, cafés, and shops across Rockwall and Kaufman counties will donate a portion of sales from select menu items […]
Kaufman & Rockwall, TX (October 16, 2025) — Lone Star CASA had the joy of celebrating the adoption of 17-year-old Lilo at the Grayson County Courthouse. Lilos’s journey through foster care is one of extraordinary resilience, healing, and hope. Lilo’s path was not without setbacks, including the heartbreak of a failed adoption. Yet, with consistent […]