Success Story
In the early winter of 2023, a Fairfax County police officer was flagged down around midnight one evening, by a concerned citizen who told the officer that a baby was…
Read MoreHonoring and Remembering Dorothy Height
A Virginia native, Dr. Dorothy Height was a prominent leader in the civil rights movement. She dedicated her life to advocating for the rights of African American and women. Background…
Read MoreJanuary 2025 CASA Chronicle, Vol 4 Issue 3
In this edition of the CASA Chronicle, we say goodbye to staff, spotlight a long-serving CASA advocate, focus on a recent success story, and share some recommendations from staff and…
Read MoreFairfax CASA’s Holiday Recipes
Looking for festive holiday dishes and treats? The Fairfax CASA staff has you covered. From classic comfort foods to delicious holiday treats, there’s something for everyone. Check out the recipes…
Read MoreFacial Fuzz for Fairfax CASA Raises Over $10,000
This year, Fairfax CASA launched a new fundraising campaign to raise much needed funds. Facial Fuzz for Fairfax CASA (FF4FC), recruited “growers”—or participants—who pledged to grow facial hair for one…
Read MoreA Year of Impact: 12 Months of Changing Lives
The past year at Fairfax CASA was filled with huge milestones, new beginnings, and impactful events that celebrated our mission. While we are not quite at the end of the…
Read MoreSuccess Story
In January 2024, Fairfax CASA was assigned a critical case involving a three-year-old boy who was potentially facing physical abuse amid his mother’s untreated mental health issues. Swift action was…
Read MoreThe Bill Spill
HB 1548 The Virginia General Assembly has introduced a bill requiring high school students to take a naturalization test to graduate. Students must earn at least a 70% on the…
Read MoreStaff Recommendations
Staff Recommendations Into the Fire Into the Fire: The Lost Daughter is a two-part documentary series that follows Cathy Terkanian’s relentless pursuit to uncover the mystery behind the missing person…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Meet the Roepes!
Bert and Lynn Roepe have always loved working with children. After raising four of their own, it was only natural that they were drawn to a volunteer experience giving back…
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