JUNE 22, 2024: Springfield News-Leader, Northside Betterment Association Awards CASA Clubhouse with “Community Contributor of the Year” Award

<!doctype html> People Are Awesome: North Springfield group awards those contributing to past, future Linda Leicht, Special to the News-Leader NSBA presents annual awards On June 13 the North Springfield Betterment Association presented awards to local businesses and individuals who embody its mission statement, “To encourage and promote worthwhile and honorable endeavors that will make…

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MAY 5, 2025: Springfield News-Leader, DOJ funding cut to national organization jeopardizes CASA of Southwest Missouri services

CASA of Southwest Missouri faces $95K shortfall after DOJ funding cutsNews Sports Outdoors Opinion Ozarks Life Advertise Obituaries eNewspaper Legals OZARKSDOJ funding cut to national organization jeopardizes CASA of Southwest Missouri services Susan SzuchSpringfield News-LeaderAI-assisted summaryThe Department of Justice has cut funding to the National CASA Association, impacting local branches like CASA of Southwest Missouri.The…

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APRIL 22, 2025: CASA of SWMO faces funding cuts

APRIL 22, 2025: CASA of Southwest Missouri receives notification that National CASA funding was cut, impacting the local program serving Greene, Christian, and Taney Counties. “The Department of Justice has terminated federal funding that supports CASA programs across the country. For CASA of Southwest Missouri, this means a direct loss of approximately $95,000 annually, a devastating blow that…

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Tony and Jenny Hopkins | Pickleball Tournament | Silver Sponsor

“Proudly sponsored by Tony and Jenny Hopkins, the CASA Pickleball Tournament supports advocacy for children in foster care — one match at a time.”   Proud sponsor of the CASA Pickleball Tournament for Kids in a Pickle and the CASA Mission. Community support is important to our mission and CASA is a caring nonprofit organization…

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Springfield Builders, Inc. | Pickleball Tournament | Silver Sponsor

Gaining Trust by Exceeding Expectations Springfield Builders, Inc. (SBI) is a Missouri Corporation founded in June of 1990. For decades, SBI has provided quality construction services, as both General Contractor and Construction Manager, to clients throughout the Midwest.   Proud sponsor of the CASA Pickleball Tournament for Kids in a Pickle and the CASA Mission.…

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Central Bank of the Ozarks | Pickleball Tournament | Gold Sponsor

We are rooted in local communities at more than 140 locations across the Midwest. At Central Trust Bank, we are committed to creating a work environment built on trust, respect, and valuing differences. We know that our team members come from different backgrounds and perspectives, and we believe that this diversity makes us stronger. By…

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Lamar Advertising | Pickleball Tournament | Sponsor

About Us.   Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company (Nasdaq: LAMR) is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world with over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada. Lamar offers advertisers a variety of billboard, interstate logo, transit, and airport advertising formats, helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences…

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Atlas Security | Pickleball Tournament | Silver Sponsor

Atlas Security is a local Springfield, MO alarm company providing professional installation of home security and commercial security systems throughout the Ozarks since 1963. Proud sponsor of the CASA Pickleball Tournament for Kids in a Pickle and the CASA Mission. Community support is important to our mission and CASA is a caring nonprofit organization in…

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Spectrum Accounting and Payroll | Pickleball Tournament | Silver Sponsor

When you outsource your accounting work to us, it’s like having a trusted advisor on staff. Our team handles all of your day-to-day accounting tasks so you can focus on what’s important—running your business. We work collaboratively with you via our advanced, secure website platform to support a streamlined and highly efficient workflow. And because…

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