CASA Facts
What Does CASA stand for?
Court Appointed Special Advocates
What does the Theta Foundation Do?
Theta foundation offers scholarships and grants to current or alumni chapters. The theta Foundation is for Theta’s, by Theta’s.
What events do you guys do to raise money?
We hold multiple events each year like sink or swim or corn hole for CASA...
What year was Theta Founded?
1870
How old do CASA Volunteers have to be?
21+
Who Does the Theta Foundation support?
Any current or Alumni Theta members
Do you do things directly with CASA kids?
No, but we often volunteer at events that CASA hosts where the kids may be.
What are Theta's colors?
Black and Gold
Who does CASA help?
They help abused and neglected children.
How is the money raised for the Theta Foundation?
It is raised through the Friendship Fund.
Do you have any service requirements?
15 hours a semester
What are Theta's symbols and flower?
The kite and the twin stars. The black and gold pansy.
Where is CASA located?
CASA is nationwide, but our chapter focuses on the Madison and Clark County CASA.
Annually, how much money is awarded by the Theta Foundation?
$1.1 Million
Do you do any other service throughout the community?
Yes, there are many service opportunities that we often will do together. (talk about service you may have done, doing service with other chapters etc.)
When was Delta Upsilon established at EKU?
March 4, 1972
What is the role of a CASA volunteer?
volunteers are there to establish a connection with a child as a mentor, friend, and stable relationship. They become their voice in the courtroom.
What year was the Friendship Fund established?
1926
Do you do events to raise money for the Theta Foundation?
Every founders day we have our Friendship Fund to raise money.
Who founded Theta?
Bettie Locke Hamilton, Alice Allen Brant, Bettie Tipton Lindsey, and Hannah Fitch Shaw.