About Volunteer Now
Our Mission
CASA supports & promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy for abused, neglected, and dependent children so that they can thrive in safe, permanent homes.
Our Vision
A community where every child lives and thrives in a safe, caring and permanent home.
Our Values
Integrity – We provide services in a manner that builds trust, promotes honesty, encourages fairness and upholds high ethical standards.
Collaboration – We maintain open communication and engagement with all volunteer advocates and community partners to carry out our mission.
Inclusiveness – We suspend judgment by being accepting, open minded and sensitive to our biases in order to promote unity.
Resiliency – We persevere and overcome adversity by recognizing and building strengths in ourselves and others.
Stewardship – We are responsible, transparent and accountable to those who entrust us with their time and resources.
Compassion – We serve others with heart and genuine care for the best interest of the child.
Professionalism – We work in a respectful and considerate manner always focused on being prepared, competent and committed to excellence.
In addition, CASA of Midwest Kentucky, Inc. embraces the Organizational Values of National CASA GAL Association:
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Integrity
- Respect
- Quality
- Service
- Stewardship
Meet Our Staff
Daphyne Maddox – Executive Director
Amy Hawk – CASA Volunteer Coordinator
Sandy Nelson – Office Coordinator/ Bookkeeper
Board of Directors
Officers:
Kay Hawkins -KCTCS Paralegal Program - Chair
Dr. Linda Thomas- Vice Chair
Patty Simmons - Retired - Secretary
Bob Bridges - Retired- Treasurer
Board Members:
Jackie Branson - Thrifty Pharmacy
Natalie Cooper – KCTCS
Desterie Cunningham -Farmers Bank
Jeffrey Graham - Retired
Evan Hannan - KCTCS
Megan McElfresh - City of Henderson
Michael Melton - Baptist Health Deaconess
Emmily Patterson- Audubon Metals
Barb Schnapf - KCTCS Nursing
Debbie Winstead
Brooke Winterrowd
Charlie Young -Hopkins County Sheriff's Office
Board Emeritus: Chris Cook