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Pulaski County CASA Storybook Gala

An Evening in Oz

Saturday, April 26, 2025

E.O. Manees House

Step into the magical world of Oz as we come together for an unforgettable evening at the Pulaski County CASA Storybook Gala, inspired by the timeless tale of The Wizard of Oz. Join us as we celebrate the incredible journey of helping children in foster care find a safe and permanent place to call home—because truly, there’s no place like home.

At CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), our community volunteers are dedicated to advocating for the best interests of children in foster care, ensuring they have the support and guidance they need to thrive. This special evening will raise critical funds to support this life-changing mission.

Put on your ruby slippers, follow the yellow brick road, and join us for a night filled with heart, courage, and community. Together, we can help more children find the safety, stability, and love they deserve.

Tickets available now to secure your spot in Oz! 🌈✨

Pulaski County Friends of CASA, Inc., in partnership with Judge Barry Hyde, is proud to host the 31st Annual Judge’s Cup CASA Classic, celebrating 31 years of community support for children in foster care.

For more than three decades, this tournament has brought together generous sponsors, golfers, and community leaders for one meaningful purpose: helping children who need a voice during some of the hardest moments of their lives.

Pulaski County CASA recruits, trains, and supports dedicated community volunteers who serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Appointed by the Court, these volunteers speak up for a child’s best interests and help them move toward safe, stable, and permanent homes.

Join us Friday, June 12, 2026, at The Greens at North Hills for a day of golf that truly makes a difference. The tournament will feature an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start, great fellowship, fun competition, and the opportunity to directly impact local children in foster care.

Whether you register a team, become a sponsor, or make a donation, your support helps change a child’s story.

A day on the course can create a lifetime of hope.

Teams are filling quickly, and sponsorship opportunities are available now. We invite you to be part of this long-standing tradition of compassion, community, and impact.

Pulaski County Friends of CASA, Inc. and the Light of Hope Committee hosted the Light of Hope breakfast on October 14, 2025 in the chapel at First Pentecostal Church of North Little Rock.  This year’s event is sponsored by First Pentecostal Church of North Little Rock & Gwatney Buick GMC.

Light of Hope (LOH) is a free informational breakfast that takes place each year to bring focus to the plight of abused and neglected children in our community.  LOH is a fundraising event that not only highlights the needs of children in foster care, but also spotlights the positive impact that volunteer CASA Advocates have on the cases we are assigned to.  

Pulaski County Friends of CASA, Inc. presents the Light of Hope Breakfast each year to raise awareness and financial support to serve the children that are navigating the foster care system.  At any given time, there are more than 500 children in care in Pulaski County alone.  Our sponsors and donors for the LOH event allow us to increase the number of children that will benefit from having a CASA Advocate assigned to their case.  Your support has a huge impact on the children we serve and provides them a Voice in Court through the volunteer CASA Advocates that serve them.