by Jim Hart

A
dozen Kiwanians and one AHS Key Clubber completed a
painting blitz of the
conference rooms and reception areas of Piedmont CASA
located on the third floor of an historic building
just off Court Square in downtown Charlottesville. "We chose the colors we did to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for staff,
volunteers, and clients who use these spaces daily
in their important work," said Ruth Stone CASA's executive director, whose husband, John, joined in the
excitement. CASA is an organization that trains Court
Appointed Special Advocates, who work one-on-one with
abused and endangered children to assist the courts
in determining the best environment to ensure each
child's safety and well-being. "Volunteer court advocates may be the only voice that can truly speak for these
children," explained Stone, "and the work Kiwanis did in transforming the feel of our offices was truly amazing." The project was organized by Work Night Chair Lynn Seuffert, who made sure the
Kiwanians found the location, brought adequate supplies,
and were fed properly after the work was completed.
The next work night is scheduled for Monday night,
February 25, and will take place at The Habitat Store
on Harris Street. It will be another painting extravaganza
and all Kiwanians and K-Family members are urged to
volunteer.





























