Canopy Center Inc.

A big thank you to Arbor Green for returning as the presenting sponsor of this year's Mad Hatter’s Bingo! 🎩💙

Their continued sponsorship helps make this fun-filled evening possible while supporting our Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program. CASA trains and supports volunteers who advocate for children and youth who have experienced abuse or neglect, ensuring they have a voice in the decisions made about their future and someone looking out for their best interests.

We’re so grateful to have Arbor Green helping bring this year’s event to life!

Register for an evening of bingo, raffles, wine, and more! https://canopycenter.org/how-to-help/events/register-casa-bingo.html

Rock N Wool Winery

It doesn't always take a big gift to make a big impact.

Our Amazon Wish List includes everyday items that help Canopy Center run - from office and cleaning supplies to snacks, activities, and gift cards. These items help children express themselves, keep our spaces welcoming and provide practical support for families when it's needed most.

When you purchase an item, you're helping us spend less on everyday essentials and more on the services children and families rely on. Thank you! 💜

🔗Shop our Amazon wish list→ https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/111H9WIHAB5IC?ref_=abls_nvfly_swy)T

Thanks to a grant from the Joseph Martin Nunn Family Support & Reunification Fund, we're able to support a family served through our CASA of Dane & Columbia Counties program.🩵

This grant will help support a child who was placed with a grandparent after their parents entered treatment. Taking on the responsibility of raising a young child meant reducing work hours and taking on new expenses, putting the grandparent's housing at risk. This funding will help the family remain housed while the child's parents focus on their recovery. 🏠

We're grateful for the Fund's investment in families working to overcome substance use challenges and create safe, stable homes for their children.

National CASA / GAL Association for Children

Don't be late for this very important date! 🎩🐇

Mad Hatter’s Bingo is coming to Rock N Wool Winery on Thursday, September 17!

Surprise prizes and Wonderland-inspired fun to support CASA of Dane & Columbia Counties and best-interest advocacy for foster children in Dane and Columbia Counties. Doors open at 5 p.m., and bingo begins at 6 p.m.

Register today! https://canopycenter.org/how-to-help/events/register-casa-bingo.html

We're excited to share that Sarah Berndt has been named Canopy Center's next Executive Director!

Sarah brings more than 15 years of leadership experience and a passion for connecting people with purpose in service of children and families. Since joining Canopy Center as Development Director, she has strengthened community partnerships, expanded fundraising efforts, and helped position the organization for continued growth and impact.

"One of the things I admire most about Canopy Center is that children and families have a voice in shaping the support they receive," Sarah said. "It's been a privilege to help grow support for this work over the past three years, and I'm honored to lead Canopy Center into its next chapter."

Please join us in welcoming Sarah into this new role! 💙

Read the full announcement → https://canopycenter.org/news/

For more than 20 years, Kevin Palmersheim has quietly helped Canopy Center protect the dignity of the children we serve, strengthen our organization, and navigate difficult situations with confidence.

That is why we were proud to recognize Kevin as our 2026 Champion for Children Award recipient. 🏆

Read more about Kevin’s impact → https://canopycenter.org/news/blog.html/article/2026/07/21/honoring-kevin-palmersheim-more-than-20-years-of-support

AtwoodFest and Kid's Fest have been canceled.

We stand with our community during this difficult time. Please take care of yourselves, check in on your neighbors, and extend grace to one another.

We look forward to celebrating with you next year. 💙

Last week, we celebrated a special milestone as our newest CASA of Dane & Columbia Counties volunteers were officially sworn in as friends of the court and welcomed to the program.

This swearing-in was especially meaningful because it was the first led by Judge Nia Trammell, and was a true full-circle moment. Years before taking the bench, Judge Trammell served as a CASA volunteer right here in Dane County, advocating for children in foster care who experienced abuse and neglect.

After the ceremony, our CASA Case Coordinator, Clara, surprised volunteers with fun take-home crafts and activities they can use to connect with the children they serve.

Congratulations to our newest CASA volunteers! Your advocacy makes a difference! 💙

Headed to AtwoodFest? Bring the kids! 🎈

Canopy Center is excited to once again be hosting Kid's Fest! Join us for crafts, giant bubbles and more! Radiant Smiles Face Painting will also be joining us to provide free face painting and balloon twisting on Saturday from 1-3p.m. and Sunday from 12-2p.m.

📍Rusk St. & Atwood Ave.
🗓️ Saturday: 12-5 p.m.
🗓️ Sunday: 12–4 p.m.

We’re excited to be part of another fun weekend in the neighborhood and hope to see you there!