Over 100 Run to Honor CASA Volunteers in Kentucky
More than 100 runners lit up an Elizabethtown park to celebrate volunteers who advocate for children in the court system. The superhero-themed 5K raised awareness for CASA of the Heartland, an organization that gives vulnerable kids a voice when they need it most.
Glow sticks in hand and superhero capes flying, over 100 runners gathered at Elizabethtown Sports Park for a 5K with a powerful mission: honoring the volunteers who stand up for children in Kentucky's court system.
The Light the Night 5K celebrated CASA of the Heartland, a volunteer-driven organization that trains community members to advocate for kids navigating difficult legal situations. Executive Director Michelle Kail chose the superhero theme deliberately because CASA volunteers bring light to children's darkest times.
Derricka Taylor showed up dressed as Wonder Woman with a clear message about why this work matters. "Children need somebody to have a voice, especially in courtrooms," Taylor said. "They need somebody to show up for them to let them know that they matter and that things get better."
Taylor called CASA volunteers the real superheroes. She emphasized that kids never forget who shows up for them during tough times, even if they don't remember every detail later.
Social workers Jerrilynn Milby and Amanda Carter wore red and pink capes to the event. Milby noted that CASA doesn't get enough recognition for the impact they make on young lives in the community.
The Friday night race wasn't just about running. Seventeen-month-old Liliana Martin waved glow sticks while her father held her. Seven-year-old Aubrey Reagan dressed as Miraculous Ladybug and met other costumed participants. A robotic dog named Sparky from Elizabethtown Community and Technical College entertained young runners with tricks.
Why This Inspires
CASA volunteers give their time to stand beside children they've never met, listening to difficult stories and showing up consistently in courtrooms. These ordinary community members become extraordinary advocates, ensuring that every child's voice gets heard during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. The turnout proves that when people understand the mission, they rally to support it.
Anyone interested in becoming a CASA volunteer can visit casaheartland.org or call 270-982-2274 to learn how they can provide light during children's darkest times.
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