Brodie's Day at the Ballpark

This past Sunday, boys served by CASA experienced the excitement of a baseball game, thanks to the generosity of Deb Brodie and her late husband Mike, who founded the event. The boys had a great time watching the game, meeting the players, and spending quality time with their Advocates during the annual Brodie's Day at the Ballpark event.

Mike's legacy at CASA is one of compassion, caring and love.

Mike Brodie

Mike and Deb started working with CASA as Volunteers in 2007. Together, they made the CASA difference Advocating over about seven cases for the children involved. Deb recalls how Mike "loved the kids and felt a sense of accomplishment when we could be helpful in getting the kids where they needed to be." She also told us how good he was with them and how they would "open up to him and really talk to him."

Mike passed away in 2015, but his legacy has continued, thanks to Deb's efforts. In honor of his love of all sports, especially Baseball, "Mike's Day at the Ballpark" was created. Through the event, Deb hopes to pass on Mike's love of the game and give the boys an opportunity to interact with the players. She hopes that a day at the ballpark is "really exciting for them during a not so exciting time in their lives."

Moments from the Ballpark

Thanks to the Brodie family, our CASA boys had an absolute blast! Here are a few moments from the event so you can see for yourself. At CASA, we believe that every child deserves happy moments like these and will continue to do everything we can to Advocate and Be the Difference in their lives. You can also join in our mission by donating or finding out more about becoming an Advocate.