Boots & BBQ raises over $200,000 for Highland Lakes foster children
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The 11th annual Boots & BBQ fundraiser raised more than $200,000 on Feb. 7 for the support of children in foster care across the Highland Lakes area.
Hosted at the Horseshoe Bay Resort, the event featured dinner, entertainment, and auctions benefiting CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of the Highland Lakes Area, which recruits and trains volunteers to advocate for children in abuse and neglect cases across five counties.
“Boots & BBQ is more than a fundraiser, it’s what makes it possible for CASA volunteers to show up consistently for children in foster care across our 5-county service area,” Brittany Grubbs, CASA of the Highland Lakes area executive director, told DailyTrib. “When the court is making life-changing decisions, a CASA volunteer brings the child’s day-to-day reality into the room and advocates for what’s safe, stable, and in their best interest. This event helps ensure more children in our area have that steady voice by their side.”
A highlight of the live auction was a $25,000 private plane trip package donated by Gage & Cade Construction in partnership with Toss It Dumpsters. Gage & Cade Construction served as presenting sponsor for the fifth consecutive year.
CASA for the Highland Lakes Area is a nonprofit that trains and supports volunteer advocates for children in foster care across Burnet, Blanco, Llano, Lampasas and San Saba counties.