EPIC Awards honor inspiring individuals

WILKES-BARRE June 13, 2017 — Inspiring people and businesses from around the Wyoming Valley were awarded Tuesday at the Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce’s EPIC awards. Ramah Hackett, Melissa Parente and Christina Taylor were awarded the Volunteer of the Year Award for their work on the CASAblanca Gala. The fundraiser brought in over $100,000 for CASA of Luzerne County, which stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates.

“CASA changes lives, one child at a time,” Hackett said about why the trio got involved with the program.

Taylor said the women must share their award with the “true heroes” — the CASA advocates who work for the best interests of physically or sexually abused children in courtrooms and communities.

EPIC stands for Extraordinary People Inspiring Community.

Advocate Appreciation BBQ - Honoring the CASA's of Luzerne County

July 27th 5-8 PM

This is a private party to honor the Volunteer Advocates who are dedicated to being the voice of the abused and neglected Children of Luzerne County. These citizen Volunteers put in countless hours getting to know the needs of the Children and appearing before the Court to speak on their behalf. If you are interested in becoming an Advocate or to learn about more ways you can help, visit our website at www.luzernecasa.org.

Event made possible because of the contributions made by Ronald McDonald Children’s Charities of Northeastern Pennsylvania.