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Serving Caldwell, Catawba, and Burke Counties

CVGAL is a nonprofit 501-C-3 created by volunteers to educate the public about the desperate need for volunteers in our 3- county area. Our mission is to assist the GAL program in Judicial District 25 and to raise funds to help provide for the needs of abused and neglected children we represent.

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ABOUT US

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Who We Are

CVGAL was founded in April, 2013 by volunteers who believed in the need for more outside support for the state Guardian Ad Litem program.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to positively impact the lives of children in foster care in District 25 through financial gifts to enhance their lives academically or in extracurricular activities.

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NC Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)

North Carolina Guardian ad Litem equips community volunteers to serve abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interests in court.

How Can I Help?

EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHAMPION: AN ADULT WHO WILL NEVER GIVE UP ON THEM, WHO UNDERSTANDS THE POWER OF CONNECTION AND INSISTS THEY BECOME THE BEST THEY CAN POSSIBLY BE.”  – RITA PIERSON

VOLUNTEER

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    Child Advocate

    Represent and promote the best interests of abused and neglected children in the court system and to work towards a plan that will ensure these children are in a safe, permanent home. Learn More

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    Volunteer

    Help us meet our goals through advocacy, fundraising, and assist with recruiting volunteers.  

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    Become a Foster Parent

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    Donate

    See how your donation can make a difference in a child's life.

“A HUNDRED YEARS FROM NOW, IT WILL NOT MATTER WHAT MY BANK ACCOUNT WAS, THE SORT OF HOUSE I LIVED IN, OR THE KIND OF CAR I DROVE, BUT THE WORLD MAY BE DIFFERENT BECAUSE I WAS IMPORTANT IN THE LIFE OF A CHILD.” – FOREST E. WITCRAFT

UPCOMING EVENTS

44 days
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CVGAL Cornhole Tournament
May 13th, 2023
10:00 am
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IT ISN’T WHAT WE SAY OR THINK THAT DEFINES US, BUT WHAT WE DO.” JANE AUSTEN

TO OUR SUPPORTERS - THANK YOU

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Your Generosity Makes a Difference!

Consignment For A Cause has selected our nonprofit to support for the month of March! Please stop by 1475 Highland Avenue NE, Unit C in Hickory, NC and check it out to support our kids!

Our mission at Catawba Valley Guardian ad Litem Association is to provide foster children from District 25 with sports and educational activities that will allow them to learn and grow into productive adults. Any and all support goes to a wonderful cause. We will see you at Consignment For A Cause in March!!
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CHILDREN ARE GREAT IMITATORS. SO GIVE THEM SOMETHING GREAT TO IMITATE.

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Make A Difference In A Child's Life!

URGENT NEED!
We have had an influx of children.  They use pillows (just regular pillows for a bed), bath towels, twin sheets, and blankets. Our supply is starting to run low. If you are able to donate these items please let me know! They can be dropped off at our Family Services Center (3050 11th Ave Drive SE Hickory.)

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CHILDREN ARE GREAT IMITATORS. SO GIVE THEM SOMETHING GREAT TO IMITATE.

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Donate today and make a change in a child's life.  Our mission at Catawba Valley Guardian ad Litem Association is to provide foster children from District 25 with sports and educational activities that will allow them to learn and grow into productive adults.

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is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Our Supporters

Businesses:

  • Novel Taproom
  • JT Strange-Elite Hair Design
  • Jerry Brother’s Industries, Inc.
  • Catawba Valley Chapter Thrivent Financial
  • Morgan Law
  • Crescent Moon Cafe
  • Unique World Gifts
  • Cafe' Rule
  • Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology

Community Partner:

One Simple Wish

Connect With Us

(828) 469-7441

CatawbaValleyGALA@gmail.com

PO Box 9060 Hickory, NC 28603