DEVELOPMENT

What is Development?

Casakids’ Development and Fundraising program plays an essential role in making all of our work possible.

Through community partnerships, events, and generous donor support, this program helps secure the funding needed to provide services for children and families.

Whether it’s organizing fundraisers, building relationships with supporters, or sharing our mission with the community, the focus is on creating meaningful ways for people to get involved and make a difference.

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This program is about more than just raising funds—it’s about building a network of people who care deeply about supporting local children.

Every donation, sponsorship, and partnership directly helps expand programs and provide critical resources.

By connecting the community to our mission, the Development and Fundraising program helps ensure that Casakids can continue to grow and serve children and families when they need it most.

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Meet the Team

  • A woman with red hair and wearing a black top and jeans kneeling next to a golden retriever dog with a yellow vest and a red harness. The dog has a badge indicating it is a service dog. The woman is smiling and holding the dog gently.

    SARAH PUKANSKY

    Chief Development Officer

  • A woman with red hair smiling, wearing a green top and a gold necklace with a heart-shaped pendant, standing in front of a gray textured background.

    KIANNA CONWAY

    Content Creator

  • A woman with long dark hair, wearing a black T-shirt with a logo, stands against a gray background.

    MARIBEL QUEZADA

    Development Executive Assistant