A Heartfelt "Thank You"

​For several years, I have worked behind the scenes helping to raise money and awareness to support Brightside Child & Family Advocacy’s (“Brightside”) mission and vision as a board member and now the current board chair. The funds raised provide stability, hope, and opportunity for Savannah’s most vulnerable children—but the money is only the beginning.


Without Brightside’s caring, passionate staff and CASAs, children and families immersed in the foster care system could easily be overlooked and overwhelmed. Brightside’s staff and CASAs are embedded within Savannah’s child welfare community, and are continuously identifying systemic inefficiencies and unmet needs. Then, through research, creativity, and collaboration—including partnerships with Chatham County’s Juvenile Court Judges—they develop meaningful, practical solutions.


Unwavering as the voice for children navigating the foster care judicial system, Brightside has also created innovative programs that provide essential support such as transportation, supervised visitation, life-skills training, clothing closets, holiday wishes, mental health services, college preparation, sport/club equipment, and multiple others. These efforts foster confidence, belonging, and resilience while strengthening foster children and families as well as other community/governmental organizations.
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Brightside staff and CASAs never stop dreaming of new ways to serve children and families in foster care, and every donation helps them not just survive but to thrive and build brighter futures. That is just one reason, why I continue to volunteer and support Brightside Child & Family Advocacy.


A heartfelt "Thank you" to ALL Brightside Staff, CASAs, and volunteers! Because of you, children feel seen, supported, and valued. Your dedication changes lives every single day, and our community is stronger because of you.
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About the Author

Kathy Ledvina
Kathy Ledvina is the Board Chair for Brightside Advocacy Child and Family Advocacy. We are grateful for her leadership. For years, she has advocated for children in foster care. Our team is so fortunate to have her.