The Genesee County Bar Association is recognizing four local organizations for their commitment to improving the lives of those in need in Genesee County.
A recognition ceremony is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 5 in the Grand Jury Room on the second floor of the Genesee County Courts Facility. That's also when the organizations will get monetary donations from the bar association to support their efforts.
The public is invited to attend.
Local attorneys makes countless individual contributions of funds and hours in support of local charities and community organizations. The bar members believe the four organizations listed below have made substantial efforts to support those in need. As a result, they deserve special recognition and support.
- CASA for Children (Court Appointed Special Advocates — providing volunteers to advocate for the needs of neglected and abused children in the county): $1,250
- Genesee County Youth Court (Provides a peer-review system for local troubled youth as an alternative to our adult justice system.): $500
- “People Realizing Potential” (A campaign of the Genesee ARC to assist local people with special needs.): $1,000
- Genesee County Child Advocacy Center (Provides services for local children in need.): $1,250
