 
The C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation was formed in 1991 to join volunteers who love to fish with disabled and disadvantaged children for a day of fishing in the outdoors. The C.A.S.T. for Kids event was designed to create an environment whereby both children and adults could benefit, each taking from the day their own lessons.
   
Sixteen years later, C.A.S.T. for Kids continues to fulfill this purpose while realizing others:
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Increasing awareness of disabled and disadvantaged children in our communities
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Appreciation for natural resources
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Cooperation of government agencies and local interest groups within our areas
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Creating a rare and positive experience for youth
The C.A.S.T. special thrill maker events are made possible through the cooperation of government agencies and local human interest groups, creating a rare and positive experience for youth.
  
The C.A.S.T. for Kids program has not only evolved in purpose, but in scope. During each of the Foundations first four years, three events were held in the states of
Washington and
Idaho . Since then, the total number of annual events has grown to 52 in 38 states and!
Each year more volunteers assist, more donors contribute and more children participate.
In 1996 due to continued requests and overwhelming interest, the Fishing Kids Fishing Series was developed to introduce and educate ALL kids to the sport of fishing. With 12 events each year in the
Pacific Northwest , thousands of children, parents, sponsors and volunteers participate in this unique outing.
C.A.S.T. Timeline:
1991 - First C.A.S.T. event held at
Banks
Lake in
Eastern Washington in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation.
1992 - Events were added in Eastern and
Western Washington , and
Idaho
1993 - C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation established.
1996 - Bureau of Land Management becomes a partner.
1998 - U.S. Army Corp of Engineers becomes a partner.
1999 - Number of events hits 25 ranging from
Washington to
Florida . C.A.S.T. opens corp office in
Renton, Wa
2002 - C.A.S.T. holds 32 events in 18 states. Professional Anglers Association becomes a partner.
2003 - C.A.S.T. holds 35 fishing events in 20 states and is accepted as a National Combined Federal Government Giving Campaign Member.
2005 - CAST held 37 events. California Departments of Water Resources, Fish & Game, Parks & Recreation, and Boating & Waterways become newest official partners.
2006 - CAST held 41 events, adding new events in
Rhode Island ,
Florida ,
Kansas and
Virginia .
2007 - CAST held 52 events in 28 states
2008 - Adding 13 new events for 2008, to include 4 events in
Florida , 1 in
Alabama , 1 in
Iowa , 1 in
Massachusetts , 1 in
Tennessee , 1 in
North Carolina , 1 in
Missouri , 1 in
Kansas and 2 in
Texas .
C.A.S.T. Sponsors:
Success of the C.A.S.T. for Kids events has been achieved through a host of contributions by numerous sponsors on both the local and national levels. It is with great appreciation that we note the following sponsors who have contributed to the growth of the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation and the opportunities it provides to disabled and disadvantaged children across the :
Eagle Claw,
Plano , Zebco.
Participating Organizations:
Community groups that support families of disabled and disadvantaged children have also been extremely supportive in coordinating C.A.S.T. for Kids events. The following groups have been a tremendous resource since the inception of the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation: Make-A-Wish Foundation, Special Olympics, Shriner’s Hospital, Local Parks & Recreation Departments, Ronald McDonald House, Children’s Hospitals, Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation, California Department of Water Resources, Bureau of Reclamation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, and A Wish Come True Inc.
Dates & Locations of Events:
C.A.S.T. for Kids is proud of the events and event host which are committed to providing the programs annually to disabled and disadvantaged children. Event host groups set the dates for the upcoming year in the fall. The schedule is then posted for all to plan and prepare for attendance. The 2008 schedule represent events that have continued for many years and have shown a consistent growth in both scope and participation. New events are added as they are developed and confirmed by an event host group.
For more information on CAST and how you can participate with North State Financial on these events, please contact us at info@northstatefinancial.com or give us a ring at 925-895-6467. You can also visit the CAST website at www.castforkids.org
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