Dallas Mavericks digital content producer Shelbie Sumter always knew she wanted to serve at-risk children in some capacity.
Every time she heard about Dallas CASA — a local organization that uses volunteers to advocate for abused children — something would poke her spirit. This was especially true during the long days of the pandemic. Sumter simply couldn’t shake the feeling that thousands of kids were in need and hurting.
Her instincts were correct.
The latest statistics show that the coronavirus pandemic has been especially brutal to children at risk of abuse and neglect.