Our Team

Our Dedicated Staff

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Carolyn Frank

Carolyn Frank brings a rich non-profit work history to Michigan CASA. Much of her experience has been in fund development and administrative support with organizations such as The Ferris Foundation, Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation, and Habitat for Humanity of Kent County. With a heart for mission and desire to make a lasting impact, Carolyn is excited to support Michigan CASA growing the reach throughout the state to help the most children!

Carolyn and her husband, Dan, have two adult children and live in Cannon Township where she can often be found riding and hiking the local trails and parks.

DIRECTOR OF TRAINING

Janice Fonger

Janice Fonger has enjoyed a long and inspiring career in the nonprofit arena. She has been a front-line service provider; a coordinator of philanthropic activities; a relationship and community builder, a coach, facilitator, and trainer; a manager of organizational operations; an executive director; and a board member and leader. Janice’s first introduction to CASA came in the early 2000s as Executive Director at Adoptive Family Support Network. In 2017, Janice was sworn in as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in Kent County. Janice was a fierce advocate and loyal and passionate voice on behalf of her first two cases, a teen, and an infant. These were more than just cases, as Janice remains in contact with both girls/families.

Janice and her husband Lindsay are blessed to have a beautiful daughter Celia and new son-in-law Nick

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Sarah Laman-Davis

Sarah Laman-Davis is a strong advocate for a more just and equitable community. Over the last decade, she has served in various marketing, communications, and development roles across the areas of environmental sustainability, workforce development, early childhood support, and public health technology.

Sarah completed a Master’s of Public Administration from Grand Valley State University in 2024. She is also the co-founder of a B-Corp certified coffee roastery called Last Mile Cafe. She and her husband have two children and enjoy traveling, hiking, and spending time with family.

Our Board of Directors

Officers

THE ROLE OF MICHIGAN CASA'S OFFICERS

The Board Officers are responsible for the overall governance of the Michigan CASA organization. They provide leadership and support while setting policies, ensuring legal responsibilities including bylaws and financial oversight are strictly followed.