In Episode 4 of the Sun Collectors Podcast, William Grant sits down with Pam Perrilles, Executive Director of CASA of the Peoria Area, to talk about how everyday people can become a voice for kids in the abuse and neglect court system. Pam shares what CASA volunteers actually do, why there are 1,700 pending cases across five counties, and how a small team is working to give more children someone in their corner.

They also dig into Sun Collectors’ long-term support of CASA, the Merry and Bright Christmas initiative, and Tipping Big for the Community—with real stories of kids, parents, and servers whose lives were changed by simple acts of generosity. It’s a grounded, emotional look at how local businesses, volunteers, and listeners can create real ripple effects in their own backyard.

Episode Highlights:

⚡ What CASA is and how vo ...