My name is Owen Barkin: I am 12 years old and live in Lincolnshire, Illinois.

As part of my upcoming Bar Mitzvah, I have a goal of raising $2,000 for a charity that I think does amazing work.

100% of the money raised will benefit CASA Illinois, which focuses on providing needs and services to children who are victims of abuse or neglect. I am specifically focused on providing packages of toiletries to those in need and will work with my family to distribute them to the CASA organization once I reach my goal.

Any size donation is helpful and I’m appreciative that you checked out my fundraiser. Have a wonderful day!