Columbia Gorge CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) is in the midst of its annual fundraising appeal.  The organization recruits, trains, and supports community volunteers to advocate for the needs and well-being of the about 150 foster children in Wasco, Hood River, and Sherman counties.  CASA Executive Director Susan Erickson says a matching grant from the Providence Community Benefit Fund will double all donations up to $6,000 that are received by the end of the year.  Donations can be made on-line at gorgecasa.org or by mail to Columbia Gorge CASA at P.O. Box 663 in Hood River, zip code 97031.