Who We Are

Dedicated to Reuniting Families and Empowering Communities

The journey of Dear Casi began with a deeply personal experience.

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Our founders faced the heart-wrenching reality of a missing loved one. The overwhelming sense of helplessness and the desperate search for answers led to the realization that there was a need for a unified effort—a place where all resources, support, and community involvement could come together to make a difference.

We started The Dear Casi Foundation because we believe that no family should have to endure the pain of not knowing where their loved one is. We understand the emotional toll it takes and the urgency of every moment. Our organization was born out of a desire to turn that pain into purpose, to create a beacon of hope for families and communities affected by missing persons.

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Thanks! It's the Trauma!

Casi Come Home Part 1

Thanks! It's the Trauma!

Casi Come Home Part 2

Our Team

Katrina Burns

Chair & Program Director

Dear Casi Foundation

Katrina leads the family support efforts of the Dear Casi Foundation. With deep compassion and clarity, she serves as the first point of contact for many families navigating the trauma of a loved one’s disappearance. Katrina brings a grounded presence and a fierce dedication to making sure no one walks this journey alone.

Linda Isbell

Vice Chair

Dear Casi Foundation

Linda is the aunt of Casi Ann Pogue, the missing woman whose story sparked the founding of the Dear Casi Foundation. As Vice Chair, she offers guidance and perspective rooted in personal loss. Her voice ensures the foundation stays grounded in its mission to honor every missing person and every family left behind.

Hollie McEvoy

Treasurer & Program Director

Operation Missing

Hollie handles the operational backbone of the foundation—building systems, managing outreach, and guiding national initiatives through Operation Missing. Though she didn’t know Casi personally, Hollie has long supported Katrina and deeply believes in the mission. Her work helps transform passion into lasting impact.

Debra (Debi) Pogue

Auxiliary Member

Dear Casi Foundation

Debi is the mother of Casi Ann Pogue. Her strength, resilience, and continued presence with the foundation offer a powerful testament to the enduring bond between mother and child. As an Auxiliary Member, she honors her daughter by standing with other families who know the same pain.

DebiAnn De Castillo

Auxiliary Member

Dear Casi Foundation

DebiAnn is the daughter of Casi Ann Pogue. Her connection to the mission is deeply personal, and she serves as a grounding reminder of why the work matters. As an Auxiliary Member, she lends support and insight to the foundation's family outreach and awareness efforts.