for Presenting the Annual Wiggin’ Out Gala 2025
for Presenting the Annual Wiggin’ Out Gala 2025
Wiggin'Out is registered 501(c)3 non profit that provides wigs, headwear, lymphatic garments,prosthetic bras and gift cards to current and recently former cancer patients throughout the I-20 corridor in North Louisiana through donations and fundraising. Our goal in this endeavor is to help ease the financial and psychological burden for individuals fighting cancer.
Our purpose is to raise money in order to provide a philanthropic benefit to residents in North Louisiana that are battling cancer. Approved applicants will be granted a gift card for travel expenses related to treatment related to treatment costs, bills or groceries, or a redemption certificate at one of our partner organizations for the cost or partial cost of purchasing a wig, headwear, lymphatic garment or prosthetic bras.
In 2011 Louisiana Tech Athletics, The Minute Magazine and Northern Louisiana Medical Center came together to create Wiggin’ Out. Since our first event in the fall of 2011 at Squire Creek Country Club, Wiggin’ Out has grown into its own entity with the addition of the Ruston Daily Leader as a major partner. Originally created to help women in Lincoln Parish purchase wigs, Wiggin’ Out’s focus has now expanded to include other appropriate headwear, lymphatic garments and prosthetic bras for men, women and children along the I-20 corridor in North Louisiana.
A proud Louisiana native, Vicki Caskey has long been passionate about serving others, a passion she fully embraced in 2011 when she founded Wiggin' Out.
With a heart for community service, Vicki previously served as Market Manager for The Minute Magazine, the Executive Director for the Bienville Parish Chamber of Commerce and Reporter for the Bienville Parish Police Jury, keeping the community informed and involved in local affairs.
Vicki is a member of the First Baptist Church of Arcadia, where she finds both inspiration and a sense of fellowship. She finds fulfillment in life's simple joys. Outside of her professional roles, Vicki enjoys spending time with her family, baking, traveling and long walks with her Golden Retriever, Harper Sue.
She has been married to Wayne Caskey since 2001 and resides in Arcadia.
Through community involvement, Vicki consistently shows her dedication to making a meaningful contribution and creating a positive impact right in her own backyard.
Elisha James, a Ruston, Louisiana native and graduate of Louisiana Tech University, has served on the board of Wiggin' Out since 2016. Her journey with the organization began in 2015 when she was inspired by its mission at her first gala.
Currently working at Louisiana Tech University, Elisha is dedicated to community engagement, contributes to outreach programs and is a member of Trinity Methodist Church.
In her free time, she enjoys jogging, cooking, painting and spending time outdoors at D'Arbonne Lake with loved ones, showcasing her appreciation for nature and creativity.
Elisha’s commitment to making a meaningful difference is deeply rooted, shaped by her connection to Ruston and her mother’s battle with cancer. She is passionate about supporting Wiggin' Out and other initiatives that positively impact her community.
Matt Nelson became involved with Wiggin' Out in 2016, drawn to the theme "Kicking Cancer," which resonated with him both as a Louisiana Tech University graduate and former football place kicker, as well as because of his personal connection to cancer. His mother fought cancer, and Matt was inspired by her strength throughout her battle. When he saw the gala advertisement, he knew he had to get involved.
Professionally, Matt is a Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch, where he helps clients plan for their financial futures.
Matt resides in Monroe with his wife, Kasie, their son, Stiles and daughter, Grace. Outside of work and volunteering, Matt enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf, and coaching local kickers and punters, sharing his passion for the sport with the next generation.
Mikayla Stiles is a Licensed Financial Assistant at Argent Financial, where she is dedicated to serving clients with care and professionalism. In addition to her work in finance, she serves as the Head Cross Country Coach at Cedar Creek School, where she combines her lifelong passion for running with a commitment to developing student-athletes both on and off the course.
Outside of her professional and coaching roles, she enjoys reading and cheering on Louisiana Tech Bulldog athletics.
She is deeply committed to supporting Wiggin' Out, a cause close to her heart, inspired by her aunt—her role model—who bravely fought her battle with cancer.
Christy was given the opportunity to join the Wiggin Out team in the summer of 2025. Without hesitation she humbly embraced the offer to assist in its mission to serve local residents.
She graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Merchandising and Consumer Studies. After realizing a big city life wasn’t what her true dreams were made of, she began working at a small community bank in 2013 where she met the founder of Wiggin Out, Vicki Caskey. Christy immediately connected with the vision of the nonprofit. The compassion Vicki exuded towards the nonprofit was incredibly impactful, and she always looked forward to visiting with Vicki and attending the annual gala.
Christy resides in Lincoln Parish with her husband, Cullen and daughter, Mary Travis. As a homemaker, her days are filled with errands, grocery runs, laundry and carline, but when all the duties are completed, she enjoys leaning into her creative side of being an artist. As a member of a local art group, Fringe - an art experience, she’s involved with annual shows and creative pop up events.
She enjoys spending time with her family, whether it’s going on an evening walk with the dogs, playing 18 holes on the golf course, traveling, or just a homemade pizza and movie night at home.
Christy is looking forward to embodying the mission of Wiggin Out serving her community.
Wiggin'Out is a Louisiana registered 501c(3) Tax ID 46-1727206
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