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When a child enters the child welfare system because his or her home is no longer safe, a judge may appoint a Court Appointed Special Advocate, or a CASA volunteer, to speak up for the best interests of the child in family court and other settings.
As a CASA volunteer, you will make a real difference for abused and neglected children by giving them a voice and providing a stable influence in their lives. You will serve as the eyes and ears of the court to promote the safety and well-being of children in the protective services system. To ensure you understand your role, special training and supervision will be provided before you are assigned a case.
Data shows that children who are assigned a CASA volunteer advocate are more likely to:
Find a safe, permanent home
Spend less time in foster care
Have fewer moves between foster placements
Do better in school
Receive the services they need
Avoid re-entry into foster care
CASA advocates are positively impacting the lives of abused and neglected children.
What Do CASA Volunteer Advocates Do?
Volunteer responsibilities include:
- Spending a significant amount of time with a child to build a relationship and gain his or her trust
- Exploring all aspects of the child’s life and gather information from everyone involved, including family members, foster parents, teachers, daycare providers, doctors, lawyers, social workers and other relevant persons
- Ensuring the child has access to needed services, i.e. medical, education and housing
- Accompanying the child to court to advocate for their needs and rights
- Providing a comprehensive picture of the child’s life to the judge when the case goes to court
- Promoting safety and bringing a sense of urgency to the child’s needs
- Committing to advocate for the child’s best interest until he or she reaches a safe, permanent home
CASA volunteer advocates must:
- Be willing to commit several hours of your time each month for at least one year
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Participate in an in-depth training program
- Participate in an in-service training
- Pass criminal and DHR history background checks
- Be over age 21
Other Opportunities
If you’re looking for ways to support CASA and the vulnerable children we serve, but aren’t in a position to become a volunteer advocate—don’t worry. There are several other ways you can help:
Become a non-advocate volunteer:
Creative ways to help your local CASA programs are endless and very welcome. Please contact our office if you are interested in volunteering as a non-advocate.
- Help with administrative tasks in your local CASA office
- Set up an office supply drive
- Assist with filing or data entry
- Donate office space for volunteer training
- Volunteer to be on our events team
- Organize a dress down/up day at your office where employees pay $5 to wear jeans; proceeds go to CASA
Make a financial contribution:
Your tax-deductible donation enables us to advocate for more children in need. There are several ways and opportunities to give:
- Make an individual donation
- Supplement your contribution with a matching gift from your employer
- Donate in memory or honor of a family member or friend
- Give a donation to commemorate a special event
- Sponsor an Event
- Make a recurring donation of $10/month
Spread the word:
- Share our website with family, friends and co-workers
- Follow us on social media, and like and share our postings:
- Host a CASA Fundraiser for your company, community organization or school
Huge thanks to Sarah & Ben Wallerstein, Hero Sponsors of the Friends of CASA Luncheon! 💙 Sarah also serves as a dedicated CASA volunteer, advocating for children in foster care. We're so grateful for you! #FriendsofCASA #HeroSponsor
💙 The Friends of CASA Luncheon is coming — and every ticket helps a child who needs someone in their corner.
CASA volunteers are a voice for kids in the court system who've experienced abuse and neglect. The Friends of CASA Luncheon raises funding to recruit, train and supervise volunteer advocates.
🦸 A huge thank-you to Hero Sponsor, Add Source Group! (Check them out here: www.addsourcegroup.com)
Your generosity makes our work possible and offers hope to children in foster care.
The Luncheon is one month away!!
🎟️ Grab your tickets
🤝 Become a sponsor
💛 Help us tell a child in crisis: someone is fighting for you.
Every seat and every sponsorship goes straight to advocacy for kids in Jefferson County, Alabama.
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Come see us tomorrow at the Pepper Place Farmers Market and learn more about CASA of Jefferson County!
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