Overview CASA is the only volunteer organization that empowers everyday citizens as appointed members of the court. In an overburdened social welfare system, abused and neglected children often slip through the cracks among hundreds of current cases. CASA volunteers change that. Appointed by judges, CASA volunteers typically handle just one case at a time—and commit to staying on that case until the child is placed in a safe, permanent home. While others may come and go, CASA volunteers provide that one constant that children need in order to thrive. Are you ready to stand up for a child who needs you? Inquire today about the power you have to change a child's life. Click on "Enter Zip" in the "Act Locally" Box above, enter your zip code and click on the "Search" button. Volunteer. Find a CASA program near you by Zip Code Search See A Current List Of CASA programs by State on the CASAnet Website The mission of the National Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Association, together with its state and local members, is to support and promote court-appointed volunteer advocacy for abused and neglected children so that they can thrive in safe, permanent homes. Volunteer. Find a CASA program near you by Zip Code Search See A Current List Of CASA programs by State on the CASAnet Website Make a lifelong difference for a child. Design & Hosting Compliments of: | © 2007 | All Rights Reserved

You don’t have to be a lawyer or a social worker to qualify; you just have to be an adult willing to stand up for an abused and neglected child. As a CASA volunteer, you receive official training from professionals in the field to get you familiar with the court and child welfare systems, and other important aspects of the case including child development, interviewing techniques, and cultural competency. You are then qualified to be court appointed by a judge. You'll be given the tools and personal support you need to aid your search for as much information as possible about a child in order to achieve an objective viewpoint of his/her welfare. You’ll review the case to become familiar with the background, gather new data and then develop a report with your recommendation that is shared in the courtroom, verbally or written. It becomes one of several important pieces a judge considers when making his/her ruling on behalf of the child. Volunteers speak out about being a CASA.