CASA staff and volunteers help families by linking parents to housing and support services that can bring their children home safely and permanently.
Children with a CASA experience fewer moves while in foster care than those without one, giving them more stability during a difficult time.
Children with a CASA volunteer are far less likely to reenter the child welfare system- reentry rates are cut in half compared to those without CASA support.
Children with a CASA often do better in school, passing more classes, avoiding expulsion, and showing stronger behavior and conduct than those without this support.
BECOME A CASA VOLUNTEER
CASA Volunteer Advocates make a difference by standing up for children in the court system.
As a CASA, you’ll be the consistent voice for a child who has experienced abuse or neglect. Volunteer Advocates gather information, collaborate with professionals, and make recommendations to the judge to ensure each child’s best interests are heard. Your commitment helps children find safe, permanent homes and gives them hope for a brighter future.
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Steps to Becoming a CASA Volunteer
1. Submit Your Application
Fill out our online application to get started.
2. Attend a CASA 101 Info Session (Optional)
Want to learn more before applying? Join a CASA 101 session with staff to ask questions and explore the role.
3. Interview & Background Check
Meet with CASA staff to discuss your interest and training preferences. We’ll also complete a background check and contact your references.
4. Complete Training
We offer multiple training formats, including:
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Self-Guided Online Training: Start anytime and complete at your own pace, with 5 in-person check-ins scheduled at your convenience.
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In-Person Training
We’ll help you choose the best option during your interview!
5. Court Observation & Swearing-In
Observe a court session to better understand the process, then be officially sworn in by a judge.
6. Be Matched with a Child
You’ll be paired with a child in Nelson, Washington, or Marion County who needs a dedicated advocate.
Ready to Sign Up?
Upcoming CASA 101 Info Sessions
Join us for a short CASA 101 session to learn how everyday people can make an extraordinary difference for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. We’ll walk through what a CASA volunteer does, how advocacy works and what support you receive along the way.
If you’ve ever wondered whether you could be a voice for a child, this is the place to start!
Click the desired date below to register!