Become a CASA Volunteer
Every child deserves someone in their corner.
CASA volunteers are everyday community members who are trained and supported to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. When a child is involved in the court system, a CASA volunteer helps make sure the child’s voice, needs, safety, and well-being are heard.
What Does a CASA Volunteer Do?
CASA volunteers are trained and supported to advocate for a child’s best interests throughout the life of a case.
A CASA volunteer may:
- Get to know the child and their unique needs
- Communicate with caregivers, teachers, caseworkers, attorneys, and other important people in the child’s life
- Gather information to help the court make informed decisions
- Advocate for the child’s safety, permanency, and well-being
- Remain a steady, consistent presence while the case is open
CASA volunteers do not have to be attorneys, social workers, or experts in the child welfare system. CASA provides the training, tools, and ongoing support needed to serve with confidence.
Who Can Become a CASA Volunteer?
CASA volunteers come from all walks of life. To become a volunteer advocate, you must be:
- At least 21 years old
- Able to pass criminal and CPS history background checks
- Willing to complete CASA advocate training
- Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Willing to commit to a child’s case for at least one year, or until the case closes
If you care about children and want to make a meaningful difference in your community, we would love to visit with you.
Advocate Training
CASA advocate training is a 6-week commitment that includes a combination of in-person classes and online training completed between class sessions.
In-person classes are typically held on Mondays or Wednesdays.
Our current training class is already in session, and our next class is expected to begin in mid-June. New advocate training classes typically begin every other month, so even if the upcoming class does not work with your schedule, we would still love to connect with you about a future training opportunity.
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Ready to Get Started?
The first step is to complete the online volunteer application. Once your application is received, a CASA staff member will contact you with next steps and information about upcoming training opportunities.
Apply to Become a CASA Volunteer
Questions? Contact CASA for the Highland Lakes Area at 325-388-3440.