BECOME A VOLUTEER ADVOCATE

what is a casa volunteer advocate?

A CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer is a trained community member appointed by a judge to advocate for children in foster care. They gather information, provide independent recommendations to the court, and work to ensure each child’s needs are met and they find a safe, permanent home. CASA volunteers are everyday people making an extraordinary difference.

a cHILD NEEDS YOU.

Children without a CASA

Current CASA’s

qualifications of a casa advocate:

Be 21 years of age or older.
Successfully pass screening and background check requirements.
Complete initial training provided by CASA for Kids of East Texas.
Be willing to commit to the duration of your case.
Keep information confidential and work within established program guidelines.

the casa volunteer journey

What does the process look like to becoming a CASA volunteer advocate? See below for the steps:

Come in for an interview and conversation with our team.
Attend 4 training classes over the span of 2 weeks.
Meet your case supervisor.
Review a case that needs a CASA.
Once you decide the case is for you, you will begin your advocacy journey!

Hear from a volunteer during her casa journey:

ready to learn more?

Volunteer interest form