Become a CASA Volunteer!
Learn more about how to advocate for children who enter the court system due to abuse or neglect. As an advocate, you can make a significant difference in a child’s life by ensuring they have the support and resources they need. Discover how you can help protect their rights and help guide them through the legal process to ensure their safety and well-being.
Children and families in the child protection system need people like you.
Click HERE to learn about Bill’s inspiring journey of becoming a dedicated volunteer with CASA and the impactful work he’s done to support children in need. Discover the challenges he overcame, the lessons he learned, and the difference he has made in the lives of children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
Volunteer Your Time to Change a Child’s Life
Nobody longs for a safe and loving family more than a child in foster care. As a CASA volunteer, you are empowered by the courts to help make this dream a reality. You will be the one consistent adult in these children’s lives, vigilantly fighting for and protecting their fundamental right to be treated with the dignity and respect every child deserves. You will not only bring positive change to the lives of these vulnerable children, but also their children and generations to come. And in doing so, you will enrich your life as well.
Qualifications:
1.) Must be 21 years or older
2.) Must pass all screening procedures including: Informational Session, online application with 3-4 personal/professional references, personal interview, and a review of the applicant’s criminal, traffic, and child protection records.
3.) Must have sufficient time available to complete the initial training and then commit to competition of the assigned case. (Cases average 18 months in length and advocates spend about 10-12 hours per month fulfilling their duties.)
Training:
CASAFC advocate volunteers will complete pre-service training which consists of the following: in-person and independent guided learning for a minimum of 30 hours; remote observation of court proceedings; and, be sworn in by a judge. Additionally, 12 hours of in-service training are required annually. The in-service training requirement is prorated the first year, based on the month the advocate is sworn-in.
Supervision:
CASAFC volunteers will be supervised and supported by a staff member. While active on a case, volunteers and supervisors will connect at least monthly. Small group discussions will also be offered allowing advocates to share and learn from each other.
Get In Touch
1500 N Casaloma Dr. Suite 200
Appleton, WI 54913
(920) 257-4733