CASA is not your typical volunteer role. That’s okay. We're not looking for typical volunteers.

Become a Volunteer Advocate for a Child

A volunteer advocate is a court-appointed, trained and committed adult who ensures that each child’s individual needs remain a priority in an overburdened child welfare system.

How Will You Help?

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Your donation gives a child who’s been abused or neglected the powerful voice of a CASA volunteer.

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Meet our “Not-So-Typical” Volunteers

“When working on a case, I focus more on a family’s strengths rather than their weaknesses, and then I move forward from there. We have to recognize the good in people and check our biases. I try my best to come from a place of compassion and empathy. I think if we all did that, we’d be a lot better off, especially during these times. We should try to be good and notice the good in others.” Meet Volunteer Advocate Gabrielle Ommen!

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Latest News

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CASA of Travis County 2019 Annual Report

Learn about everything you made possible for children in 2019 in our newly-released and fully-digital Annual Report. This year, in addition to our 2019 Annual Report, we’re sharing a 2020 “Right Now” Report to update you on the ways your support for CASA is helping children made more vulnerable than ever by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Response

CASA of Travis County’s COVID-19 Response and Protocols

The safety of the children we serve, our volunteers and our staff is of paramount importance. We’re adjusting practices and protocols to prioritize safety while still supporting our essential advocacy for children in need. We'll continue to evaluate as the situation evolves. Visit this link for updated information.

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Maintaining Safety and Connection: The Power of a Dedicated CASA Volunteer

"I want to share a story with you from one of my recent cases. Every day at work, I’m reminded what the power of a dedicated CASA volunteer and strong advocacy can do for some of our community’s most vulnerable children. In the case of these kids, there might not have been a happy ending without the work of a truly incredible advocate."