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This year alone, more than half a million
abused and neglected children will be forced to navigate the uncertain waters of
the child welfare system. Through no fault of their own, they are unable to
live safely at home. One by one, 50,000 Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)
volunteers are standing up to ensure that these children have the best possible
chance at a future. It only takes one person to be the difference.
Imagine the satisfaction of
helping children in need. Imagine that you can do so by dedicating only three to
four hours each week. Imagine being the difference in an abused or neglected
child’s life. All of these things become a reality when you become a volunteer
Court Appointed Special Advocate. A CASA volunteer is an ordinary citizen
willing to become the voice for an abused or neglected child. With
specialized training, CASA volunteers go behind the doors of juvenile and family
courts to ease the pain and trauma of children in crisis and to investigate and
offer the judge invaluable case information; ensuring that the system is
accountable and upholding the child’s best interests.
CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties is a
501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We are not affiliated with the government and
rely on private funding sources to remain operational. Anyone can be a part of
CASA. Whether you donate your time, services or financial support, you can be a
powerful voice in the life of a child.
To learn more about CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties and to see our
story, Click
HERE.
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