Become a CASA

Show up for a child in foster care

Court Appointed Special Advocates, or CASA volunteers, are trained community members who stand alongside a child in foster care and champion that child’s needs in every room where decisions are made.

A CASA volunteer gets to know the child, builds trust over time, and advocates for them in court, at school, and throughout the community. That steady relationship helps children grow in confidence and resilience.

CASA of Placer, Yuba & Sutter recruits, trains, and supports volunteers across all three counties. Our advocates come from every background and profession, and each gives about 8 to 10 hours a month to one child, focusing fully on that child’s needs.

Placements change. Schools shift. Caseworkers turn over. Through all of it, the advocate stays the same. Could that be you?

Get Started

STEPS TO BECOME A CASA

Step 1: Attend an Info Session

Step 2: Submit an application

Step 3: Participate in an interview

Step 4: Complete Training and background checks

Step 5: Get Sworn In

Step 6: Be matched with a CASA child

To Become a CASA Means You Are:

    • Willing to commit to at least two years of your time for up to 8-10 hours per month
    • Able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
    • Willing to participate in 32 hours of in-depth initial training and 12 hours of annual continuing education
    • Hold a California driver’s license and have a 3-year safe driving history
    • Able to pass criminal and CPS history background checks
    • Over the age of 21
Training Schedule