Why Volunteer?
No one dreams of a secure & loving family more than a child in foster care.
As a court-appointed special advocate (CASA) volunteer, you are entrusted by the courts to help make this dream a reality. Beyond creating positive change in the lives of these vulnerable children, your impact will extend to their families for generations. Additionally, you will enhance your own life. Find out what it takes to be a CASA volunteer.
Requirements for Becoming a CASA Volunteer
An applicant must:
Be at least 21 years of age.
Submit a CASA volunteer application.
Complete a personal interview.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation, a Social Security Number verification, and a multi-state sex and violent offender search.
Complete a 30-hour initial new volunteer training provided by the Central SD CASA program.
Attend the initial swearing-in ceremony.
Complete 12-hours of continuing education annually.
Commit to meeting with assigned children at least once a month.
Commit to attending scheduled court hearings.
Advocate for the children on an assigned case throughout the duration of the case.
The Sixth Circuit CASA Program Includes the Following Counties:
Bennett, Gregory, Haakon, Hughes, Hyde, Jackson, Jones, Lyman, Mellette, Potter, Stanley, Sully, Todd, and Trip
