The mission of Advocates for Children CASA is to improve the lives of children and youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, or other life challenges, by connecting them with volunteer advocates and activating community partnerships. We recruit, train and support CASA volunteers who serve as dedicated advocates, guiding these children through the complexities of a turbulent system, and ensuring their best interests are always at the forefront. By connecting children and youth with caring adults, we strive to promote positive child development and help shape their lives. These volunteers establish meaningful connections with children, engaging in activities such as home visits, interactions with teachers and school counselors, taking them on community outings, and facilitating transportation to appointments and visits. CASA volunteers observe children in their environments and compile crucial information to offer informed recommendations and insights to judges and decision-making professionals. Their advocacy is instrumental in shaping the trajectory of a child's future, emphasizing the child's best interests.
Last fiscal year, 89% of Advocates for Children CASA's revenue was spent directly supporting our nearly 1,200 children, youth, and programs. Your kind donation today helps support this instrumental advocacy in shaping the trajectory of a child's future.
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Improving the lives of children and youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, or other life challenges, by connecting them with volunteer advocates and activating community partnerships.
Since 1985, Advocates for Children has been serving abused and neglected children. Today we serve the Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties of Colorado, an area covering a total of 6,100 square miles. Our CASA volunteers provide an indispensable service to child victims of abuse and neglect by serving as the eyes and ears of the court. By devoting their attentions to one case at a time, CASA volunteers spend on average ten hours a month or more with their CASA kids and often know more about the children's situation than any other party to the case. As one of the oldest and largest CASA agencies in the country, Advocates for Children has achieved an outstanding record of success on behalf of abused and neglected children, helping to ensure that as many children as possible find safe, permanent homes.
Organization name
Advocates for Children
other names
CASA, Arapahoe Advocates for Children
1985
Tax id (EIN)
74-2414133
Category
Human Services, Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy, Education, Housing & Shelter, Youth Development
Organization Size
Large Organization
Colorado State Tax Credits
Colorado Child Care Credit
Address
16965 Pine Lane #120Douglas County, CO, US
Arapahoe County, CO, US
Elbert County, CO, US
Lincoln County, CO, US
Denver, CO, US