Causes: Child Abuse Prevention, Children & Youth, Children & Youth Services, Civil Rights, Crime & Law, Domestic Violence, Protection Against Abuse

Mission: Recruit, train and supervise volunteers to serve as advocates for children in the court system. The volunteers investigate and report their findings to the court in the best interest of the child.

Programs: Children in need of care program matches screened and trained volunteers (casa) as advocates for kids ages 0-18 in juvenile court. Casa investigates cases, submits court reports, monitors progress, ensures child/families receive services.

citizens review board program recruits, screens, trains and staffs boards which review cases for children in need, in lieu of a judge. Recommendations are sent to judge for review. Judges decisions become court ordered.