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We're looking for people like you to become trained volunteers who advocate for the 16,000+ children navigating the Illinois Child Welfare System. 

Click here to learn more about becoming a volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate for children in your community!

Court Appointed Special Advocates® (CASA) are community volunteers who stand up and speak out to help children who have experienced abuse and neglect. These volunteers are well-trained, appointed by judges, and supported by local CASA program staff to advocate for children in the courtroom and beyond. 

Get connected with your local CASA program here to find out how you can Change A Child's Story.™

Our impact this year has changed our community!

  • Children Served in FY25

    9,907

  • Volunteer Hours in FY25

    128,849

  • Volunteer Advocates in FY25

    3,057

  • Number of New Children Served in FY25

    2,893

Thank you to our generous sponsors:

  • DCFS
    DCFS
  • The Office of Illinois Courts
    The Office of Illinois Courts
  • Illinois Attorney General
    Illinois Attorney General
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