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One volunteer stuck by a child's side from birth to adoption; a process that lasted five years.

CASA of Jefferson County's Volunteer of the Year: Paul Lynch

CASA of East Central Illinois' Volunteer of the Year: Bruce Astin

A CASA Volunteer tells her story of being told these words: "Today, you saved a child's life."

DeKalb County CASA's Volunteer of the Year: Katie Hallowell

CASA for Kids' Volunteer of the Year: Leslie Cox

Boone County CASA's Volunteer of the Year: Lynn Franceschetti

The 2026 Board Member of the Year is James Kemper from CASA of the Tenth Judicial Circuit

A mother overcomes obstacles related to domestic violence to achieve reunification with her children.

We are excited to celebrate the 2026 Staff Partner of the Year... Melanie Buhle!

Join us in celebrating Judge John McAdams of the 23rd Judicial Circuit!

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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