CASA of New York State

CASA of New York State Supporting, uniting and growing the local CASA programs that provide court appointed volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children in New York State.

www.casanys.org CASA programs in New York serve more than 2,500 children and youth, over 80% of whom are in relative or non-relative foster care. Others remain at home with family with supervision. Advocate volunteers are paired with one child or sibling group, visiting regularly, working with other adults involved in the child's case and providing information to Family Court in order to help judg

es make informed decisions in the child's best interest. Studies have shown that the consistent presence of just one caring adult can the difference to a child or young person. Research has also demonstrated that children and youth with a CASA volunteer spend less time in foster care and receive more essential services than children and youth who do not have a CASA volunteer.

Join Genesee County CASA for Children for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of community to support childre...
08/13/2026

Join Genesee County CASA for Children for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of community to support children in foster care. Enjoy a delicious dinner, live music, and hear an inspiring guest speaker as we honor the difference caring hearts can make. Doors open at 5pm. Thank you for being part of a community working to .

Register here: https://bit.ly/3TAolx1Join us this Wednesday from 6-7pm and learn the ins and outs of what it takes to be...
08/10/2026

Register here: https://bit.ly/3TAolx1
Join us this Wednesday from 6-7pm and learn the ins and outs of what it takes to become a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Emanuel Sepulveda, Director of Training and Technology, will guide you through the process and answer your questions live. Join us and become part of a community working to .

This month we are thrilled to highlight August's Advocate in Action! Thank you, Jon Wright, for being part of a communi...
08/06/2026

This month we are thrilled to highlight August's Advocate in Action! Thank you, Jon Wright, for being part of a community working to !

"The best quietly do whatever needs to be done to help a child succeed." Jodi Johnson, CASA Director.

08/04/2026

🌿 August is National Wellness Month 🌿

For children in foster care, emotional wellness often begins with having one caring, consistent adult in their corner. provide that steady presence, advocating for a child's best interests, celebrating their successes, and reminding them they matter.

By supporting a child's well-being today, we're helping build a healthier, brighter tomorrow. Wellness grows through connection, compassion, and being part of a community working to .

Interested in making a lasting difference? Learn how you can become a CASA volunteer. Find your local program today.

🌟 Fun Fact Friday! 🌟Did you know spend time getting to know the child on a personal level? It's not just reading their...
07/31/2026

🌟 Fun Fact Friday! 🌟

Did you know spend time getting to know the child on a personal level? It's not just reading their case files. They learn about the child's hopes, strengths, and needs so they can advocate for decisions that truly reflect the child's best interests.

Every child deserves someone who listens. 💙

Save the Date!
07/30/2026

Save the Date!

✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨

The 16th Annual Strong Kids Safe Kids event is coming up!

🔹WHEN: Saturday, September 12th, 2026 from 12-3pm

🔹WHERE: Steuben County Fairgrounds

🔹COST: FREE!!

Join us for a fantastic family friendly event and meet local agencies, receive useful resources, enjoy great giveaways, the chance to earn prizes, bounces houses, lawn games, and MORE!

Please share!

Safety isn't just about having a place to live, it's also about having someone in your life you can trust during hard ti...
07/27/2026

Safety isn't just about having a place to live, it's also about having someone in your life you can trust during hard times.

For children in foster care, a can become that steady, caring presence. CASA volunteers take the time to listen without judgment, show up consistently, keep their promises, and make sure each child's needs are heard in court and beyond.

Become the safe, trusted adult a child deserves by being part of a community working to .

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 📆 We're just about a week away from the Jefferson County Kids Expo in Watertown supporting CASA of...
07/24/2026

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 📆 We're just about a week away from the Jefferson County Kids Expo in Watertown supporting CASA of the Great Lakes Seaway Region! Have fun while supporting children in the foster care system. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/4hAcaxQ Thank you for being part of a community working to .

Did you know?Children in foster care often experience multiple moves, changing schools, homes, and caregivers along the ...
07/22/2026

Did you know?

Children in foster care often experience multiple moves, changing schools, homes, and caregivers along the way.

A CASA volunteer is one of the few people who remains a consistent presence throughout the court process, showing up wherever they are, advocating solely for their best interests.

Consistency changes lives.

Learn more about becoming a CASA volunteer: www.casanys.org

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