Jackson County MO CASA

Jackson County MO CASA Jackson County CASA trains Volunteers to advocate for children in foster care due to abuse or neglect. Our mission is to be a child’s voice in court.
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By 2025, we will serve 100% of the children in foster care in Jackson County. We recruit, train and support lay volunteers who act as advocates on behalf of the best interest of children in Jackson County, Missouri who have experienced abuse and neglect.

Shamarr fills his free time with painting and competitive sports like football and basketball. He also makes space for a...
05/28/2026

Shamarr fills his free time with painting and competitive sports like football and basketball. He also makes space for advocacy, working with teens in the foster care system who need a supportive adult by their side.

His story: “As a former foster child, I understand the impact of having a positive role model in your corner. I want to be that person for a teen going through a similar experience. Because of my own background, I prefer to work with teens, and have done so for the last six years. The commitment doesn’t take a ton of my time, just regular communication with my teen and their case team. I’ll help with homework, talk about their friends, catch a game of basketball, or text with them about their week. Being an active presence in their life is what matters.”

You don’t need special skills to be there for a child in your community. If you care, you’re qualified.

➡️ Get started as Court Appointed Special Advocate: casakc.org/volunteer/become-a-casa.html

We’re looking to hire an additional Guardian ad Litem to join our mission of advocating for children who have experience...
05/21/2026

We’re looking to hire an additional Guardian ad Litem to join our mission of advocating for children who have experienced abuse and neglect in Jackson County.

In this role, you'll lead a multidisciplinary team—working alongside trained Volunteer Advocates and child welfare experts—to ensure every child has a voice and an advocate in court.

This role calls for someone who believes in family preservation, fights for just outcomes, and brings both legal expertise and genuine compassion to their work.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply via the link below and include a cover letter sharing your motivation and values.

casakc.bamboohr.com/careers/31?source=aWQ9Mjk%3D

Thank you, Culver’s! 💙To every Culver's guest who participated in Culver’s Make a Meal Matter event, you made a differen...
05/20/2026

Thank you, Culver’s! 💙

To every Culver's guest who participated in Culver’s Make a Meal Matter event, you made a difference for children in Jackson County.

A huge thank you to our friends at Culver's for selecting Jackson County CASA for this special give-back opportunity. And to every volunteer, staff member, and board member who served with heart, a special thanks to you!

(And thank you to the official Curd Nerd mascot, Curdis, for hanging out with us. 😎)

P.S., it’s not too late to support. Make an online donation: onecau.se/_fuvph1

Join us for a community cookout! 🌭Invite your friends and family. Because representation matters deeply to the youth we ...
05/20/2026

Join us for a community cookout! 🌭

Invite your friends and family. Because representation matters deeply to the youth we serve, bring the males in your life so they can ask their questions about becoming a volunteer advocate.

About 50% of kids and youth in Jackson County foster care are male, yet less than 18% of our Court Appointed Special Advocates are. When a kid sees someone who looks like them, who has navigated the same pressures, it changes things.

We’ll see you at the Jackson County CASA House (2544 Holmes Street, KCMO) on Saturday, May 30th. Expect complimentary food, beverages, and yard games. We’ll be hanging out from 12 - 3pm, rain or shine.

Howdy Partners! 🤠Join for an afternoon filled with western-themed adventure at Faulkner's Ranch Event Venue! From the zi...
05/19/2026

Howdy Partners! 🤠

Join for an afternoon filled with western-themed adventure at Faulkner's Ranch Event Venue! From the zipline and mega slide to the petting farm and mechanical bull (and so much more), you won’t want to miss out!

Here are a few ways you can get involved:
(See event page here: casakc.org/news-events/carnival-for-casa.html)

- Purchase a ticket (early bird special ends on May 31st)
- Sponsor a child to attend the carnival
- Purchase an item off our Amazon wishlist to help make this day special for our youth!

We hope to see you on Sunday, June 28th from 12-3pm!

Meet Kara Strickler, Advocate Supervisor at Jackson County CASA! For 5 years, Kara has made a deep impact in the lives o...
05/18/2026

Meet Kara Strickler, Advocate Supervisor at Jackson County CASA! For 5 years, Kara has made a deep impact in the lives of youth in the foster care system.

Kara's days are anything but routine: communicating with volunteers, visiting youth, attending court hearings, and tracking down resources for families. Most of her cases are in Family Treatment Court, where she helps volunteers and families navigate a complex system. What keeps her going is watching her volunteers build meaningful, lasting relationships with the kids they advocate for.

When she's not an advocate, Kara is reading, going to concerts, browsing farmer's markets, or rewatching her comfort shows (Modern Family and The Good Place). And, she minored in music in college and hopes to get back to singing in a choir once she finishes her Master of Public Administration.

We're so lucky to have you, Kara! 🌟

Chanel–who started as a Court Appointed Special Advocate a year ago–shares her experience: “I was drawn to volunteer wit...
05/14/2026

Chanel–who started as a Court Appointed Special Advocate a year ago–shares her experience: “I was drawn to volunteer with CASA because I couldn’t ignore how much it matters for a child to have one steady adult truly in their corner. As a CASA, I get to show up consistently, listen, and help make sure a child’s needs and wishes are heard in court and in the systems around them.

This work has changed me too; it’s made me more patient, more hopeful, and more aware of how powerful a single voice can be.

Your voice changes their story, and I’m grateful that mine is part of it.”

CASA Volunteer Advocates are members of our community from varying backgrounds. You don’t need any special experience to make an impact.

➡️ Start your own experience as a CASA: casakc.org/volunteer/become-a-casa.html

Make Your Meal Matter! 🍔Starting Monday, May 11, participating Culver's locations are raising funds for Jackson County C...
05/09/2026

Make Your Meal Matter! 🍔

Starting Monday, May 11, participating Culver's locations are raising funds for Jackson County CASA, helping us advocate for local children in the foster care system due to abuse or neglect.

Here's how you can help all week long (May 11–16):
- Round up your meal ticket
- Donate $5 at the register
- Donate online: onecau.se/_fuvph1

And on Saturday, May 16, an additional promo will run where 10% of all sales come directly back to CASA.

Bring the whole family and 💙

Who’s ready to kick off the summer with a BBQ? 🌭On Saturday, May 30th, we’re hosting a free community cookout. Enjoy com...
05/07/2026

Who’s ready to kick off the summer with a BBQ? 🌭

On Saturday, May 30th, we’re hosting a free community cookout. Enjoy complementary food, beverages, and yard games.

Most importantly, this is a great opportunity to hear from the CASA staff. Ask your questions about the role of a Volunteer Advocate and learn how representation matters to the youth we support.

Bring your friends and family. We encourage you to invite the males in your life who are curious about this process.

The event will run from 12:00 to 3:00PM. (Rain or shine)

We’ll see you at the Jackson County CASA House! (2544 Holmes Street, KCMO)

05/06/2026

A sincere thank you to Patty Woods–recipient of our Teresa Rabideau Award of Volunteer Excellence at the 2026 Light of Hope Breakfast–for her extraordinary impact on the lives of youth in Jackson County.

Here are a few kind words from Patty herself:

“CASAs play a special role in supporting children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Volunteering as a CASA is a rewarding experience. You CAN be the voice for a child in need.”

Whether you were able to join us at this year's breakfast or not, we hope you'll take a moment to watch these videos celebrating this year's honorees and award recipient:

2026 Light of Hope Honorees: Don & Patty Kincaid
https://youtu.be/HS2GOHfHxWs?si=jnId_-DjoWTEQJ0D

Patty Woods 2026 Teresa Rabideau Award of Volunteer Excellence
https://youtu.be/aq1EDcNS4d0?si=wRF9LHqNwnejFK5H

Address

2544 Holmes Street
Kansas City, MO
64108

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.CASAKC.org/

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