Riverside County CASA of the Month – December 2023
Cathy has been a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) since 2016 and has served as a dedicated CASA for seven youth. She has made it …
Help Create a Happier Holiday Season for Children in Foster Care
[Riverside / San Diego], Calif. – For many of us, the holiday season is full of excitement, celebration, family, warmth, and community. …
San Diego County CASA of the Month – December 2023
CASA Brian was assigned to Kevin* earlier this year. Kevin is an 11-year-old boy who has been learning how to navigate life after being …
Riverside County – CASA of the Month – November 2023
A Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer can change a teen’s life as they navigate the foster care system. While …
Speak Up for Neurodivergent Children in Foster Care as a Court Appointed Special Advocate Volunteer
Some struggle to advocate for themselves [Riverside / San Diego], Calif. – Although people think, learn, and behave in different ways, …
CASA Volunteers Connect Military Service to Voices for Children’s Mission
(Riverside / San Diego), Calif. – For Veterans Day, Voices for Children, an organization that recruits and trains caring volunteers, …
Riverside County – CASA of the Month – October 2023
Whether loving, supportive, or competitive, there’s nothing quite like sibling relationships. From childhood homes to family traditions, …
San Diego County CASA of the Month – October 2023
In 2022, CASA Will was assigned to his first case child, Austin, who came into care after fleeing his home and walking several miles to …
San Diego County CASA of the Month – September 2023
San Diego County CASA of the Month – September 2023 Domestic violence played a significant role in 11-year-old Aiden’s* childhood. He …
It’s Back-to-School Season:
Make an impact for local children living in foster care The back-to-school season can be an exciting time for children as they prepare …
Riverside County – CASA of the Month – August 2023
Often, children in foster care do not have a reliable male role model in their lives. Children with a consistent, positive adult …
San Diego County CASA of the Month – August 2023
For many children in foster care, their Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer is the one consistent person in their life. …
Spectrum Joins Mayor Kathleen Kelly To Award $1,000 to Voices for Children
Grateful is an understatement! Besides all the amazing work our CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteers do daily, we are …
San Diego County CASA of the Month – June 2023
In 2017, Voices for Children launched its Juvenile Justice program, serving youth who have committed minor, nonviolent offenses and …
CASA of the Month – December 2021
This month, we’re excited to recognize two exemplary Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers. Read on to learn how each made …
CASA of the Month – October 2021
Since joining our CASA program four and a half years ago, Dave B. has been an exemplary volunteer. He never misses a meeting or hearing, …
CASA of the Month – September 2021
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers take on many roles: Cheerleader. Defender. Mentor. Friend. The list goes on. CASA …
CASA of the Month – August 2021
Voices for Children's very first CASA of the Month is Melanie F., a retired nurse who joined our Riverside County program in 2017! Learn …
Volunteer Week 2021: How Our Staff Is Paying It Forward
Voices for Children couldn’t advocate for thousands of children in foster care across San Diego and Riverside Counties without our …
Inspiring CASAs: CASA and Social Worker Collaboration
Once a child enters the juvenile dependency system, a variety of professionals are tasked with ensuring that that youth is safe, is …
Inspiring CASAs: Valentine’s Day Edition
Read about couples who care! This Valentine’s Day, we spotlight four local couples who have dedicated their time to serving as Court …
Local Mentoring Programs, and Why We’re Not One of Them
Mentors are a valuable resource to the youth they serve, providing guidance, advice, support, and a positive influence. In celebration …
Inspiring CASAs: Volunteer Offers Safe Space for At-Risk Youth
Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers have the unique opportunity to support at-risk youth in the courtroom and beyond. …
Inspiring CASAs: Volunteer Provides Consistency to Older Youth
November is National Adoption Month in the United States, and this year, the Children’s Bureau has elected to bring awareness to older …