How We Make a Difference

CASA El Dorado is committed to providing critical support, empowerment, and a voice for abused, neglected, and at-risk youth in our community. Your support of the Summer Soirée demonstrates your belief that every child deserves the opportunity to build a bright tomorrow, free from cycles of trauma and uncertainty; and directly helps CASA recruit more trained volunteers who make a difference in the lives of vulnerable child every day.

Our Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) work one-on-one with children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse or neglect, as well as youth and families involved in the child welfare system. CASAs build strong, trusting relationships with their CASA children, spending time with them, gathering vital information about their needs, and providing informed recommendations directly to the court. Their advocacy helps judges make decisions that can positively alter the trajectory of a child’s life.

Research shows that when a CASA advocate is involved:

• Children have increased access to critical services
• Children spend less time in foster care
• Youth are less likely to reenter the child welfare system

Your generosity ensures that more children in our community receive the advocacy, stability, and opportunity they deserve. Thank you for standing with us as we work together to create brighter tomorrows!