Riverside County CASA of the Month – March 2023
CASA Olivia was determined to help three brothers living separately in foster care maintain their sibling bond. Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – March 2023
CASA Laura was determined to make the holiday season a little brighter for "Brooklyn." Continue reading →
CASA Deema Al-Omar Wins Unity Award
As a long-time CASA volunteer with VFC, Deema Al-Omar has worked tirelessly on behalf of multiple children in foster care Continue …
Riverside County CASA of the Month – February 2023
CASA Shelly has advocated for five youth in foster care and made a profound difference in each of their lives. Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – February 2023
CASA Lisa helped her case youth find a placement where the teen could thrive. Continue reading →
CASA of the Month – January 2023
During her two and a half years as a volunteer, CASA Cassie has already helped six youth in Riverside County navigate the foster care …
Riverside County CASA of the Month – December 2022
In the last seven years, CASA Crystal has served eight youth in local foster care and shows no signs of slowing down. Continue reading …
San Diego County CASA of the Month – December 2022
CASA Sonya has been advocating for children in San Diego County foster care for 13 years! Continue reading →
Riverside County CASA of the Month – November 2022
For the last year, CASA Tami has been working with Lidia* and has advocated for the girl in so many ways. Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – November 2022
CASA Kim helped 12-year-old Jackson* learn to open up and begin to heal. Continue reading →
Riverside County CASA of the Month – October 2022
Trevor* had been let down by nearly every adult in his life – until he met his CASA, Melissa. Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – October 2022
CASA Ginger’s latest case shows just how effective and driven she is as a CASA. Continue reading →
Riverside County CASA of the Month – September 2022
Mariana R. became a CASA last year and has already made a tremendous impact on the lives of three children in foster care. Continue …
San Diego County CASA of the Month – September 2022
"Mason's" life began to change when he was matched with CASA Art. Continue reading →
Riverside County CASA of the Month – August 2022
Volunteer Stacy M. embodies what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – August 2022
For most people, it’s hard to imagine going through their school years without a parent. CASA volunteers can help fill that void, like …
Riverside County CASA of the Month – July 2022
Through individualized advocacy, CASA Robin has made a meaningful difference on each case she has been assigned. Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – July 2022
Strong cultural identity contributes to resilience, increased social well-being, and improved coping skills, among other benefits. CASA …
Riverside County CASA of the Month – June 2022
CASA Bob G. is a volunteer who literally goes the distance for children in foster care. Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – June 2022
CASA Lily was assigned to “Elle’s” case in September 2019 and has been a fierce advocate every day since. Continue reading →
Riverside County CASA of the Month – May 2022
CASA Pushpa met "Cassie" during a tumultuous time in the teen's life. Continue reading →
San Diego County CASA of the Month – May 2022
When Olivia and Owen's lives were uprooted, CASA Suzy was there to ensure the siblings stayed on track. Continue reading →
CASA of the Month – April 2022
Many Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers advocate for sibling sets, including CASA Christina. Continue reading →
CASA of the Month – March 2022
Nominees for CASA of the Month are typically submitted by Advocacy Supervisors, volunteer support staff members at VFC. This month, the …