Become A CASA Volunteer

You can help make a difference for Michigan Children

What is a CASA Volunteer?

A Court Appointed Special Advocate is a person who is a positive influence, a consistent caring adult, a witness of the facts, a specially trained and sworn in representative, a friend with a large heart, and most importantly a person who can change an abused or neglected child’s life. CASA volunteers can wear many hats to be the advocate of a child in the family court system. CASAs build a relationship with the child to understand and advocate for the best interest of the child, whether it is recommending services, expressing the child’s unique situation in court or explaining what is happening to the child. 

CASAs are appointed by a family court judge to be the voice of that child in court. CASAs are supported by a professional team and go through specialized training. If you have room in your heart to change the life of an abused or neglected child we would love to have you become part of Michigan CASA.

Five Steps to Becoming a
CASA Volunteer

Step 1

Look to See Which Local CASA Programs are in your Area

Check out our County Programs page, to choose the location most convenient to you. We are currently located in 29 different counties around Michigan.

 

Step 2

Contact your Local CASA Program.

Submit an application to your local CASA program. You will be personally contacted to set a convenient time to interview

 
 

Step 3

Complete a Background Check

CASA volunteers undergo a thorough background check to ensure that our children are in good hands. Candidates with certain criminal offenses are ineligible but this is clearly stated on the application form.

 

Step 4

Complete CASA Training

Volunteers must complete a training of 30 hours. This comprehensive, specialized training equips our volunteers with knowledge of child abuse, juvenile law, and court structure. CASA training prepares you to be a strong advocate for our children.

 
 

Step 5

Take your Oath Before a Judge.

Congratulations! You’ve become a sworn CASA volunteer. Now you are ready to be appointed to a child who desperately needs your help.

 
 

Ready to Become a CASA Volunteer?

Thank you for your interest in Michigan CASA! Complete the form below including your contact email, zip code, and county and we will get you in touch with you local CASA program.

“My CASA means the world the me”

“My CASA is always there for me”

“My CASA always shows up”