Through their continual contact with a child, CASA volunteers are in a unique position to share in developing a child’s interest. For example, one CASA assisted her budding ballerina by applying for funding for ballet lessons, and then ballet shoes. Then, VOICES...
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In The Spotlight – Urgent Requests & Essential Needs
VOICES works to provide temporary relief through referrals to non-profit partners. Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation offers funding for supplemental clothing. Foster Alliance and Helen’s Hope Chest offer a shopping experience for the youth to select and...
Voices of Hope – Be A Family
This month, we are celebrating families of all kinds in honor of both Family Reunification Month and Pride Month. We know that the essence of a family is not defined by its structure, but by the boundless love, support, and resilience it provides. Whether reunited...
Community & Youth Connections, Family Involvement Center: Empowering Families, Protecting Children -Together
Family Involvement Center’s Vision: To foster healthy, resilient children and families who are valued and involved in shaping their own care, as well as programs and policies impacting children’s services. We are grateful to the Family Involvement Center for...
Champions For Positive Outcomes, The Arians Family Foundation
The Arians Family Foundation was created in 2013 at the same time Coach Bruce Arians came to the Arizona Cardinals. The Foundation’s motto ‘A Voice for Children’ calls out their focus and dedication to Court Appointed Special Advocates. AFF is committed to the...
My CASA Journey Lifetime Achievement Winner: Kathleen Kater (Video)
Congratulations to Kathleen Kater, the recipient of CASA of Maricopa County’s 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award! Kathleen has served as a CASA volunteer for over 19 years, and has advocated tirelessly for 11 children. She has...
Christine Arians – A Beautiful Partnership (Video)
Christine Arians and the Arians Family Foundation have had a memorable partnership with Voices For CASA Children for over 10 years now. Join us as we celebrate some of the great moments we shared during our time together.
In The Spotlight – Stars of Advocacy
On April 20th, Voices for CASA Children and CASA of Maricopa County proudly hosted the “Stars of Advocacy” CASA volunteer annual event. On this special morning, CASA volunteers came together to connect, share experiences, and further strengthen their advocacy. This...
Voices of Hope – Be A Star
Welcome back! This month, we are celebrating the shining stars in our midst - the incredible CASA volunteers! As we bask in the glow of our recent "Stars of Advocacy" annual event, we're reminded of the profound impact each and every one of you has on the lives of...
Strengthening Advocacy Through Education
Research shows that maintaining birth parent connections is beneficial in many ways for children living in foster care. Regardless of the case plan, understanding their origins and cultivating meaningful relationships with biological relatives can provide children...