Join us in making a difference in the lives of Nevada children. Start the process to become a CASA volunteer today.
Together, we can ensure every Humboldt County child in need has the chance to heal, thrive, and find their forever home.
Nevada CASAs Impact in 2023
Statewide Volunteers
Children Served
Donated Hours
Children in Care
Frequently Asked Questions
- Meet with the child on a consistent basis, a minimum of one time per month.
- Attend meetings with case professionals, parents and/or foster parents.
- Establish and maintain contact with schools, therapists, medical professionals, and other professionals involved in the child’s life.
- Monitor court-ordered services to ensure effectiveness, and advocate for additional services as needed.
- Document observations, facts, and circumstances of the child’s situation in a written court report including recommendations for placement, services, and permanency.
- Maintain complete records of contacts, hours, and mileage.
- Attend court hearings.
- Complete 33 hours of pre-service training and 3 hours of court observation.
- Complete 12 hours of continuing education training annually.
- Able to commit to a minimum of 2 years.
- Willing to donate 8 to 10 hours per month.
- Able to commit to training hours as noted above.
- Attend court hearings or arrange for supervisor attendance.
- Maintain objectivity and professionalism in dealing with the child and all other parties involved.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must pass a background check, have a valid driver’s license/identification, valid phone number, and have a permanent address.
Are you ready to make a difference?
Make a difference and positively impact children’s lives—start by completing the information below. A CASA team member will be in touch with you shortly on the next steps to becoming a volunteer. In advance, thank you for your interest.