

CASA of Hood/Somervell Counties
local hearts making a lifelong impact
showing up - listening - advocating
Her hope starts with you
OUR MISSION
Our mission at is to provide specially selected and trained community volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children and youth in the pursuit of safe, stable, and permanent homes.
What do CASA Volunteers do?
CASA volunteers are everyday people who choose to show up for children when it matters most. From all walks of life, they step into a child’s world and become a steady, caring presence during one of the most uncertain times of that child’s life.
A CASA volunteer takes the time to truly know a child — listening, observing, and gathering insight from the people who touch that child’s life, including family members, foster caregivers, teachers, and caseworkers. Armed with a full picture, CASA volunteers share clear, thoughtful information with the court, helping judges make decisions that protect the child’s safety, well-being, and future.
As a CASA volunteer, you become a trusted advocate focused on what is best for the child, supporting their path toward stability and permanency, with reunification as the goal whenever it is safe and possible.
No special background is required — only compassion, reliability, and a willingness to care. We provide thorough training and ongoing support every step of the way. When you become a CASA volunteer, you don’t just help a child in foster care — you become part of a powerful community effort that changes lives, one child at a time.
Watch this short video for more information about what a CASA does.

In FY 24/25, our CASA volunteers served 108 children
Become a CASA Volunteer
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What are the requirements to become a CASA Volunteer?

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Commitment to serve as a child’s advocate for a minimum of one year, providing continuity and reliable support
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Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including sharing relevant information with the court
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Willingness to complete required pre-service training, with ongoing guidance and support provided by the program staff
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Ability to successfully pass criminal history and CPS background checks, in accordance with program requirements
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Minimum age of 21 years, with the maturity and life experience necessary for effective advocacy
