CASA for Douglas County

Men of CASA meets tonight from 6–7:30 p.m. at CASA for Douglas County! If you've ever wondered how one person can make a lasting difference in a child's life, this is a great place to start. Join us for a casual evening of conversation, connection, and learning about the impact male-identifying Volunteer Advocates have on children navigating the foster care system. Whether you're exploring volunteer opportunities or already passionate about supporting youth, we'd love to meet you. Know someone who would be a great advocate? Bring them along! See you at CASA tonight (2412 St. Mary's Ave.)!

In observance of Memorial Day, the CASA for Douglas County office will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th. We will pause to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

The CASA for Douglas County leadership and staff will be working remotely on Friday, May 22nd. While our physical office will be closed, our staff is at the ready for assistance.

This week, CASA for Douglas County welcomed 2 new Volunteer Advocates during remote Swearing-In Ceremonies. The Honorable Amy N. Schuchman administered the oath as these dedicated individuals officially joined our mission to advocate for children in the child welfare system. We’re grateful for their commitment to being a steady, caring presence for children and youth in our community. Welcome to CASA!

A big thank you to the team from Children’s Nebraska for volunteering with Project Hope Pack! Their team spent time helping assemble essential items and comfort packs for children entering foster care, bringing care and compassion to youth during times of transition. We’re grateful for community partners like Children’s Nebraska who are helping make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

A huge thank you to Chris Breci and the team from InfiNet for joining us for a Project Hope Pack volunteer shift! Their team helped assemble Hope Packs filled with essential items and comforting supplies for children entering foster care. Community support like this helps ensure children feel cared for and supported during difficult transitions. We’re grateful for partners like InfiNet who are helping make a positive impact! Learn more about volunteering opportunities here: https://casaomaha.org/give/hope-pack.html

A huge thank you to the team from Omni Hotels for volunteering with Project Hope Pack! Their support helps provide comfort, care, and essential items to children entering foster care. We’re especially proud to recognize Liz Godinez, who not only volunteered with the Omni team, but also serves as a dedicated CASA Volunteer Advocate for children in our community. Interested in supporting Project Hope Pack? Learn more here: https://casaomaha.org/give/hope-pack.html

Meet Christine and Wade Behlen, our 2026 CASA Classic Chairs! We are so grateful for their leadership and support as they help guide this year’s CASA Classic golf tournament in support of children and families served by CASA for Douglas County. Their commitment to our mission will help make this event a meaningful and impactful evening for our community! Sign up for this year's Classic here: https://events.golfstatus.com/event/2026-casa-classic

On Thursday, May 7th, CASA for Douglas County proudly welcomed 4 new Volunteer Advocates at our Swearing-In Ceremony. We were honored to have Judge Amy N. Schuchman administer the oath and share powerful words about the importance of advocacy for children, “So many people in these children's lives are temporary, but they need someone consistent. As a judge, I rely on the voice of the CASA Volunteers to communicate so that the things that are important to the kids get heard.” Thank you to the families and supporters who joined us, to our CASA Board of Directors, leadership, and staff—including trainer Katelyn Wilee—and especially to our newly sworn-in Volunteer Advocates for stepping forward to serve children in our community!

We’re feeling the love for our graduating youth! A huge thank you to the Ticket to Dream Foundation for their generous donation to CASA teens for their annual Cards for Grads program. This incredible campaign brings together organizations, corporations, and community groups to celebrate youth who are in foster care and also graduating with handwritten notes of encouragement and gift cards. Thanks to a partnership with Famous Footwear, CASA for Douglas County will receive 15 congratulatory cards—each paired with a Starbucks gift card—giving our grads a chance to treat themselves and feel celebrated on their big day. We’re so grateful to be part of a community that shows up for youth in meaningful ways.