CASA of San Joaquin County

The goal of foster care is to safely reunify children with their families in an environment where they can feel supported, continue healing, and thrive 🌱

During National Reunification Month, we honor and celebrate the families, advocates, and communities dedicated to helping children and families reconnect, heal, and build lasting stability together.

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

As we reflect on their courage, we are reminded of the importance of compassion, service, and standing up for those who need it most. Today and always, we remember. ❤️🤍💙

Happy Birthday, Serena! 🎉Thank you for seven incredible years of service as a CASA volunteer. Your dedication to the youth you serve is truly inspiring, and your impact across four cases speaks volumes about your commitment and heart.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday and many more years of making a difference! 💛

Happy Birthday, April! 🎉

Thank you for your continued leadership, generosity, and unwavering support of children and families in our community. As a dedicated supporter of CASA and Board President of the Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Joaquin County, your compassion and support continue to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth in foster care.

We are so grateful for all that you do and the heart you have for serving others. Wishing you a birthday filled with joy, love, and many blessings! 💜

Thank you for hosting the 7th Annual Foster Youth Education Summit 💙 CASA was honored to host a panel featuring current and former foster youth who shared how having a CASA impacted their lives, alongside CASA volunteers who spoke about what inspires them to serve.

We also had the opportunity to hear from Derek Clark, also known as the Rapping Dad, who shared his inspiring story of overcoming adversity after growing up in foster care and encouraged youth to keep believing in their future 🙌

CASA Volunteer John shares the impact volunteering has had on his life, his family, and the children he supports:

“Co-CASA'ing with my wife has enriched not only the lives of youth in foster care, but also my own life and marriage, giving my spouse and I many opportunities to communicate and grow together. CASA has connected us to a meaningful community - these children and all of the amazing people in their support system, from CASA staff and social workers to attorneys and judges. It’s truly a wonderful way to spend a day each week.”

California Volunteers is calling on 10,000 men across California to step up, show up, and serve. Through mentorship, service, and connection, volunteers like John are making our communities stronger. CASA encourages you to join the movement. 💛

Become a CASA today: https://nochildabuse.org/casa/

Happy Birthday, Charmaine! 🤩

Thank you for an incredible year of dedication as a CASA volunteer. Your commitment truly shines through—from fun food outings to festivals, musical plays, and so many memorable experiences you’ve shared with your youth.

Because of you, your youth has had opportunities to explore, connect, and create lasting memories.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday! 💛

At the California State Capitol in Sacramento, the California Legislature is proudly proclaiming May 7th as CASA Appreciation Day through Senate Concurrent Resolution 162, introduced by Tom Umberg. This special recognition celebrates the extraordinary impact of Court Appointed Special Advocates across our state and honors the dedicated volunteers who stand beside youth in foster care, ensuring their voices are heard and their futures are supported.

Last year alone, more than 7,500 CASA volunteers served over 10,800 children across California, contributing nearly 390,000 hours of advocacy in communities statewide.

Celebrating our incredible CASA volunteers and all that they do! 💛

We recently gathered at Papapavlos to recognize the dedication and impact of volunteers who go above and beyond for the youth we serve. A special congratulations to our outstanding CASAs, Laurel Coates and Kathleen Dixon, who have volunteered for 13 years and reached an incredible milestone of 1,000 hours of service.

Your commitment, compassion, and consistency truly change lives. We are so grateful for each of you and the difference you make every day!