Champion A Child In Foster Care
CASA volunteers advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children
How to become a Court Appointed Special Advocate
The first step to becoming a CASA volunteer is to attend a volunteer Information Session. During the Information Session, participants will learn about the CASA Volunteer Program, the foster care system, CASA training, and how CASA volunteers make a difference. This is a required first step.
Spring Training Starts Soon! Here’s what you need to know:
Each Training Class is ten sessions. You must attend all ten sessions to graduate. All classes are from 5:30-8:30pm.
Spring 1 starts April 13 in Linden.
Spring 2 starts May 12 in Wayne.
To be admitted into CASA Training you must first attend an Information Session, then submit your online application, then attend a prospective volunteer interview. These steps take time. We advise attending an Information Session by end of March to be eligible for Spring 1 training, and by end of April to be eligible for Spring 2 training.
Theodore’s Story
When Theodore was placed in foster care, he was assigned a Court Appointed Special Advocate, Karen, who helped him find a loving and permanent home. See the difference that a CASA volunteer can make.
Tricky Tray Early Bird Tickets are NOW ON SALE!
June 1, 2026 | Westmount Country Club | Doors open 5pm | Calling starts 7:30pm
Urgently Needed!
We urgently need more Teen Boys Spring/Summer Clothes. If you can donate Tshirts, Shorts, Hoodies, Joggers, Zippies or Jackets, we would greatly appreciate it! Deliveries can be made at Child Focus, 415 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite D2, Wayne, or call us on (973) 832-4002 to arrange Wayne or Elizabeth drop-offs. Thank you!
Impact Report 2024-2025
During our financial year July 2024-June 2025, CASA volunteers made a huge impact on the lives of children in foster care.