What does it mean to Be a CASA Volunteer?

Becoming a CASA Volunteer is an investment of time, energy and heart.  But as many volunteers have said of the children they worked with: "It wasn't about what I gave them, it was what they showed me."

Rules and protocols vary from state to state.  The following generalizations apply throughout the CASA network. 

How much time does it take to be a CASA Volunteer?

All Volunteers must complete a 30-hour pre-service training. The time commitment to a case varies depending upon the stage of the case.  Volunteers sometimes say that there is a greater amount of work in the beginning of the case, when they are conducting their initial research.  On average, you can expect to spend approximately 8 hours a month on a case.

Do I need to make a long-term commitment to the program?

You are asked to dedicate yourself to a case until it is closed.  The average case lasts approximately 1-2 years.  Most CASA programs require that a volunteer commit to servce for at least one year.

Do I need to have any special skills or meet any requirements?

No special background or education is required to become a CASA Volunteer.

How do I become a CASA Volunteer?

To start the Volunteer process, simply click the link below to open our Volunteer Application.  Fill out the application and email it to casework@casaqackent.org or mail it to our office at 105 N. Liberty St., #5, Centreville, MD 21617.  If you have any questions regarding the application process, please feel free to call our office at 410-758-8610.  We look forward to hearing from you!