Change a
Child's Story

Our volunteers make a life-changing difference for children across Eastern Oregon who are in the foster care system

CASA of Eastern Oregon
Pre-Service Training Schedule 2024/25

Trainings are Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30-8:00pm (Pacific) for 4 weeks

Winter----------------February
Spring--------------------May
Summer------------------August
Fall-------------------October

The Difference

Court-appointed special advocate (CASA) and guardian ad litem (GAL) volunteers (what they’re called varies by location) make a life-changing difference for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.

Each volunteer is appointed by a judge to advocate for a child’s best interest in court. Our volunteers help judges develop a fuller picture of each child’s life. Their advocacy enables judges to make the most well-informed decision for each child.

The CASA Model

How are volunteers prepared?

CASA/GAL volunteers are regular people, from all walks of life, who have been rigorously screened and trained extensively by their local program.
Each volunteer receives more than 30 hours of training before they work with a child, with an additional 12 hours of continued education required annually.
Volunteers receive ongoing support to help them advocate effectively on a child’s behalf.
Each year, CASA/GAL programs train more than 24,000 new community advocates.

Become a CASA

Court Appointed Special Advocate® (CASA) and guardian ad litem (GAL) volunteers advocate on behalf of children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Their best-interest advocacy helps ensure that children are safe, have a permanent home and have the opportunity to thrive.

Change a Child's Story