Vince Hall

CEO, California CASA Association

California CASA Prepares for Day at the Capitol

Each year, California CASA organizes an annual CASA Day at the Capitol as part of our ongoing commitment to legislative advocacy on behalf of children and families involved in the child welfare system. This event reflects our belief that sustainable policy solutions and reliable public funding are essential to supporting children and youth today and for generations to come.



On February 11, 2026, California CASA staff and local CASA program leaders from across the state will gather in Sacramento to meet with state legislators and key policymakers. Together, we will advocate for legislation that strengthens support for children in foster care, expands resources for families, and improves the systems that serve them. We will also advance our call for the establishment of a permanent, dedicated state funding stream to ensure the long-term strength and stability of the CASA network.

CASA Sacramento: In The News

In a recent segment from CBS News Sacramento, Josh Ford, head water polo coach at Jesuit High School, shares his personal experience growing up in foster care and the lasting impact a CASA mentor had on his life. Josh reflects on how having one consistent, caring adult by his side helped him feel seen, supported, and hopeful during a critical time. His story is a moving reminder of how CASA volunteers provide stability and advocacy for children and youth in foster care, helping them build brighter, more secure futures. Watch the full story below.

San Francisco CASA & The Foster Youth Tax Project

Now in its third year as a standalone IRS-certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site, San Francisco CASA’s Foster Youth Tax Project has become a vital resource for young people navigating life after foster care. Beyond tax preparation, FYTP offers hands-on financial education, helping young people build essential skills like managing a bank account, understanding employment documents, and protecting their identity. This work is made possible by trained volunteers and strong partnerships that extend the program’s trusted, personalized support to young people across California.

Ron Salary, Voices for Children Riverside County

Thank you, Albert & Mackenzie!

We are deeply grateful to Albert & Mackenzie for hosting their first-ever Albert & Mackenzie Charity Golf Invitational on November 7, supporting California CASA and other nonprofits serving children in foster care.

Thanks to their leadership and generosity, the tournament raised critical funds that will ensure more young people have access to stable, caring adults during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Albert and Mackenzie also led an employee giving campaign, further extending the impact of their efforts. By engaging their employees and our larger community in this cause, they are creating a culture of giving that will continue to make a difference well beyond a single day on the course.

We are incredibly thankful for Albert & Mackenzie’s partnership, creativity, and dedication. Their support strengthens our work and brings us closer to a future in which every child in foster care and juvenile justice has the consistent support of a caring advocate.

Thank You, Andrea and Douglas Foster!

We are grateful to recognize Andrea and Douglas Foster, whose monthly support of California CASA is helping children in foster care across the state get the support they need.

Their ongoing commitment provides stability for our 44 local CASA programs across California, allowing volunteers to show up month after month for young people navigating uncertainty. By giving monthly, they help create lasting change and brighter futures for children who need it most.

We are deeply thankful for their compassion and dedication. Their generosity is a powerful reminder that steady support can make a life-changing difference. Reflecting on their commitment, Douglas shared:

“We support CASA monthly because every child in the foster system deserves a consistent advocate. CASA’s work makes a real difference in giving kids stability and a voice during difficult transitions. Contributing each month is a simple way for us to help strengthen that support.”

The Power of Showing Up Every Month

For young people in foster care, consistency can be rare. Court dates change, placements shift, and trusted adults can come and go. What makes a lasting difference is the presence of someone who shows up, again and again, no matter what.

That is the heart of the CASA model. CASA volunteers are trained advocates appointed by judges to walk alongside children and youth in foster care, ensuring their voices are heard and their best interests remain at the center of every decision. They provide stability, advocacy, and hope during some of the most uncertain moments of a young person’s life.

At California CASA, our role is to strengthen and support the 44 local CASA programs across the state so they can recruit, train, and sustain these dedicated volunteers. This work requires long-term commitment, and that’s where monthly giving plays a powerful role.

Monthly donors, known as members of our Sustaining Circle, help create a steady foundation that our programs can rely on. Their ongoing support allows us to plan ahead, respond to emerging needs, and invest in the systems that ensure CASA volunteers are well-prepared and well-supported. Rather than reacting to crises, we can focus on building lasting solutions that serve children and youth today and into the future.

Because of monthly giving:

• Local CASA programs can expand volunteer recruitment and training
• Advocates receive ongoing education and resources
• Policy and legislative advocacy efforts are strengthened statewide
• More children and youth are matched with consistent, caring adults

Perhaps most importantly, monthly giving mirrors the very thing CASA volunteers offer: reliability. A monthly commitment—whether it’s $15, $25, or more—adds up to meaningful, life-changing impact over time. It is a simple way to ensure that advocacy doesn’t waver and that children and youth are never navigating the system alone.

Joining the Sustaining Circle is more than a donation choice. It is a commitment to showing up, month after month, for children who deserve someone in their corner.

Become a Volunteer

Children in foster care need a trusted advocate to stand by their side. Become a CASA volunteer and change a child’s story by providing the support and stability they deserve.

More than 67,000 children in foster care across California are waiting for someone to show up. Find out how you can get started today.

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