Who We Are

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Kent County organizes and empowers community members to provide best-interest advocacy for children in Kent County’s child welfare system. Our unique program connects concerned citizens with the family court to make a lasting impact in the lives of children who have experienced abuse and neglect.

Why We Exist.

With roughly 600 children in the Kent County child welfare system at any given moment, resources and personnel are stretched to maximum capacity. Every day, judges must make life-changing decisions on behalf of these children, often with limited information. Children who have experienced abuse and neglect need someone to be their voice in court.

What We Do.

CASA of Kent County provides best-interest advocacy through highly trained volunteers who give vulnerable children a voice in the court system. Information gathered by a CASA volunteer helps a judge make an informed decision based on the child’s best interest with the goal of helping them reach a safe, permanent home as quickly as possible.

LATEST NEWS

CASA Special Tribute 30th Birthday

Civil Discourse In-Service

CASA of Kent County recently hosted special volunteer training with the Padnos/Sarosik Center for Civil Discourse.

CASA at the Michigan Capitol

Heart of CASA 2024: Wonder

CASA of Kent County held its annual Heart of CASA dinner on October 10, 2024.

Cars for CASA

2024 Highlights: A CASA Holiday Letter

As the year draws to a close, we reflect on the incredible journey we’ve embarked on in 2024. Let’s revisit the highlights of each month!

Join us for a volunteer interest mixer! - learn more about CASA!

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