Our Mission: CASA of Travis County exists to promote and protect the best interest of

children who have been abused or neglected, by training volunteers to advocate for them in
courts, in schools and in our community to help them find safe, permanent and loving homes.

C A S A O F T R A V I S C O U N T Y, I N C .

THE POWER OF CASA VOLUNTEERS

Program Staff (20) Volunteers Supervised (497) Children Served (1291)

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= 10 people

CASA of Travis County is appointed by judges to make recommendations to the

court in the best interest of children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse
or neglect. We accomplish this with the help of community volunteers who have been sworn-in
by a judge. Our CASA volunteers are trained and committed adults who stand by the children’s
side, watch over their case and ensure that they remain a priority in an overburdened legal
and social service system. CASA volunteers are often the only constant and caring presence

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involved from beginning to end during a child’s case.

A CASA VOLUNTEER?
Meet Tara Ates
WHO IS

“I truly believe that CASA brings a

»» 6-year volunteer »» Has an 18 year-
»» Has worked with 6 old daughter and a magnificent strength
CASA children 15 year-old son to the courtroom on behalf of children.
»» Teaches Sunday I know I can count on the courage of
»» Works as a Contract
Manager for AT&T school at her church CASA staff and volunteer advocates to
»» Married for 19 years speak for the best interest of children
and to make recommendations that
are creative and go beyond the typical.”
- Judge Darlene Byrne of
CASA by the Numbers: the 126th District Court
$828,996 – approximate value
of time volunteers donate
80% – children in CPS care for 3 WAYS YOU CAN HELP RIGHT NOW
whom CASA advocates
VOLUNTEER Become a CASA volunteer advocate
600 – children who need a CASA and your voice will make a difference to an abused
volunteer but don’t have one and neglected child.
$1,200 – cost of providing a CASA
volunteer for a child for one year DONATE Give online, via mail or over the phone.
63% – revenue from charitable JOIN The Powerful Voice Society, Community for
donations CASA and special event committees need you!
37% – revenue from government
grants Visit www.casatravis.org to find out more!

A Project of
Supported by
CASA of Travis County: A Powerful Voice in a Child’s Life
phone: 512.459.2272 | 7701 N Lamar Blvd, Ste 301 | Austin, TX 78752
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