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CASA of the South Plains

Organization Description: 

The need for CASA volunteers is increasing because more children are entering the foster care system each year due to abuse or neglect. Become a CASA volunteer and make a difference in a child’s life!

People interested in volunteering for CASA should make plans to attend all sessions of a scheduled training. Due to time availability, only one session at most may be made up.

For further information on becoming a CASA please call Peggy Espinoza-Horn at (806) 763-2272 or email info@lubbockcasa.org.

Website: 
http://www.lubbockcasa.org
Location: 
#24 Briercroft Office Park
Lubbock, TX 79412
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Mission Statement: 

The mission of CASA is to provide volunteers to serve as independent voices in court for abused and neglected children in the South Plains area. CASA volunteers are trained and court appointed to investigate, monitor, report, and advocate for the childrenÂ’s best interests while they are in they are under the guardianship of the foster care system. CASA volunteers are there to help secure a permanent placement for the child in a safe and caring environment.

Do You Require Formal Orientation Training for Volunteers?: 
Yes
Are more than one-third of the participants in your organization/programs low income (below 150% of the poverty level)?: 
No
International Volunteers: 
Must Be Resident of Country or Already Have Appropriate Visa
City/Metropolitan Area: 
Lubbock, TX
State/Province: 
Texas
Region: 
Northern America
Country: 
United States
Program Types: 
Housing Program
Organization Membership Type: 
Non-Profit (Non-Christian)