What are the requirements to become a volunteer?
CASA volunteers must be at least 21-years-old, pass a background check, and complete 30 hours of pre-service training. Additionally, 12 hours of continued training are required every year to comply with National CASA/GAL continued education standards.

How many CASA programs are there?
In Ohio, there are 47 CASA programs serving children in 60 counties. Nationally, there are more than 940 CASA programs.

How many children have been served by CASA?
Dozens of children in Pickaway County have been served by a CASA volunteer over the years.
Statewide, CASA programs reach nearly 10,000 of the 16,000 Ohio children in care.

Is this a mentorship program?
CASA is a court advocacy program. Although some relationship-building activities volunteers and youth participate in may seem like mentoring, that is only one part of the impact a CASA volunteer can have on a child in need.

How are CASA volunteers supported throughout the case?
In addition to ongoing training, CASA volunteers are supported by Pickaway County staff for legal support and otherwise. The Ohio CASA staff is also available to support local programs and volunteers.