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Learn MoreColonial Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program
A nonprofit dedicated to advocating for abused and neglected children.
We recruit and train passionate volunteers to serve as CASAs, ensuring each child has a voice and support.
CASAs work independently, supported by our professional staff who provide ongoing guidance and supervision.
Offers Mentors to Youth 10-18, providing long-term support to help young people overcome challenges and thrive.
Becoming a CASA or mentor is a meaningful way to change a child’s story and transform your own.
Colonial CASA is a Member of The National CASA Organization.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month: Supporting Families, Preventing Abuse
At Colonial CASA, we recognize April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM), a time to highlight how important it is for our community to work together to support families and prevent child abuse. But this isn’t just something we think about in April—it’s something we focus on all year long. We’re all encouraged to raise awareness about child and family well-being and collaborate on strategies that create safer, stronger environments for children to grow up in.
Child abuse, neglect, and other Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)—like parental substance use, domestic violence, and parental incarceration—can have a long-lasting impact on kids. Studies have shown that the more ACEs a child experiences, the greater the risk for mental and physical health struggles later in life. At Colonial CASA, we see children in the foster care system who’ve already experienced at least one ACE, and it’s our job to support them as they heal.
Through our advocacy, mentoring, and community outreach, we’re helping to raise awareness and build resilience in families facing these challenges. By understanding ACEs and offering trauma-informed support, we can make a real difference in breaking the cycle of abuse and helping kids thrive.
Together, we can create a community where every child is safe, supported, and has the opportunity to grow up strong. Let’s work together to make that happen.
For more information on Child abuse prevention click here.
