Universal CASA Access

By expanding CASA volunteer recruitment and program capacity, every foster child in Pima County can receive dedicated advocacy, because consistent, trained volunteer support improves child welfare outcomes and system accountability. This strategy focuses on systemic expansion of Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) services through targeted recruitment and operational support, ensuring equitable access for all abused, neglected, or abandoned children. Unlike strategies that provide direct material or financial aid, this approach strengthens the advocacy infrastructure surrounding foster youth, addressing root causes of systemic neglect. It complements direct support services by ensuring each child has a consistent, informed voice in court and care decisions.

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#01 CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN AZ · 7 activities

what it looks like in practice

activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

Administering a scholarship program for higher education CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN
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Provides higher education scholarships of up to $2,500 per semester to current and former CASA youth in Pima County for attendance at accredited post-secondary institutions in Arizona, based on financial need and credit load. Recipients must maintain a 2.75 GPA.
Fundraising and donor engagement CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN
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Conducts fundraising activities, including an annual appeal to past donors and concerned citizens in the Greater Tucson Area, and accepts donations via various payment methods to support the CASA program and its services.
Organizing activities and outings for children served by CASA CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN
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Organizes various outings and activities for children supported by the CASA program.
Providing career and life skills development for youth aging out of foster care CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN
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Offers career, education, employment development, and life skills services to CASA youth aged 16 and older who are transitioning out of foster care through the "Keys to Success" program, launched in June 2023 in Pima County.
Providing financial assistance for unmet needs of children in the CASA program CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN
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Funds various unmet needs for children in the Pima County CASA program, including holiday parties, sports, cultural experiences, musical instruments, refurbished computers, summer camp scholarships, cribs, car seats, beds, clothing, shoes, and educational tutors. This includes providing gift cards during the holiday season and organizing holiday parties.
Supporting CASA volunteers CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN
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Provides activity suggestions for CASAs to do with the children they support, including independent activities for children. The organization also reimburses expenses for CASA volunteers and supports their ongoing training and professional development.
Volunteer and supporter recognition CASA SUPPORT COUNCIL FOR PIMA COUNTY IN
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Hosts an annual recognition luncheon each April to honor CASA volunteers and community supporters, including announcing the CASA of the Year and recognizing outstanding program supporters.