The next optional Information Session/Orientation will be held over Zoom on February 19, 2026.  The next training session will be held beginning on March 10, 2026. All training sessions will be given on Tuesdays & Thursdays and will be held at the CASA office.

Volunteer to Become a Voice for Foster Youth
Nobody longs for a safe and loving family more than a child in foster care. As a CASA volunteer, you are empowered by the courts to help make this dream a reality. You will be the one consistent adult in these children’s lives, vigilantly fighting for and protecting their fundamental right to be treated with the dignity and respect every child deserves. You will not only bring positive change to the lives of these vulnerable children, but also their children and generations to come. And in doing so, you will enrich your life as well.
CASA welcomes people from all walks of life. We are simply looking for people who care about children and have common sense. As a volunteer, you will be thoroughly trained and well supported by professional staff to help you through each case.
E-Mail us for a link to an application:​
Kelli Bravo at [email protected]
To become a CASA advocate, you must be able to:
  • Provide proof of age (21 years old is our minimum age requirement for all advocates)
  • Pass a fingerprint background check
  • Provide a valid CA Drivers License & means of transportation
  • Complete 30 hours of training
  • Attend daytime Courtroom Hearings
  • Maintain monthly contact and reporting to CASA office
  • Fulfill 12 hours continued education each year.
  • Commit to a minimum of 18 months
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all case information
  • Classroom training (30 hours over 12 classes) is held twice a year.  Advocate trainees must attend the classes, with only minimal absences allowed.  Topics include:
    1. Dependency System
    2. Child Development Issues.
    3. Dynamics of Abuse.
    4. Communication
    5. Courtroom observation
    6. Court report writing.
    7. Foster Youth and Teen Rights.
    8. Education, Medical and Mental Health Advocacy.
Upcoming Training Classes
All of our informational sessions will be held over ZOOM.  The actual trainings will be offered in-person only and will be held at the CASA office.

Our 2026 CASA Training (dates subject to change):

The optional Information Session/Orientation for our first 2026 training will be held on FEBRUARY 19, 2026 at 6:00pm. The Zoom link for the Info Session will be sent out one week in advance to those on our inquiry list.  To be added to the list please email [email protected].

The first of our Training sessions will begin on March 10, 2026.  All 12 classes in this session will be held in the evening from 6pm - 8:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  We anticipate the training to end on April 21, 2026 with a swearing in date to be determined.

The optional Information Session/Orientation for our second 2026 training will be held on JULY 30, 2026 at 6:00pm. The Zoom link for the Info Session will be sent out one week in advance to those on our inquiry list.  To be added to the list please email [email protected].

The second of our Training sessions will begin on August 18, 2026.  All 12 classes in this session will be held in the evening from 6pm - 8:30pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  We anticipate the training to end on September 24, 2026 with a swearing in date to be determined.

​If you would like an application and more information regarding any future trainings, please e-mail Kelli Bravo at [email protected]

*Dates of future trainings are subject to change.