Our Work

CASA Youth Advocates exists to ensure that children and youth involved in the dependency court system in Delaware and Chester counties are supported through consistent, high-quality volunteer advocacy. Grounded in the belief that every child deserves stability, safety, and a trusted adult, CASA provides a steady and reliable presence for children navigating moments of uncertainty, disruption, and transition. The organization’s work is rooted in care, consistency, trust, and accountability—values that shape authentic relationships with children, families, volunteers, staff, partners, funders, and the courts.

 

What We Are Facing

CASA operates within a child welfare environment that is increasingly complex. Courts and child-serving systems face rising caseloads, complex family dynamics, limited community resources, and growing expectations for collaboration and measurable outcomes. At the same time, nonprofit organizations nationwide are navigating funding uncertainty, heightened competition for philanthropic support, volunteer recruitment and retention challenges, and increasing demand for services. These conditions require CASA to remain deeply mission-centered while strengthening organizational resilience, clarity, and adaptability.

 

Our Plan For The Future

This three-year strategic plan responds directly to these realities. Developed through an inclusive, data-informed process, the plan integrates insights from board members, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders, along with analysis of sector-wide trends and CASA’s extensive experience delivering advocacy across Delaware and Chester counties. Innovative approaches—including AI-simulated virtual interviewing—were used to capture diverse perspectives and inform decision-making. The result is a focused strategic framework that honors the heart of CASA’s mission while strengthening sustainability, effectiveness, and accountability.