Northern Neck CASA
About CASA
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is a child advocacy organization that trains volunteers to speak on behalf of abused and neglected children involved in juvenile court proceedings. The goal is to help every child find a safe, permanent home.
CASA at a Glance:
- Founded: 1977 in Seattle, Washington by Judge David Soukup
- Purpose: Provide courts with more information and consistent follow-up in child welfare cases
- Supporters: Endorsed by the American Bar Association, National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, and others
- Reach:
- 900+ programs nationwide
- 50,000+ trained volunteers
- Serving over 225,000 children annually
About Northern Neck CASA
Northern Neck CASA (NNCASA) is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization incorporated in July 2001. The Honorable J. Maston Davis, was the Judge at the time of incorporation. The Honorable William L. Lewis is the Juvenile and Domestic Court Judge for the Fifteenth Judicial District.
Leadership:
- Governance: Board of Directors
- Operations Team: Director, Volunteer Coordinator, Program Assistant
