Lincoln County Casa
About Lincoln County Casa
In Lincoln County juvenile court, abused and neglected children can have a trained volunteer advocate whose job is to speak for their best interests. That means someone gathers information, attends hearings, and stays with the case as it moves toward a safe, permanent, loving home. If you care about what a steady adult can mean for a child navigating foster care or court, this is the kind of support that matters. Lincoln County CASA has already backed that up with more than 10,000 volunteer hours and advocacy for more than 100 children.
Lincoln County CASA pairs one volunteer with one child at a time, which gives advocates the time to build trust, gather facts, and show up in court prepared. It also keeps volunteers learning with flexible training, refresher courses, guest speakers, workshops, and specialized topics so they can stay ready for the work.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Court-appointed volunteer advocacy
Trained volunteer advocates are appointed by a judge to speak for the best interests of abused and neglected children in juvenile court, gather information, attend hearings, and submit reports that support safe, permanent homes.
New advocate training
Applicants complete screening and a 30-hour pre-service training process that prepares them to serve as CASA advocates, including court involvement and regular child visits.
Continuing education and community workshops
Ongoing learning opportunities include continuing education, refresher courses, guest speakers, community workshops, and specialized topics such as trauma-informed advocacy, cultural competency, and courtroom protocols.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
To speak up for the best interests of abused and neglected children in Lincoln County through trained volunteer advocates, ensuring every child has a safe, permanent, and loving home.
Who they serve
Abused and neglected children in Lincoln County, Nebraska, especially children in foster care and the juvenile court system.
Their impact
- 10K+ volunteer hours donated in service of local children
- 100+ children served by CASA volunteers
- 21 families and 45 children currently receiving advocacy through Lincoln County CASA
How your donation helps
- Recruit and train new CASA volunteers
- Support volunteers throughout their cases
- Provide court support materials for one child
- Cover background checks and continuing education
- Fund ongoing advocate support and outreach
- Provide office supplies, snacks for training sessions, printing, and professional services
Our story
Lincoln County CASA began in 2012 with a simple purpose, so children facing abuse, neglect, or court involvement would not have to move through the process alone. It grew around trained community volunteers appointed by juvenile court judges to speak for children’s best interests and help them move toward safe, stable, permanent homes.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Lincoln County Casa’s services.
Children are served through the Lincoln County juvenile court process. A judge appoints a trained CASA volunteer to advocate for a child’s best interests in court and throughout the case.
Stories
The people behind the work.
In their words
Every child deserves a champion. We are their voice in court and in the community.
The need is great, there are always children waiting for someone to stand up for them.
Events
CASA 1/4 Beef Fundraiser raffle
A raffle fundraiser with two quarter-beef prizes, including processing, with the drawing held during Soups, Sips, and Stand-Up for CASA.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Lincoln County Casa has shared.
Current needs
- More volunteer advocates
- Office supplies
- Snacks for training sessions
- Printing
- Professional services
Volunteer opportunities
- Become a court-appointed CASA volunteer advocate
- Serve as a board member
- Help with fundraising and event support
Recognition & press
In the media
- Eagle Communications and North Platte Post coverage of the Eagle Radio Golf Classic donation to Lincoln County CASA
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
How does a child get a CASA advocate?
A juvenile court judge appoints a trained CASA volunteer to speak for the child’s best interests during the case.
What does a CASA volunteer do?
A CASA volunteer visits with the child, talks with caseworkers, family members, teachers, and other professionals, prepares reports for the judge, and attends court hearings.
What is required to become a CASA advocate?
Applicants must be 21 or older, complete screening, finish 30 hours of pre-service training, attend court hearings, write reports, and volunteer about 10 to 15 hours a month.
What training is available beyond the first advocate class?
Lincoln County CASA offers continuing education, refresher courses, guest speakers, community workshops, and specialized topics like trauma-informed advocacy, cultural competency, and courtroom protocols.
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