Be a CASA volunteer to help a child in foster care

CASA Kane County has been advocating for children in the foster care system for more than 32 years and has served thousands of youth struggling through the most horrific times in their lives.

They need your help more than ever to help these children survive and to find permanency.

In working directly with children and families in and out of the courtroom, CASA Kane County ensures they are treated with respect, patience and dignity while working together to find permanency.

"My CASA volunteer went above and beyond the call of duty. I believe that everyone is born with the ability to succeed, but that some fail to meet their potential. As youth in care, we need more support to know what we are capable of because we often feel we are less than average. My CASA volunteer provided that encouragement and support," said one CASA child.

To attend a general informational meeting, call (630) 232-4484 or visit www.casakanecounty.org.

Online general informational meetings also will be offered from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19; 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3; and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13.

At these meetings, you will hear more about the CASA Kane County organization, the role of the CASA/GAL volunteer and other areas of how to get involved.