CASA of Cook County Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
CASA of Cook County is a nonprofit organization serving children in Cook County who are involved with the Juvenile Court and the foster care system, focusing on those who have experienced abuse or neglect. For 31 years, it has mobilized trained volunteers to advocate for these children, aiming to improve long-term outcomes and safety. By ensuring the children’s perspectives are heard in court and care decisions, the program seeks to provide a consistent, child-centered point of advocacy. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the organization operates as a small to mid-sized nonprofit within the broader social services sector. Its work centers on recruiting and supporting volunteers who serve as advocates for vulnerable children during legal and care proceedings. In 2019, CASA of Cook County launched an event called Homeward Bound: Cocktails for CASA, described as its most successful edition to date.