CASA of East Tennessee Email Format
Individual and Family ServicesTennessee, United States11-50 Employees
CASA of East Tennessee is a nonprofit organization in the individual and family services sector, based in Knoxville, Tennessee, serving the East Tennessee region. It relies on trained community volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in court, with the goal of securing safe and permanent homes for those in the juvenile system. The organization gathers information about a child's daily life to inform judicial decisions about the most suitable and loving living arrangements. Its operations are supported by a small-to-mid sized staff alongside volunteer advocates. Its efforts are directed at children who have experienced abuse or neglect and are involved in juvenile proceedings. Through its volunteer advocates, the organization speaks up for the children's best interests in court and helps determine the appropriate living situation. In 2018, the organization announced the launch of its CASA volunteer program, indicating an expansion of its advocacy capacity.