our mission

The mission of CASA of West Texas is to recruit, train and support committed volunteers appointed by judges to advocate in court and in the community for the best interest of children in the child welfare system.

Charitable Donation

Your support helps provide quality advocacy services to the hundreds of abused and neglected foster children right here in the Permian Basin. Make a Donation
Signs of Child Abuse

Together, we can STOP child abuse and neglect. Click Learn More here to learn the signs of child abuse and neglect. It could save a child's life! Always report child abuse and neglect to the Child Protective Service Hotline at 1-800-252-5400 or call 911 in cases of a life threatening emergency.
Equipped for Life

Older foster children face unique challenges. They often have little to no support system in place as they are entering adulthood, but CASA of West Texas has found a way to help. Take a look.

CASA of West Texas

CASA of West Texas supports volunteers who advocate for child abuse victims in Midland, Howard, Dawson, Gaines, Andrews, Martin and Glasscock Counties. When severe child abuse and neglect occurs in a home, foster care may be the only option to keep a child safe. When a child enters foster care, a judge will appoint a CASA Volunteer to advocate for that child's best interest in court and in the community. Being in foster care is very difficult for a child. Every child in foster care needs someone they can count on to be there for them...someone to speak up for them--an advocate. Could you be that person? Learn more and get involved.

Counties We Serve

7
Children in Care within Our Region

376
Children in Care without an Advocate

0
Volunteers Needed

28

November 9, 2015

November 15 is National Philanthropy Day

In case you didn’t know, November 15th is National Philanthropy Day or NPD, which celebrates the charitable work that people do to make a difference in their communities.

Of course, as NPDLove.com points out, “whether you’re a donor or a volunteer (or both!), young or old, no matter how much you give or what causes you support—what you do from the heart makes a difference! And you make a difference every day! Your generosity and commitment doesn’t take time off. NPD is recognized on Nov. 15, but we celebrate what you do throughout the year!”

Dating back to 1985, National Philanthropy Day was created by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). You can learn more about the AFP at afpnet.org.

On November 12, the AFP will recognize six of the most outstanding, committed and inspiring donors and volunteers from across North America. Honorees will be recognized at the National Philanthropy Day Honors event in New York City. Visit NPDLove.com to learn more about this year’s honorees, and National Philanthropy Day.

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