WHAT WE DO

CASA of the Tenth Judicial Circuit (formerly CASA of Peoria County) improves the lives of children in the court and social services system in Peoria, Tazewell, Marshall, Putnam and Stark Counties by pairing them with trained volunteer Advocates who stand for the child through three key actions:

Advocate

Kim’s advocacy helped two siblings
remain at home with their parents.

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Learn

Ed’s investigation revealed news
about his CASA child’s health.

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Report

Cathy’s reporting helped her
CASA child get the right support.

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WHAT WE ACCOMPLISH

Safety

“Keeping children safe must be everybody’s business. CASA volunteers play a unique role on behalf of some of our most vulnerable children. Their commitment, vigilance and persistence offer…
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Stability

Children raised in stable environments have less anxiety and higher thresholds of security, while those who experience instability…
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Success

“Every kid is one caring adult away from being a success story,” said Josh Ship, who learned this from his own personal journey…
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More than 2,000 children experiencing abuse or neglect in your community

756

children served in FY2021 (July 2020 – June 2021)

800

children will be served in FY2022 (projected)

1,200

children still need a CASA

32

new CASA volunteers in FY2021

75

children supported by each CASA staff member (average)

VOLUNTEER

For a child who has experienced abuse or neglect and who is in the court and social services system, a CASA Advocate can mean the difference between homelessness and a safe dwelling…dropping out or excelling in school…unemployment or a career path…incarceration or freedom…failure or success in life.

I am for the child

Be the champion every
child deserves.
Be the peace in a child’s
turbulent life.
Be the stability this child
has never known.

HEAR FROM OUR CASAs

Kim

Kim Geno tells how she stands
in the gap for children.

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Ed

Edwin Kach turns his energy
to advocacy.

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Kathy

Cathy Dare offers selfless service
for the love of children.

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JOIN CASA AT OUR UPCOMING EVENTS

CASA of the Tenth hosts a variety of events throughout the year to increase awareness and visibility.
Check out the EVENTS section to save the date!

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