I volunteered for CASA with the hope of helping young minority males avoid becoming a statistic caught up in the court system. Having been adopted myself, I know what these kids are feeling when changes put you in an unfamiliar circumstance.
I also volunteer at the maximum-security correctional center here in Jefferson City and I see the outcomes of the lack of a strong male role model in young kids’ lives and I hope to be that for some of these kids.
It has been very rewarding connecting with kids and helping them achieve their desired outcomes while also seeing many parts of the state as I visit kids as they journey through the system. The staff at the CASA office has made this experience insightful and seamless with the support and tools they provide to the volunteers. I would encourage anyone to volunteer. The only requirement is a caring heart.
