Running Your Program

The National CASA Association works closely with state organizations and local programs to develop, strengthen and expand a network of CASA and guardian ad litem programs throughout the country. For an overview of resources available from National CASA, see the Member Program Resource Guide.

If you are a new program director, or a seasoned director looking for fresh advice, watch the New Director Orientation (Adobe Flash Presentation) to access resources and gain skills that will help you succeed!

In this section, you will find resources on the following topics:

Quality Assurance: Local and state quality assurance materials

Working with Volunteers: Recruiting, screening, training and retaining volunteers

Management and Operations: New program development, program governance, human resources, financial oversight/risk management, data collection and evaluation, tribal CASA programs and state organizations. Also, a library of National CASA publications.

Marketing and Communications: Ad campaigns and promotional videos, CASA logos, photo gallery, communications guides, statistics and program websites

Fundraising: Grants and research, working with your community, cause marketing, best practices and individual giving

Tribal CASA: Tribal court CASA program development guide, ICWA summary and text and web-based resources

State Organizations: Standards, statutes and survey reports relating to state organizations
 

National CASA Publications

The National CASA Association has created a library of print and electronic publications providing information on topics ranging from managing volunteers to achieving greater diversity in your program. Visit the publication library to see a  list of materials available in print and online.