Every number represents time spent listening, questions asked, needs identified, and children whose best interests deserve attention.
In 2025, Hall-Dawson CASA volunteers showed up for children experiencing abuse or neglect across Hall and Dawson Counties. These numbers offer a glimpse of the commitment behind that advocacy—and the need that remains.
2025 at a glance
CASA advocacy is built on consistent relationships, independent assessment, and a commitment to each child’s best interests. The following figures reflect Hall-Dawson CASA’s work during calendar year 2025.
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387 Children Served
In 2025, Hall-Dawson CASA served 387 children, including 185 children newly served during the year. Every number represents a child with their own story, needs, and hopes for the future. Through CASA advocacy, children experiencing foster care have someone dedicated to understanding their circumstances and advocating for their best interests.
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99 CASA Volunteers
Our volunteers are everyday people who make an extraordinary commitment. They take the time to build relationships, ask important questions, and ensure the needs of children experiencing foster care are heard and considered.
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3,347 Child Visits
Meaningful advocacy begins with connection. Through regular visits, CASA volunteers build trust, listen, and gain a deeper understanding of each child's experiences, wishes, and needs.
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9,737 Collateral Contacts Made
Advocacy extends far beyond visits with a child. CASA volunteers connect with teachers, caregivers, caseworkers, and other important people in a child's life to gather information and help ensure no important detail is overlooked.
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676 Court Hearings Attended
CASA volunteers bring an informed, child-centered perspective to court proceedings. Their observations and recommendations help judges make decisions that prioritize each child's safety, well-being, and future.
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83,041 Miles Driven
Advocacy takes commitment, and sometimes that means going the extra mile. From visiting children and attending meetings to traveling to court hearings, every mile reflects the dedication of volunteers who continue showing up.
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73 Children Reunified
When it is safe and possible, reunification allows children to return to the care of their families. CASA volunteers advocate for children's safety and well-being throughout the process, helping support the goal of a safe, stable home.
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20 Children Adopted
For children who cannot safely return home, adoption can provide a permanent family and a lasting sense of belonging. CASA volunteers advocate for each child's best interests as they move toward a safe, loving, and permanent home.
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21 Children Placed in Guardianships
Guardianship can provide children with a safe, stable home when returning to their parents is not possible. Often involving relatives or other trusted adults, these arrangements help preserve meaningful connections while providing the security and care children need.
Outcomes That Matter
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92% Permanency
The reported 2025 permanency measure reflects children reaching a permanent outcome under the organization’s reporting definition.
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89% Continuity
The reported 2025 continuity measure reflects children who retained the same CASA volunteer from assignment through case closure under the organization’s reporting definition.
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99 Volunteers at Year-End
Trained community members were the foundation of advocacy in 2025.
Progress Over Time
Advocacy goes beyond a single visit or court appearance. By tracking permanency and volunteer continuity over time, we gain a clearer picture of how children are reaching lasting stability and benefiting from consistent advocacy. These trends help us recognize progress and identify opportunities to grow.
| YEAR | PERMANENCY | CONTINUITY |
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| 2023 | 86% | 95% |
| 2024 | 80% | 94% |
| 2025 | 92% | 89% |
Beyond the Numbers
A report can count visits, hours, and hearings. It cannot fully capture the value of an adult remembering a child’s concerns, checking whether a needed service was received, or continuing to show up through difficult transitions.
