Volunteer and Children Statistics

for Franklin County CASA

in 2009

Volunteers:

There were 32 female, 5 male volunteers ranging from 23 to 67 years in age.  Volunteers have a vast background of experience and education ranging from completing their GED to being a post-graduate. Over half of the CASAs have a college education.  67% of the CASA volunteers work full time while others work part-time, are not employed and/or retired.  In 2009 the CASAs gave 1941 hours of volunteer service for children!

Children in 2009: 

Advocated for 70 children.  34 female, 36 male ranging from infant to 21 years.  58% of the children served were between the ages of 6 to 15 years. 77% of the children were Caucasian.  22 children found permanency in 2009, 8 were adopted, 9 returned to their family of origin, 1 gained guardianship, and one gained their independence.  3 children had their case closed for other reasons.  Majority of children have their case closed within one to two years with a CASA volunteer appointed.

Honor Roll