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Your Contribution Makes a Difference

At CASA of NELA, we are dedicated to advocating for the most vulnerable children in our community. While becoming a volunteer is one of the most direct ways to support our mission, there are many other ways you can make a difference. From financial contributions to in-kind donations and spreading awareness, your support helps ensure that every child has the chance to thrive in a safe and loving home. Explore the various ways you can contribute to CASA of NELA and join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children in Northeast Louisiana.

Make a donation

Your donation has a significant impact on our ability to support our volunteers and provide for our community's foster children.

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Become a volunteer

Consider becoming a CASA volunteer and be a voice for a child in need. Take the first step by filling out a volunteer application.

Application

Shop our wish list

Help us stock the CASA Gift Closet, a place where volunteers can get school supplies, hygiene products, birthday gifts, and more for their CASA child.

CASA Wish List

Raise awareness

Help us raise awareness by inviting a CASA representative to speak at your office, church, club, or organization. We also can set up a booth at events, festivals, fairs, and more.

CASA Request

Support our Christmas Project

Support The Christmas Project, an annual effort to ensure that each child we serve receives at least one outfit and a gift for Christmas.

Christmas Project

Share your talents

If you have a skill or talent you'd like to share, we welcome your support! Whether it's graphic design, printing, fundraising, or simply lending a few hours of your time at an event, your contribution is invaluable.

Skill & Talent Form

CASA WISH LIST

Help Us Stock the CASA Gift Closet

At CASA of NELA, we believe that the small things in life can make a big difference for the children we serve. Thanks to our wonderful community partners, we have established the CASA Gift Closet—a special place where our volunteers can find essential items and thoughtful gifts for their CASA children. From school supplies to hygiene products and birthday presents, these donations help brighten the lives of children in foster care. The CASA Gift Closet is more than just a collection of items; it's a source of hope and joy for the children we serve.

If you or your organization would like to contribute to the CASA Gift Closet, there are two ways to get involved! You can shop our Amazon Wish List or drop off the donated items to our office. If you would like to drop off items, please reach out to Leslie Bryan at lbryan@standforhope.org or call 318.398.0945.

Amazon Wish List

Make donating easy by shopping our Amazon Wish List. The items on our wish list cover multiple ages and will be used to stock the CASA Closet. Once you an order item, it will be shipped directly to our office! Click here to shop.

Gift Cards

Gift cards allow our program to purchase needed items as they come up. From helping bio parents with needs, to buying school uniforms, gift cards allow us to meet the unique needs of our CASA children. Suggestions: Walmart, Target, Visa Gift Cards, restaurant gift cards, etc.

School Supplies

Children in foster care come into care throughout the year which means we need school supplies year-round. Suggestions: notebooks, crayons, pencils, markers, scissors, backpacks, etc.

Hygiene Products

Because children in foster care move around often, it is easy for their personal items to be left behind. Having personal care items is just one way to establish normalcy. Suggestions: Hair care, body wash, tooth brush, lotions and sprays, etc.

Visit Activities

Our volunteers work to build a connection with their CASA children. The main way we accomplish this is through play. Play allows us to build trust and communication. Suggestions: Board games, puzzles, card games outdoor activites, etc.

Books

Literacy is a huge area of deficit for children in foster care. We encourage our volunteers to take books to their CASA children in order to promote reading.

Birthday Gifts

Every child should feel special on their birthday. Often that is not the case for foster children. A small act may make their day. Suggestions: gifts under $20, birthday party supplies, gift cards for cakes, etc.

CASA WISH LIST

Suggestions by Age Group

Your generosity helps us provide personalized support for children of all ages in the foster care system. To ensure your donations have the greatest impact, we’ve created a list of suggested items that cater to the specific needs and interests of different age groups. Whether you’re shopping for a newborn, a school-aged child, or a teenager, your thoughtful contributions will bring comfort, joy, and a sense of normalcy to their lives. Explore the suggested items below to see how you can make a meaningful difference.

Infants

Bottles, diapers, wipes, cream, pacifier, baby books, blankets, rattles, age appropriate toys, etc.

Toddlers

Board books, walking toys, sorting toys, blocks, sippy cups, diapers, pull-ups, wipes, cream, musical toys, etc.

Children

Family games, outdoor toys, sport balls, coloring books, art supplies, barbies, dolls, action figures, legos, activity books, etc.

Teens

Beauty supplies, hygiene sets, nail polish, wallets, watched, head phones, journals, art supplies, sports apparel, jewelry, etc.

Get In Touch

Have questions, suggestions, or just want to learn more about how you can get involved with CASA of NELA? We'd love to hear from you! Whether you're interested in volunteering, supporting our programs, or partnering with us, our team is here to provide you with the information and support you need. Reach out to us using the form on our contact page, or connect with us through phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to make a difference in the lives of children in Northeast Louisiana.

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