CASA of New Hampshire

January 1, 2025

NH Business Review Staff,

2025 Goals:

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Hampshire is working to grow its volunteer base to meet an increase in need. These highly trained, caring adults are the voice in New Hampshire’s family courts for children or youth who have experienced abuse and neglect. CASA’s professional staﬀ provides training, ongoing education and support to 600+ advocates. Through focused recruitment strategies, the goal is to have enough advocates for every child who needs one by their side.

Mission Statement:

CASA of New Hampshire provides a voice for children and youth who have experienced abuse and neglect by empowering a statewide network of trained volunteers to advocate on their behalf so they can thrive in safe, permanent homes.

Top Funding Sources:

Federal: 19%

State: 29%

Annual Fund: 19%

Private Foundations & Municipal Grants: 8%

Fundraising Events & Projects: 24%

Year Established: 1989

EMPLOYEES: 44

Annual Revenue: $4,051,462

Service Locations:

We provide volunteer advocates for children in every family court in New Hampshire. Our main oﬃce is in Manchester. We have six regional oﬃces: Berlin, Claremont, Colebrook, Dover, Keene and Laconia.

Contact:

Marcia “Marty” Sink
CEO/President
PO Box 1327
Manchester, NH 03105
603-626-4600
speakup@casanh.org
www.casanh.org

Fundraising Events:

CASA Cares, our annual gala, will be held on May 2, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Manchester. Please visit casanh.org/casa-cares for updates. On
Tap for CASA, our signature barstool fundraiser, will be March 8 at New England’s Taphouse Grille in Hooksett. For details, visit casanh.org/ontap. Businesses and community groups are also welcome to hold fundraisers and donate their proceeds to CASA of New Hampshire. Interested groups should contact us at 603-626-4600.

Giving Opportunities:

CASA depends on a variety of funding sources, including sponsorships and private donations. Visit casanh.org for more information about our various giving opportunities. Annual Giving: Your one-time gift or monthly donation will help us advocate for more children experiencing neglect and abuse by recruiting and training additional volunteer advocates. Donate at casanh.org/donate. Corporate Sponsorships: Support children who need a voice and become a sponsor for the Give a Child Hope campaign. Your donation of $2,500 will sponsor a vulnerable child and provide them with the voice of an advocate they so desperately need. Or consider sponsoring our major fundraising event, CASA Cares, and receive signiﬁcant beneﬁts. For information about corporate sponsorship opportunities, visit casanh.org/corporate-giving. Legacy Giving: Leave a lasting impact on New Hampshire’s children by considering CASA in your estate plan. Cards for a Cause: Purchase customizable greeting cards featuring artwork by local artists. Visit casanhgifts.com to order.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteer advocates are critically needed statewide to provide voices for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Advocates receive comprehensive pre-service training and dedicated ongoing support from professional staﬀ. Share 10-15 hours of your time each month and make a signiﬁcant impact in the life of a vulnerable child. Register for an online info session at casanh.org/infosessions or contact us at 603-626-4600 or email speakup@casanh.org to learn more.

Board Officers / Board Members

Michael Burns
Co-chair
CGI Business Solutions

Evelyn Aissa
Co-chair
National Education Policy Center & Partnership for the Future of Learning

Paul Chant
Vice Chair
Cooper Cargill Chant

Evan Lowry
Secretary
Southern New Hampshire University

Kathleen Thomas
Treasurer
Hampton, NH

Michael Ambrogi
Novocure Inc.

Dr. Charles Cappetta
Dartmouth Health

Sue Chollet
Peterborough, NH

Pat Clancey
Pat Clancey Realty

Madison Dragon
Lighthouse Credit Union

Sabrina Dunlap
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

JoAnn Fenton
Keene, NH

Bill Glahn
McLane Middleton

Terry Heinzmann
Manchester, NH

Tom Stevens
Manchester, NH

Marcia R. Sink
CASA of NH
President & CEO

Charitable Giving Guide

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