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: 21%
State: 26%
Annual Fund: 19%
Private Foundations & Municipal
Grants: 15%
Fundraising Events & Projects: 19%
YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1989
EMPLOYEES: 44
ANNUAL REVENUE: $4,266,402
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
CASA Cares, our annual gala, will be held on May 1, 2026, 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 7 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 the support of public and private grants, individual donations and corporate sponsorships. Your one-time gift or monthly donation allows us to continue to recruit, train and support volunteer advocates statewide. Our corporate sponsorships program offers levels of participation that connect your company with our advocates and donors and give your employees an opportunity to participate in one of our major fundraising events: On Tap for CASA (March 7) or CASA Cares Gala (May 1). CASA Cards for a Cause are custom note cards designed by New Hampshire artists, photographers and students. Learn more at www.casanh.org
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteer advocates are 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, contact us at 603-626-4600 or email speakup@casanh.org to learn more.
Evelyn Aissa
Co-chair
National Education Policy Center
& Partnership for the Future of Learning
Paul Chant
Co-chair
Cooper Cargill Chant
Kathleen Thomas
Vice Chair
Hampton, NH
Tom Stevens
Treasurer
Manchester, NH
Sue Chollet
Secretary
Peterborough, NH
Michael Ambrogi
Novocure Inc.
Michael Burns
CGI Business Solutions
Dr. Charles Cappetta
Dartmouth Health
Madison Dragon
Lighthouse Credit Union
Sabrina Dunlap
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Bill Glahn
McLane Middleton
Marcia Kelly
Dartmouth
Malcolm Perry
Derry Medical Center
Brian Quirk, Esq.
Shaheen & Gordon, P.A.
Chief Paul Smith
Littleton Police Department
Patti Stolte
Gorham, NH
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