CASA of New Hampshire

January 1, 2023

NH Business Review Staff,

2023 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 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 abused and neglected children and youth 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: 25%
State: 26%
Annual Fund: 17%
Private Foundations & Municipal Grants: 11%
Fundraising Events & Projects: 20%

Year Established: 1989

Employees: 40

Annual Revenue: $3,372,362

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 5, 2023, 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 11 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 train more volunteer advocates, so we can have advocates available for every child. 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 sponsorship of $2,000 will give children a voice and the support they desperately need by providing them with a dedicated and caring CASA volunteer advocate. For a list of other sponsorship opportunities, please contact Suzanne Lenz at slenz@casanh.org. 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. Volunteers receive comprehensive online 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 to learn more. Committee and event volunteers are also needed. Contact us at 603-626-4600 or speakup@casanh.org to learn more.