CASA of Merced County

CASA of Merced County CASA of Merced County's mission is to advocate for the best interests of abused & neglected children.

Once assigned by the Merced County Court, CASAs investigate each child’s specific circumstances and provide critical information essential to the judges’ decision-making process regarding their needs. Without this information, the judges may not be aware of a potentially unsafe environment or dangerous family situation. This is especially critical to the Merced County Juvenile Court system because

so many children are processed through Merced County alone. Statistics from Merced County for 2009 are startling: 4,694 children in Merced County experienced at least one allegation of abuse or neglect. Approximately 700 children at any one time are in the foster care system in Merced County, with over half of these children facing permanency placement. In these cases there is no longer hope of reunifying the child with his or her parents. In other counties where a CASA is available, the judges often depend on the information provided by a CASA volunteer advocate to determine the best placement for the child.

And that’s a wrap! A great conference allowing us to meet and share ideas with our peers and learn from Subject Matter E...
09/04/2026

And that’s a wrap! A great conference allowing us to meet and share ideas with our peers and learn from Subject Matter Experts. Thank you Cal CASA for hosting a wonderful 3 days!

During the California CASA Conference we were able to honor the memory of two wonderful Advocates who passed away too so...
09/03/2026

During the California CASA Conference we were able to honor the memory of two wonderful Advocates who passed away too soon, Kenny Wright and Don Bergman. We would like to thank them for their commitment to CASA and the youth they served; they are forever in our hearts.

2026 California CASA State Conference Day Two!So many wonderful and educational sessions to choose from. Thank you Calif...
09/02/2026

2026 California CASA State Conference Day Two!
So many wonderful and educational sessions to choose from. Thank you California CASA for this wonderful opportunity.

Friday night CASA hosted Friday Night Fun at Bellevue Bowl for foster youth. Pizza and bowling, how fun!Today kicks off ...
09/01/2026

Friday night CASA hosted Friday Night Fun at Bellevue Bowl for foster youth. Pizza and bowling, how fun!
Today kicks off California CASA Conference in Costa Mesa. Four staff members will spend a few days learning how to make our program better for the foster kids we serve.

Grab your team and join us for the 6th Annual Golf Fore CASA Tournament at Merced Golf & Country Club!Enjoy a day on the...
08/31/2026

Grab your team and join us for the 6th Annual Golf Fore CASA Tournament at Merced Golf & Country Club!

Enjoy a day on the course while helping CASA of Merced County advocate for local foster youth.

📅 Register by September 25, 2026
🏌️‍♂️ Team & sponsorship opportunities available.

Past tournaments have sold out—don’t miss out!

🔗 https://mercedcasa.org/6th-annual-golf-fore-casa-tournament.html

⛳️ Golf Fore CASA is back!Join us for the 6th Annual Golf Fore CASA Tournament at Merced Golf & Country Club.Put togethe...
08/28/2026

⛳️ Golf Fore CASA is back!

Join us for the 6th Annual Golf Fore CASA Tournament at Merced Golf & Country Club.

Put together a team, enjoy a day on the course, and help CASA of Merced County continue advocating for foster children throughout Merced County.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses and organizations interested in being part of this annual event.

Registration deadline: September 25, 2026.

This event has sold out in previous years, so register today.

https://mercedcasa.org/6th-annual-golf-fore-casa-tournament.html

Tuesday night night was a special evening. The Honorable Judge Brawley swore in six new CASA Volunteers. Each of them ...
08/27/2026

Tuesday night night was a special evening. The Honorable Judge Brawley swore in six new CASA Volunteers. Each of them is ready to make a difference in the lives of foster youth in Merced County. Please join us in giving Class 66 a warm welcome!

Please join us for Coffee with CASA today (August 26th) from 11 am to 1 pm at "Wired Internet Coffee Bar" (450 W. 18th ...
08/26/2026

Please join us for Coffee with CASA today (August 26th) from 11 am to 1 pm at "Wired Internet Coffee Bar" (450 W. 18th Street in Merced).
You can make a world of difference to a foster youth in need- and you can take that first step over a cup of coffee!

Great opportunity to share your lovingly used items you no longer have a need for, support CASA of Merced County and whi...
08/26/2026

Great opportunity to share your lovingly used items you no longer have a need for, support CASA of Merced County and while you are dropping off your items, you might find a few new treasures!
Thank you to Owner and Advocate Eddy Yanez for always thinking of CASA!
The Merchants Closet is located at 1725 G St Merced

To a youth experiencing the instability of foster care, a text message or a weekend visit isn't just a check-in, it's pr...
08/25/2026

To a youth experiencing the instability of foster care, a text message or a weekend visit isn't just a check-in, it's proof that someone has their back.

80% of our advocates connect with their youth at least 2–3 times a month, 30% check in weekly, and10% are there multiple times a week.

These aren't just statistics. They represent real moments of connection, guidance, and a shared belief in a young person's future.

Learn more: mercedcasa.org

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2824 Park Avenue
Merced, CA
95348

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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