2025 Colorado CASA Network Evaluation Summary
Colorado CASA and its 18 local programs are proving that powerful change doesn’t require massive budgets—just committed people, strong partnerships, and a clear mission. With a combined annual budget of just over $18 million, the CASA network supports children and families across the state, even as Colorado’s Division of Child Welfare operates with more than $623 million. Despite this disparity, CASA’s reach and impact are remarkable.
In a single year, Colorado CASA organizations:
Supported 7,000+ community members
Engaged 2,000+ trained volunteers
Served families in nearly every corner of the state
How CASA Creates Lasting Change
Colorado CASA recently partnered with Corona Insights to evaluate the network’s impact. The evaluation included audits of data from all 18 local programs and 34 interviews with CASA leaders, judges, child welfare professionals, parents, and youth. This research helped refine the CASA Network’s Theory of Change and assess outcomes through Child Wellbeing Assessments.
The CASA model follows a powerful progression:
Local organizations provide direct services to children and caregivers
Children’s voices are heard and their needs are identified
Families build assets to navigate trauma
Children and caregivers develop long-term resilience
Real Results for Colorado’s Children
The evaluation found strong evidence that CASA programs are improving outcomes for children involved in Dependency & Neglect (D&N) cases:
83% maintained or improved access to health care
80% saw better permanency and safety
73% met developmental milestones
68% improved their transition to adulthood
63% showed education improvements CASA Network Evaluation Summary…
CASA also supports six long-term outcomes that help families navigate trauma:
Relationships
Caregiver capacity
Safe and stable homes
Health
Education
Life skills
Voices That Show the Impact
The numbers tell a powerful story—but the voices of youth and leaders bring CASA’s impact to life.
One former CASA youth shared:
“My CASA volunteer always came to my IEP meetings… I eventually got on the honor roll… She even came to my graduation.”
An Executive Director from Denver CASA emphasized the importance of connection:
“Trying to build community around that child and making sure that there are people that they can rely on…”
Another leader from the Pikes Peak Region described how CASA fills service gaps:
“The courts asked us to fill that gap in the community… and we’re still the only ones in our area doing either of those things.”
Expanding Support Beyond the Courtroom
Many Colorado CASA programs have expanded services upstream and downstream of child welfare involvement—supporting families before crises escalate and after cases close. These organizations are trusted community partners who identify service gaps and respond to local needs.
CASA volunteers also serve as a connective hub between families, courts, and community resources, helping ensure children don’t fall through the cracks.
Opportunities to Grow Stronger
The evaluation highlighted two key areas for continued improvement:
Volunteer Support: Judges and caseworkers value CASA volunteers but see opportunities to better support them in their critical role.
Refined Measurement: While outcomes are promising, improving consistency in Child Wellbeing Assessments will strengthen future impact tracking.
Looking Ahead
Colorado CASA’s network demonstrates what’s possible when communities come together for children. With dedicated volunteers, strong partnerships, and a clear mission, CASA continues to deliver outsized impact—helping children find stability, build resilience, and thrive.
Evaluation completed by Corona Insights | Revised January 14, 2026
To read the full evaluation report and learn more about Colorado CASA, visit the link below.