Richland County CASA Foundation, Inc.

Advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children in Richland County Family Court by providing quality volunteer and legal representation to ensure each child a safe, permanent, nurturing home.

The Richland County CASA Foundation believes that every child should be given the opportunity to thrive which is why we support court appointed volunteer advocacy for the children who have experienced abuse and neglect, some of whom that have had to be placed throughout South Carolina.

Total Children served in the past two years:
2023 - 1657
2024 - 1500

Testimonials

I am a product of a guardian's compassion. As a young child in foster care, being separated from my family was the hardest. When I first met my guardian I was guarded because I felt she was only there because she had to be, just like any other worker. I soon realized that she was not here for my mother, not my father, but for me. Many negative paths opened up for my future that I could have chosen. I used my past as a tool rather than a restraint. The love and empathy that the guardian showed gave me the fortitude to push through my adversity.

My case closed and I never saw my guardian again, but she unknowingly inspired me to pursue a career in the helping field. Fourteen years later I was given the opportunity to volunteer at Richland County CASA as an intern and a guardian. When I saw my former guardian, I realized that I had left an impression on her just as much she did I. Even though I was unable to express my appreciation as a seven year old, I revealed it standing there as a proud independent success willing to reciprocate the compassion she gave me."

~Pashion Cook