Patch Local Heroes: CASA Volunteers Advocate For Fairfax Children

FAIRFAX CITY, VA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Alexis Shield and Kailey Allen who nominated Fairfax CASA Volunteers of Fairfax City. The volunteers work tirelessly to advocate for children with open abuse and neglect cases.

Local hero’s full name

Fairfax CASA Volunteers

Local hero’s home state

Virginia

Local hero’s Patch

Fairfax City

How do you know the local hero?

Volunteer Group

What does the local hero do?

CASA volunteers advocate for children with open abuse and neglect cases. They work tirelessly to support the children on their cases, and are often the one steady presence in a child’s life during this time.

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

CASA volunteers are steadfast in their commitment to the children on their cases. They collectively served over 260 children in the last year. They visit their children often, attend meetings and court proceedings, and collectively served over 18,000 hours in the last year. This consistent dedication to the well being of the children on their cases makes them all heroes in the Fairfax community!

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

Fairfax CASA volunteers work tirelessly on behalf of the children and families on their cases.

Thank you for all you do, Fairfax CASA Volunteers!

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