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Wisconsin CASA has been awarded two grants from the National Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Association. These include a $60,000 Growth Grant and a $75,000 Strategic Planning Demonstration Project Grant. Wisconsin CASA recruits, trains and supports volunteers who advocate for the best interests of children who are involved in judicial proceedings related to abuse or neglect. Volunteer advocates are trained to support children through regular v

Wisconsin CASA State Conference was held in October at the Hilton Garden Sun Prairie. We had 100 attendees come together to learn, grow and connect to change the lives of the children we serve. Our keynote speaker was MelRo Potter. As one attendee said, " MelRo did a fantastic job of conveying the journey she has been through and continues to be on. Her interactions with attendees, being very encouraging and thoughtful in her message, was very much appreciated." Our breakout

On March 15, 2026 Wisconsin CASA and our local programs will be recognized as the nonprofit of the night at the Milwaukee Bucks game! ...

Mark Haakenson currently serves as the Controller and Chief Accounting Officer for the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL). In his...