Voices for Children San Diego | Advocating for Foster Youth

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Voices for Children San Diego helps children in foster care find safety, care, and hope. The group trains local volunteers called Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) who speak up for each child in court. Every child deserves to be safe, loved, and heard.

Our Vision

Voices for Children believes every child should have a safe and permanent home. Our goal is to give a trained CASA volunteer to every foster child who needs one and to make the foster care system in San Diego County and Riverside County better for all children.

What We Do

  • Train, guide, and support CASA volunteers who stand up for foster youth
  • Review and monitor every foster child’s case in San Diego County each year
  • Teach the public about how the foster care system works
  • Speak up for laws and practices that make life better for foster kids

Our Core Values

  • Kids come first, always
  • We value and thank our caring volunteers
  • We work hard and stay humble
  • We believe in the difference we make every day
  • We keep learning and improving

Our Impact in San Diego

  • Over 1,500 foster children supported each year
  • More than 1,000 trained CASA volunteers
  • Helping judges make better decisions for children since 1980

Get Involved

You can change a child’s life. Become a CASA volunteer or learn more at www.speakupnow.org.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

What is Voices for Children San Diego?

Voices for Children San Diego is a nonprofit group that helps children in foster care. They train volunteers called CASAs (Court Appointed Special Advocates) who speak up for each child’s best interests in court.

What does a CASA volunteer do?

A CASA volunteer stands by a foster child’s side. They visit the child, talk with teachers and caregivers, and share what’s best for the child with the judge.

Who can become a CASA volunteer?

Any caring adult who is 21 or older can apply to be a CASA. Volunteers must pass background checks and complete training provided by Voices for Children San Diego.

How does Voices for Children help kids in San Diego?

The group helps hundreds of foster children each year by giving them trusted adults who make sure their needs are heard in court and in the community.

How can I get involved or donate?

You can help by becoming a CASA volunteer, donating, or spreading the word. Visit www.speakupnow.org to learn more.

Where does Voices for Children work?

Voices for Children San Diego serves foster youth across San Diego County and Riverside County.

Why is the CASA program important?

Many foster children don’t have someone to speak up for them. A CASA volunteer gives each child a voice and helps judges make better decisions about their future.

Contact Details:

Voices for Children San Diego

2851 Meadow Lark Dr, San Diego, CA 92123, United States

Phone: +1 858-569-2019
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.speakupnow.org

Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM  Sat-Sunday: Closed

Esteban Villanueva
Esteban Villanueva
Esteban Villanueva was born in Washington D.C. and raised in La Jolla. He attended both Francis Parker and The Bishop’s School locally before going to Dartmouth College where he received his B.S. in Biology and Pepperdine School of Law where he received his J.D. focusing Entertainment Law. He worked in the Latin music industry where his projects went on to win 14 Grammy Awards for artists including Ricky Martin and Carlos Santana. After starting GB Magazine with Danitza Villanueva in 2007, he has gone on to win awards and recognition from the community for his support of helping raise millions of dollars for non-profit organizations. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for the San Diego Air & Space Museum and resides in East County in San Diego where he and his wife Danitza run DAESVI Publishing, home to GB Magazine, among several other publications.

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