CASA F.A.M.

About CASA F.A.M.

Court Appointed Special Advocate: Fresno and Madera The Voice That Empowers Foster Youth Hosted By: Diane O'Canto Mission: CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties trains volunteers as Court Appointed Special Advocates to be a guiding voice empowering vulnerable children and youth in foster care to reach their full potential in life. The World Needs More Heroes Welcome to the CASA F.A.M Podcast, where you will hear in-depth stories of Heroes of Hope, Foster Youth, and how we can create change. Tune in every other Tuesday for insight on how to become a part of the solution Interested in becoming an advocate? No superpowers are required. Just a powerful voice to speak up for children and youth in foster care. You form strong bonds through outings, spending time together, and listening. When these children face challenges in life or in court, you can be there with kindness, support, and hope for the future. Become a voice for the voiceless. Become a CASA Hero of Hope! Website: https://www.casafresnomadera.org/become-an-advocate/ Instagram: @casafresno_madera

Publisher

CASA Fresno and Madera

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Jun 2023

Latest episode

29 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

26 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Jul 2025

   Meet Johnathan Sabado: Showing Up for Foster Youth, One Event at a Time

   🎙 CASA Fam: Showing Up with Heart, featuring Johnathan In this inspiring episode of CASA Fam, we sit down with Johnathan, one of our dedicated CASA volunteers, to hear how he found his way to CASA and why he continues to show up with heart. From how he first heard about the organization to the moments that deepened his connection, Johnathan shares the impact of saying yes to service — even outside the traditional advocate role. He opens up about balancing volunteering with a busy schedule, wh...

2. 

   1 Jul 2025

   Episode 25: The Power of People: Transforming Volunteerism with Betsy McFarland

   Volunteer engagement strategist Betsy McFarland discusses how to empower CASA programs, strengthen recruitment, and attract aligned volunteers in an interview on volunteerism.

3. 

   14 May 2025

   Episode 24: A Legacy of Empowerment: Wilma Tom Hashimoto’s CASA Farewell

   In this heartfelt farewell episode, Wilma Tom Hashimoto looks back on her 15 impactful years with CASA of Fresno and Madera Counties – 8 years as a dedicated board member and 7 as Executive Director. Wilma shares her journey, leadership lessons, and the powerful moments that shaped her time at CASA, while offering a glimpse into the future she envisions for the organization. Listen in as Wilma reflects on: Her early days at CASA and what inspired her to leadThe growth and transformation of CA...

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