Our Mission

Northern Hills Court Appointed Special Advocate (NHCASA) Program seeks to promote and protect the best interests of abused and neglected children involved in the court proceedings through the advocacy efforts of trained volunteers.

We Advocate

The philosophy of NHCASA differs from that of most other non-profit organizations which advocate within the court system. We recruit and train volunteers to become a powerful voice within abuse and neglect proceedings. Case by case, we strive to minimize the cycle of child abuse. 

We Educate

In addition to advocating for children in the context of court, we also strive to educate the public about CASA, abuse and neglect issues that children face, and ways to intervene and make a difference for children. Stay up to date on upcoming events via our calendar.

We Connect

CASA Connection is a place designed for volunteers to visit with the children they serve. This can also be utilized for team meetings and family time supervised by the Department of Social Services. It includes a family-friendly space with a full kitchen, laundry, games, crafts, toys, books, private restroom, and an outdoor play area. 

Who We Are

When a child enters the child welfare system because his or her home is no longer safe due to abuse or neglect, a judge may appoint a committed volunteer to advocate for the best interest of the child in court and other settings, called a Court Appointed Special Advocate.

What We Do

NHCASA promotes and protects the best interests of abused and neglected children involved in court proceedings through the advocacy efforts of trained volunteers. In 2023, we served 85 children in the 4th Judicial Circuit which includes the counties of Butte, Lawrence, Meade, Corson, Perkins, Harding, Ziebach, and Dewey.

How To Help

A donation to NHCASA is an investment in a child and the community. With your gift, you can help the CASA program to provide the very best volunteer advocacy for children removed from their homes due to abuse and/or neglect. The children appreciate your support!

Children Served in 2024

Children Waiting for a CASA

Volunteers Active on a Case

Annual Premier Events

Dueling Pianos

Sat, Nov 2, 2024

Spearfish Canyon Half Marathon & 5K Race

Sat, Jul 12, 2025

Black Hills Super 6

Sat, Aug 16, 2025

Upcoming Events

October 15, 2024
  • October 15, 2024  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Enough Abuse: Strategies for Your Family and Community

October 17, 2024
  • October 17, 2024  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    New CASA Volunteer Courtroom Training

October 21, 2024
  • October 21, 2024

    Request Christmas Wish Lists

October 24, 2024
  • October 24, 2024  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Volunteer Appreciation Banquet; BHSU Joy Center

October 26, 2024
  • October 26, 2024  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Haunted "Bloody Bath" Car Wash (Buggy Bath Car Wash, Spearfish)
    Buggy Bath Car Wash, 1700 N Main St, Spearfish, SD 57783, USA

October 27, 2024
  • October 27, 2024  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Haunted "Bloody Bath" Car Wash (Buggy Bath Car Wash, Spearfish)
    Buggy Bath Car Wash, 1700 N Main St, Spearfish, SD 57783, USA

November 2, 2024
  • November 2, 2024

    Dueling Pianos; Spearfish Holiday Inn

November 6, 2024
  • November 6, 2024  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    NHCASA Lunch & Learn (QPR Mental Health Training)

November 9, 2024
  • November 9, 2024

    Christmas Gifts Due

November 11, 2024
  • November 11, 2024

    NHCASA Closed

November 12, 2024
  • November 12, 2024

    Board Meeting/BOD Annual Meeting

November 13, 2024
  • November 13, 2024  10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Wrap Day; BHSU Joy Center

November 14, 2024
  • November 14, 2024

    Board Meeting

  • November 14, 2024  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    NHCASA Social; Bingo

November 17, 2024
  • November 17, 2024  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Virtual Learning; Enough Abuse

November 18, 2024
  • November 18, 2024

    Christmas Wish Lists Due

November 19, 2024
  • November 19, 2024  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Understanding ACEs

November 20, 2024
  • November 20, 2024 - November 23, 2024  

    Spearfish Zonta Festival of Trees

  • November 20, 2024  9:00 am - 10:00 am

    Cup O'CASA

November 21, 2024
  • November 20, 2024 - November 23, 2024  

    Spearfish Zonta Festival of Trees

  • November 21, 2024

    Make Tree Tags

November 22, 2024
  • November 20, 2024 - November 23, 2024  

    Spearfish Zonta Festival of Trees

  • November 22, 2024

    Tags out to locations

November 23, 2024
  • November 20, 2024 - November 23, 2024  

    Spearfish Zonta Festival of Trees

Serving the Northern Black Hills

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