“I’m Too Busy to Volunteer” – How You Can Still Make a Difference

You’ve got the heart to help—but not the hours to spare. If that sounds like you, you’re not alone. Many people feel drawn to serve children in need but hesitate to get involved because their calendars are already full. The truth is: you don’t have to become a volunteer to support the work CASA of Johnson County is doing for abused and neglected children in the court system.

There are other ways to make a lasting impact—starting today.

Why Time Isn't the Only Way to Help

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) play a critical role in giving children a voice in the legal system. But behind every CASA volunteer is an entire network of supporters—people who fuel the mission in other, just-as-important ways.

If your schedule doesn't allow for direct involvement, private contributions are a powerful way to support this work.

Your donation helps provide:

• Volunteer training and support
• Resources for advocacy work in court
• Operational support to keep our program strong and sustainable
  
  

While CASA of Johnson County is not a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and contributions are not tax-deductible, private funding remains essential to sustaining our mission. Every dollar received helps ensure that no child goes unheard in the courtroom.

The Power of Consistent Support

Whether it's a one-time gift or an ongoing monthly contribution, your financial support directly impacts how many children we can serve.

Here’s how private contributions make a difference:

• Training & Development: New advocates go through extensive pre-service training before taking on their first case. Contributions help cover these essential learning materials and coordination costs.
  
  
• Child-Centered Case Support: Donations help fund the behind-the-scenes work—case management, staff support, and child welfare resources—that ensure volunteers have what they need to succeed.
  
  
• Program Growth: More funding means more capacity. With your help, we can recruit, train, and support enough volunteers to ensure that every child in need has a voice in court.

Other Ways to Show Your Support

If financial giving isn’t the right fit, you can still champion the mission by:

• Spreading the word – Share CASA’s mission with your friends, book club, church group, or professional network.
• Connecting us to partners – If you know a business or community group looking for a cause to support, introduce them to CASA of Johnson County.
  
  
• Attending events – Participating in community events that raise awareness and support goes a long way toward keeping our mission visible and strong.
  
  

When the Time Is Right, We’ll Be Here

Even if now isn’t the season for hands-on volunteering, it may be in the future. Many of our advocates come to CASA after retirement, a career shift, or a change in family responsibilities. Keeping us on your radar means you’ll be ready to step in when the time is right.

Want to help right now—without adding more to your schedule?
Visit our support page to learn more about how your private contribution can support the children who need it most.

Together, we can make sure every child in Johnson County has someone looking out for them.