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 2025, 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 2026

Children Waiting for a CASA

Volunteers Active on a Case

Annual Premier Events

Spearfish Canyon Half Marathon & 5K Race

Sat, Jul 11, 2026

Black Hills Super 6

Sat, Aug 15, 2026

Dueling Pianos

Sat, Oct 24, 2026

Upcoming Events

March 13, 2026
  • March 13, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Black Hills Super 6 Committee Meeting

March 16, 2026
  • March 16, 2026  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    New CASA Volunteer Training

March 17, 2026
  • March 17, 2026  9:00 am - 10:00 am

    Cup O'CASA

  • March 17, 2026  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Virtual Learning: Understanding ACEs

March 18, 2026
  • March 18, 2026  11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Court Improvement Program Virtual Leaning; Understanding Kinship Care, Foster Care, and Placement

March 19, 2026
  • March 19, 2026  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    New CASA Volunteer Training

March 23, 2026
  • March 23, 2026  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    New CASA Volunteer Training

March 25, 2026
  • March 25, 2026

    Ask Letter Mailing

March 26, 2026
  • March 26, 2026

    Multidisciplinary Response to Victims Services Conference

March 30, 2026
  • March 30, 2026  5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Courtroom Training
    Deadwood, SD, USA

April 1, 2026
  • April 1, 2026  8:00 am - 9:00 am

    Spearfish Chamber of Commerce Coffee Connection & Community Cup O'CASA

  • April 1, 2026  6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Sawyer Brewing Caring Community Event

April 8, 2026
  • April 8, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Learn About CASA

April 9, 2026
  • April 9, 2026  9:00 am - 10:00 am

    Community Cup O'CASA
    BrewBerry Bistro, 890 Lazelle St, Sturgis, SD 57785, USA

  • April 9, 2026  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Board Meeting

April 16, 2026
  • April 16, 2026  9:00 am - 10:00 am

    Community Cup O'CASA
    That Place in Lead, 501 W Main St, Lead, SD 57754, USA

April 17, 2026
  • April 17, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Strike Out Child Abuse Bowling Social
    Sturgis Strikers, 910 1st St, Sturgis, SD 57785, USA

April 21, 2026
  • April 21, 2026  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Virtual Learning: Enough Abuse

April 23, 2026
  • April 23, 2026  9:00 am - 10:00 am

    Community Cup O'CASA
    Wild Magnolia, 710 State St, Belle Fourche, SD 57717, USA

Serving the Northern Black Hills

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