Be the voice for a child in Jefferson County.
From Charles Town to Shepherdstown to Harpers Ferry, children in Jefferson County’s court system need one adult who shows up for them and only them. CASA of the Eastern Panhandle trains and supports volunteers right here in the county.
Children in Jefferson County are waiting.
Jefferson County cases are heard at the courthouse in Charles Town. Every new volunteer means one more child who isn’t waiting for an advocate.
Figures as of January 1, 2026, across Berkeley, Jefferson, and Morgan counties.
Jefferson County, close to home.
We keep an office in downtown Charles Town so Jefferson County volunteers never have to drive to Martinsburg for supervision or training.
CASA-EP Charles Town
201 N. George Street, Suite B, Charles Town, WV 25414 · (304) 263-5100 · Mon–Fri 9–5, call ahead.
Jefferson County Courthouse
N. George Street, Charles Town — steps from our office. Where Jefferson County advocates are sworn in and where your cases are heard.
Charles Town & Martinsburg
Pre-service training is held at our offices; tell us which location is closer when you apply and we’ll let you know the next class.
Volunteering in Charles Town, Ranson, Shepherdstown & Harpers Ferry
Our Jefferson County advocates come from Charles Town, Ranson, Shepherdstown, Harpers Ferry, Kearneysville, and Summit Point. Students, working professionals, and retirees all serve here — there is no typical CASA volunteer.
What a Jefferson County case looks like
You’re matched with a child or siblings. You visit them regularly, talk with their teachers, caregivers, and caseworker, and write a report the judge actually reads. Most advocates give 10–15 hours a month, and a CASA-EP supervisor is with you on every case.
Looking for other ways to help in Jefferson County?
If advocacy isn’t the right fit right now, you can mentor a young person, support our Fostering Futures program for teens in care, or sponsor our work as a local business.
This is what advocacy looks like in Jefferson County.
Meet Robert Gillette: Advocating for Families, Building Community
Robert supervises many of our Jefferson County advocates. Here’s how he talks about the work.
I liked being the one that never gave up on her. Sometimes the threads that tether children to caring adults aren’t always there.
No law degree required. Just you.
Our Jefferson County advocates are teachers, retirees, nurses, tradespeople, and parents. Here’s what we actually ask for:
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- Be committed to improving the lives of vulnerable children.
- Bring passion, positivity, and professionalism.
- Communicate effectively, both out loud and in writing.
- Be comfortable with word processing and database technology.
- Have time for 35 hours of training, then 10–15 hours per month of child engagement and advocacy.
- Bring a willingness to learn and an open mind toward life experiences different from your own.
Five steps. One promise.
Complete a volunteer inquiry form
Tell us you’re interested — that’s it. No commitment yet.
Talk it through with our staff
A CASA-EP staff member will contact you to discuss your interest and answer questions.
Complete a formal application
The paperwork part. We promise it’s painless.
Screening interview
A conversation with CASA-EP staff so we can get to know you.
Background check
Successfully complete a criminal background check and provide documentation of a safe driving record.
Their voices in Jefferson County need yours.
As a volunteer advocate, you ensure that the voices of children in Jefferson County are heard — and that their needs stay a priority in an overburdened child welfare system.