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Commissioners approve 2025–26 social services agreements with CASA and Friends of the Family; CASA reports serving 600 children
Summary
Denton County Commissioners unanimously approved social services agreements for 2025–26 with CASA and Friends of the Family. A CASA representative told the court volunteers served 600 children this month and encouraged volunteer recruitment.
The Denton County Commissioners Court unanimously approved the 2025–26 social services agreements between Denton County and two nonprofit partners — Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Denton County and Friends of the Family — during its Oct. 28 meeting.
A CASA representative explained that CASA volunteers are community members trained to advocate for children affected by abuse and neglect and said the program had served 600 children so far this month, surpassing the total number served all of last year. The representative encouraged residents to sign up for information sessions and volunteer training, noting the role typically requires about 10–12 hours per month.
Judge Andy Eads and commissioners thanked both organizations for their work. The court approved the agreements and then paused for a check presentation and a photo opportunity with the organizations' representatives.
No financial details of the contracts beyond the agenda listing were discussed on the record; commissioners praised the organizations' service and encouraged members of the public to volunteer.
