CASA of Mesa County honored Steve and Terri Driscoll as the May 2025 CASA Champions, honoring their dedication to making a difference in the lives of children in foster care.

After moving to Mesa County from the Front Range three years ago, the Driscolls were sworn in as Court Appointed Special Advocates in December 2024 and have been working together on their first case since January.

“We recently retired and were looking for ways to have some fun and do some good,” Steve said. “Being a CASA has turned out to be both.”

He added, “I’m amazed at the resiliency of these kids… despite what they’ve been through. And I give a lot of credit to the foster families. They are incredible people who really go above and beyond.”

The Driscolls say one of the most meaningful parts of their CASA journey is doing it together. “It’s a great opportunity to serve,” said Terri. “If you are able to do it with your spouse or a friend, it is great to be able to share that together. I would really recommend it.”

CASA of Mesa County encourages community members to consider volunteering together, especially for those who may feel uncertain about taking on a case alone. Partnering with a spouse or friend can provide added support and a shared perspective when advocating for a child’s best interests.

“The training is excellent and really prepared us to do this work,” Steve said. “The ongoing training is also helpful. We’ve learned about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, trauma and domestic violence, things that are critical to understanding the needs of the children we serve.”

CASA of Mesa County hopes the Driscolls’ story inspires others to take the first step toward becoming a child’s voice in court. To learn more about volunteering with CASA, visit www.casamc.org.