Entries by Amanda Desmarais

Margaret M.L. Byrnes Named Next President & CEO of CASA of New Hampshire

Today, the CASA of New Hampshire Board of Directors announced that Margaret M.L. Byrnes has been selected as the organization’s next President and CEO following a comprehensive statewide and national search. Byrnes will succeed Marcia “Marty” Sink, CASA of NH’s founder and longtime leader, who announced in late 2025 that she will retire after nearly four decades […]

CASA of NH Welcomes 13 New Advocates

CASA of New Hampshire is delighted to welcome 13 new advocates who graduated in May. Congratulations to Kayne, Anthony, Fred, Ashley, Abi, Geoff, Lisa, Nicola, Daniel, Dave, Keri, Jenn and Claudia. CASA of NH offers a variety of different trainings, including virtual, in-person and hybrid options. Summer and fall sessions include hybrid starting on July […]

CASA Cares Supports NH’s Children Experiencing Abuse and Neglect

CASA of New Hampshire held its annual fundraising gala CASA Cares on May 1 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Manchester. Presented by Novocure, the event included a live auction and jewelry raffle courtesy of Day’s Jewelers. Funds raised will aid CASA of NH in its mission to recruit, train and support volunteers to provide […]

Advocate Supervisor – Manchester

Join CASA of NH, a dynamic, high-energy, mission-based organization that is oriented toward high impact quality advocacy. CASA of NH provides volunteer advocacy for children in New Hampshire who experienced abuse or neglect. You will be joining caring professionals led by a senior leadership team who values a supportive, diverse, talented, and friendly work environment, […]

CASA Kristy Jobin on Why She Volunteers

I’m a Bow resident, a wife, and a mom, and community is truly at the heart of everything I do. Professionally, I serve as the Director of Community Development for the Town of Amherst, where my work centers on planning, housing, and fostering strong, sustainable communities. Outside of my career, volunteering is a meaningful part […]

CASA of NH Welcomes 15 New Advocates

Please join CASA of New Hampshire in welcoming 15 new advocates – congratulations to Lindsey, Jim, Liza, Julie, Nathan, Susie, Sue, Lynne, Paul, Brianna, John, Lisa, Susan, Allison and Melyssa. CASA of NH offers a variety of different trainings, including virtual, in-person and hybrid options. Spring and summer 2026 trainings include one all-virtual option beginning […]

CASA of NH Announces Fund in Honor of Retiring CEO and Founder

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Hampshire CEO and Founder Marty Sink is retiring as of July 1, 2026. In recognition of her incredible 38-year career and impact on the state, CASA of NH’s Board of Directors established the Marty Sink Legacy Fund for Advocates. This is in honor of Marty, who instilled in CASA the core belief that the volunteer advocates are […]

CASA of NH Welcomes 8 New Advocates

Please join CASA of New Hampshire in welcoming 8 new advocates – congratulations to Kenz, Sally, Tess, Jane, Karen, Paula, Mallory and Ann on completing your training!   CASA of NH offers a variety of different trainings, including virtual, in-person and hybrid options. For winter and early spring of 2026, classes will be held entirely virtually […]

Hometown Hero: The woman who brought CASA to New Hampshire [Concord Monitor]

David Brooks recently wrote a Hometown Hero profile on Marty Sink for the Concord Monitor. Below is an excerpt, followed by a link to the full article: “Many people have helped a child or a few children in their lives. Marty Sink has helped thousands. As the person who spearheaded the drive that brought Court […]