Putnam County Youth Development Commission Inc.

Putnam County Youth Development Commission Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Greencastle, Indiana, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since November 2, 2018, with registration valid through January 6, 2026. As a corporate entity with tax-exempt status, the organization focuses on child welfare and advocacy services, specifically through the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program. While limited information is available about the organization's broader mission, its federal grant sub-awards consistently demonstrate a commitment to supporting and advocating for children who are at risk of or have experienced abuse and neglect.

The organization has received multiple federal grant sub-awards from the Judiciary Courts of the State of Indiana, all centered on supporting and expanding the CASA Volunteer Coordinator (VC) position. These grants, awarded on October 1st in 2020, 2022, and 2024, focus on recruiting, screening, and training volunteers who provide advocacy for children in the court system. The primary objectives of these grants include increasing the volunteer base, providing high-quality training, offering professional development opportunities, and reducing the number of children awaiting CASA representation. The grant descriptions emphasize the critical nature of the volunteer coordinator role in supporting volunteers through complex court processes, with a goal of providing comprehensive support to at-risk children and families. The organization has demonstrated tangible progress, including a reported 20% reduction in waiting lists and a commitment to ongoing recruitment and volunteer support to address child welfare challenges.