Youth Service Bureau Of Porter County Inc.

Youth Service Bureau Of Porter County Inc., doing business as Family And Youth Services Bureau, is a corporate tax-exempt non-profit organization located in Valparaiso, Indiana. Registered in SAM.gov since 2009 with an active registration until February 2026, the organization specializes in providing critical child advocacy services through its Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program. While specific details about the organization's broader mission are not provided in the available documentation, its primary focus appears to be supporting and advocating for children involved in the judicial system who have experienced abuse, neglect, or are part of child welfare proceedings.

Through federal grant sub-awards from the Judiciary Courts of the State of Indiana, Youth Service Bureau Of Porter County Inc. operates the Porter County CASA program, which provides comprehensive advocacy services for child victims. The organization recruits, trains, and supervises community volunteers who represent the best interests of children adjudicated as Children in Need of Services (CHINS). Their grant-funded work involves critical responsibilities such as appearing at court hearings, maintaining regular contact with child victims, conducting independent investigations, and making fact-based recommendations to the court. The program focuses on addressing complex challenges including parental domestic violence, drug misuse, and mental health issues, with the ultimate goal of ensuring child safety, promoting stability, and achieving safe permanent placements for vulnerable children. The organization maintains membership with the National CASA Association and certification with the Indiana Office of Court Services, ensuring compliance with established ethical standards and program guidelines.