In the words of Dr. King, "Everybody can be great... because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love."

As America celebrates King's memory, we celebrate your service as CASA volunteers - the everyday heroes who answer the call. This is a stronger community because we have people like you who stand up for and advocate for foster and kinship children.

Your commitment and concern for our youth help them find safe homes, transition to adulthood and give children an adult that they can count on. Your visits, court reports and advocacy make their lives better. Thank you all for your loyalty and persistence on behalf of our children.

For a special King Day message from Lance click here.

To hear from Judge Glenda A. Hatchett, National CASA spokesperson, click here.