CASA-15th Judicial Circuit volunteers are men and women who want to help their community's children.  They work for the judge, alongside attorneys and social workers, as officers of the court.

When a volunteer advocate is appointed to a child's case he or she is responsible for taking the time to find out as much as possible about that child.  Volunteers review records, interview parents, talk to teachers, neighbors, and, most importantly, the child. CASA volunteers then appear in court to recommend to the judge the actions and services that meet that particular child's needs at that particular moment in his or her life and for the child's future.

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The mission of Focus House is to foster safer and healthier communities by providing a continuum of quality services that includes education, counseling, alternative programming, and residential treatment to at-risk youth and their families in Ogle and surrounding counties. The Foundation for Focus House is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and was established as a fundraising board in order to be able to provide needed items for each youth to help ensure they are able to complete to program successfully. 

Our mission is to advocate on behalf of domestic abuse victims and their children in a welcoming environment. Our caring professionals provide safety planning, support, shelter, and referrals while empowering survivors to build a safe and peaceful future.

Our work: We offer support, counseling, assistance, and resources to those who are contending with the effects of abusive relationships. Counseling and court advocacy services are available in Ogle County. We have offices in Rochelle, IL; Oregon, IL; and Polo, IL.

For over 40 years the Hub City Senior Center has offered a variety of activities and programs that help seniors maintain physical, mental, and social wellness. Through our senior center we provide carefully designed programs that promote therapeutic recreation, socialization, physical and mental stimulation, health education and intergenerational companionship.  We provide transportation Monday through Friday to anywhere in the greater Rochelle area. And partner with LifeScapes to provide nutritional meals daily, as well as Rock River Center to assist with governmental paperwork.

PSR is celebrating our 25th year of providing therapeutic equine activities.  We serve mentally, physically, and/or emotionally challenged individuals through a number or horse related activities.  We are a volunteer-based organization, with no government funding.  We rely on the generosity of the community with a minimal charge to our participants.

The mission of the Rochelle Area Community Foundation (RACF) is to offer those with a philanthropic heart a simple way to make a positive difference in the community. We pride ourselves on keeping 100% of donations local and in support of our nonprofit community partners. Since 2010 RACF has given out almost $870,000 in grants. This is made possible through endowments, donor advised funds, agency funds, designated funds, field of interest funds and general donations.

The vision of Shining Star CAC is to reduce the trauma of child abuse through identification, offender accountability, advocacy, counseling, and education on the path to eliminating child abuse. Shining Star CAC serves children and families in Ogle and Lee counties. Our mission is to transform victims of child abuse into survivors.  This mission is upheld by providing services to children ages 3 to 18 years and disabled adults.  Services provided are child forensic interviews, mental health services, specialized medical exams, advocacy, community education, and professional development for multidisciplinary team members.  All services proved to clients are at no cost to the clients.  

The Rochelle Christian Food Pantry (RCFP) opened its doors in 1982 and for 40 years provided food and other needed supplies at no cost to thousands of individuals and families. The RCFP is funded through the generous support of the area churches, individual and corporate donations and funds provided by the Federal Government. Some food is purchased from the Northern Illinois Food Bank where $1 purchases $8 worth of food. Additionally, area businesses generously donate food to the pantry. The RCFP uses volunteers from the area churches to staff the pantry when it is open on Tuesday and Friday afternoons. The RCFP has seen a significant increase in individuals and families accessing its services with the recent economic situation. The RCFP is very grateful to the From the Heart organization for its generosity over the past many years. For more information on the RCFP please find us on Facebook or contact us at contact 815-562-6654.

The mission of Community Action Network is to serve as a bridge between families and the community by providing essential resources to support children and families in need. Operating solely on donations, grants, and fundraisers, CAN hosts a variety of annual activities designed to give back to the community. These include the Children’s Holiday Shopping Trip and Spaghetti Dinner, which sponsor over 200 children and families by providing meals and necessary clothing. During this event, a winter coat drive and new shoe distribution for kids are also held. At the start of each school year, CAN ensures children have the tools they need by providing backpacks filled with school supplies and a book for reading. Additionally, CAN organizes spring and fall food truck festivals in downtown Rochelle, which serve as both a fundraiser and a community celebration