Riverside County Honors Mariana Robles As District One Volunteer Of The Year

The retired educator and longtime CASA volunteer has long supported foster youth, helped reunite families and advocated for kids in need.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:11pm

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Riverside County Supervisor's District One Supervisor Jose Medina has named Mariana Robles the District One's Volunteer of the Year in recognition of her dedication to children and families in Riverside County. Robles, a retired educator, has spent nearly six years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), supporting 14 youth in foster care, including sibling groups and children served through the Pechanga Tribal Court.

Why it matters

Robles' work as a CASA volunteer has had a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable youth in Riverside County, helping to reunite families, secure stable placements with relatives, support children's educational and personal growth, and ensure proper care for medically fragile infants. Her bilingual skills have also helped bridge communication gaps and support family reunification efforts.

The details

In 2024, Robles was named CASA of the Year in Riverside County. Beyond her direct service, she continues to uplift foster youth by speaking publicly and supporting efforts to strengthen care systems.

  • Robles has spent nearly six years as a CASA volunteer.
  • In 2024, Robles was named CASA of the Year in Riverside County.

The players

Mariana Robles

A retired educator who has spent nearly six years as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), supporting 14 youth in foster care, including sibling groups and children served through the Pechanga Tribal Court.

Jose Medina

Riverside County Supervisor's District One Supervisor, who named Mariana Robles the District One's Volunteer of the Year.

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The takeaway

Robles' dedication and impact as a CASA volunteer in Riverside County highlights the vital role that volunteers play in supporting vulnerable children and families, and the difference that one person can make in the lives of those in need.