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Agile Alliance Developers Team up with Kempe Center Faculty to Help Secure Funding

The Agile 2025 conference, hosted by the Agile Alliance, recently featured a “Hack 4 Good” session aimed at solving a real-world problem for a local non-profit. The initiative partnered with the Kempe Center and Growing Together Therapy, resulting in a critical breakthrough that will help secure federal funding for Colorado’s child welfare program.

8/13/25 

Fostering Healthy Futures Spotlighted in New UK Report

Foundations.org.uk released a comprehensive report on the evidence and impact of mentoring and befriending programs. We are happy to announce that the Fostering Healthy Futures (FHF) program received outstanding recognition.

7/15/25 

APSAC Honors Professor John D. Fluke with Career Achievement Award

On June 26th, the Association of Professionals Solving the Abuse of Children (APSAC) recently held its Annual Colloquium in New Orleans, marking a moment to celebrate dedication in the critical field of child maltreatment. We’re happy to announce that Professor John D. Fluke, PhD., was awarded the highly esteemed Mark Chaffin Outstanding Research Career Achievement Award!

6/26/25 

Arapahoe County Commissioners announce 2025 Youth Award Recipients

The Kempe Foundation is proud to support the inspiring Arapahoe County Mayors & Commissioners Youth Awards (ACMCYA) this year with a $2,000 contribution. It’s an honor to help recognize the remarkable graduating seniors who demonstrate incredible strength and dedication in the face of adversity.

5/16/25 
 

Kempe Blog Posts

Advocating for Children

Summer 2025 – Advocacy Efforts

The following are the approved bills that Kempe supported and worked on.    HB25-1188 Mandatory Reporter Task Force Recommendations This ...
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Prevent Child Abuse America 2025 National Conference

The power of prevention was on full display in Portland at the Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA) 2025 National Conference, ...
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Fostering Healthy Futures: A Program to Empower Youth

Fostering Healthy Futures (FHF) is currently accepting referrals for preteen and teen programs. This free, evidence-based positive youth development program ...
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CDC’s ‘Free Mind’ Campaign Addresses Youth Substance Use and Mental Health

As a new school year begins, it’s a great time to engage with young people about their mental health and ...
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Engaging with Communities

Kempe Joins Capitol Rally for New Behavioral Health Initiative

In mid-July, Jon Kruljac, CEO of the Kempe Foundation, attended an important rally at the Capitol. The event was organized ...
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VUB Recognizes Dr. John D. Fluke with Honorary Doctorate

We’re proud to share a significant achievement: John D. Fluke, PhD, was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from Vrije Universiteit Brussel on June 6, ...
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