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Giving Back for theFuture

The Kempe Society is a group of individuals dedicated to strengthening and securing the future of The Kempe Center. Recognizing that The Center’s needs will only grow over time, these generous and forward-thinking supporters have made Kempe part of their estate planning. Through their wills, trusts, and properties, they are ensuring that the work of The Kempe Center can and will continue. Join this exclusive group of supporters committed to the Kempe Foundation. 

Why Join The Kempe Society

Leave a lasting legacy that will positively impact future generations

invest in the direct support of children and families

provide ongoing trainings and education for thousands of professionals

fund new and promising initiatives to attract the best and brightest experts

Watch a video to learn about the kempe mission

Planned Giving Options

Annual Giving

Donate cash, annuities, stocks, and other securities

Beneficiary Designations

Allows freedom to transfer assets directly

Endowment Gifts

Give to an already established endowment that supports a specific program at Kempe or launch a new endowment

IRA Rollovers

Transfer funds directly while saving on taxes

Real Estate

Make a gift through property you own, Kempe can take care of the evaluation, listing and sale of this property

Wills and Living Trusts

A simple, flexible option to support our work through a gift in your will or living trust

Thank you to our Kempe Society members, ensuring the work of The Kempe Center will continue into the future!

Terry and Dorie Adams

Mike and Linda Alexander

Estate of Dr. Jules Amer

Bobbie Bardt

Wayne and Debra Berger

Florence S. Best

Estate of Patricia B. Booth

Kathleen K. Brock

Yvonne J. Camacho Trust

Heather Campbell and Jerry Landeck

Reynolds G. Cannon

Betty W. and Edward A. Cook III

Walt and Georgia Imhoff

Bruce A. Fowler

Ken and Judy Friednash

Linda J. Goto

Dr. Richard D. Krugman

Jon and Teri Kruljac

Suzanne and David Lewis

Estate of Milan R. Mraz

Norbert J. Samford Fund

Dick Saunders

Dan and Marian Seff

Mark and Victoria Smith

Marguerite Stewart

Estate of Alvin and Margaret Taege

Dr. Lynn and Lisa Taussig

Betty Thomas

Nancy J. Tyler

Nancy Vagianos

Dorothy M. Wotring Trust

Hear From OurMembers

"With our first-hand knowledge of the damage to children from child abuse, we support Kempe in its missions to spot, heal and prevent child abuse. No other organization matches Kempe in its comprehensive evidence-based work helping children."
Suzanne Lewis and David LewisKempe Society Members
Suzanne Lewis and David Lewis
“We are pleased to be able to include The Kempe Foundation in our estate plans and assist in creating sustainability in support of the critical work by Kempe Center professionals. We hope that our legacy gift will inspire others to include Kempe in their estate plans and help reach more children and families in need.”
Jon Kruljac and Teri KruljacKempe Society Members
Jon Kruljac and Teri Kruljac
"Assisting vulnerable children and families is a mission that has long been important to me. Kempe’s central goal to prevent child maltreatment aligns well with my desire to create a brighter future for children. I feel privileged to become a member of the Kempe Society and continue its legacy of excellence."
Ren CannonKempe Society Member
Ren Cannon
"Tori and I are proud to be part of the Kempe Society Legacy membership. Having worked with Kempe at the Board level and various committees over the years, I have seen first hand their unwavering commitment to children’s well being. Our legacy gift assures us that their great work can continue beyond our lifetimes.”
Mark and Tori SmithKempe Society Members
Mark and Tori Smith
"We believe that all children deserve a loving and nurturing environment. Including Kempe in our estate plans is a step toward realizing that vision for vulnerable children in our community.”
Dan and Marian SeffKempe Society Members
Dan and Marian Seff

The Need to JoinThe Kempe Society

600K+

cases of child abuse and neglect annually reported across the country

~$600B

estimated cost of child abuse and neglect

1 in 7

children are estimated to have experienced abuse or neglect

20 Years Less

the life expectancy of victims of child abuse or neglect

Picture Yourselfas Part of Something Big

Read below to learn about existing Kempe Foundation endowments given through The Kempe Society.

The Richard D. Krugman Professorship in Child Abuse Policy, Practice, and Prevention

The holder of this endowment is intended for a professor in one or more of the Health Profession Schools on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, and who embraces multidisciplinary research and practice and policy development within the wider state, national, and international community.
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The Berger Fellow

Dedicated to support the development of a future leader in the field of child abuse and neglect, The Berger Fellow supports the research, treatment, and program development activities at The Kempe Center to expand intervention programs for abused children.
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Brandt F. Steele, M.D. Endowment Fund

To support intervention programs that prevent and treat child abuse and neglect at The Kempe Center.

The Jack and Viki Thompson Chair for Child Maltreatment and Family Health

The first endowed chair in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine to support the prevention of child maltreatment. This is also the first endowed chair in pediatrics for child maltreatment in the country. The Jack and Viki Thompson Chair for Child Maltreatment and Family Health will allow The Kempe Center to continue its research treatment services and development of new programs to break the cycle of abuse.

The Helen M. McLoraine Kempe Children’s Foundation Endowment Fund

To support the Kempe Fostering Healthy Futures program which provides individual assessments, mentoring and advocacy, and therapeutic skills groups to preadolescent children in foster care.

Imhoff Family Endowment Fund

To support the general operations of The Kempe Foundation and The Kempe Center. Walt and Georgia were special champions of Kempe and this Endowment Fund is a tribute to them. They will always be in the hearts and minds of those dedicated to Kempe’s mission because of their love for children and desire to help those who have been abused and neglected.
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