we are here for children & families 

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is on the news and everyone’s mind, the impact is being felt in our homes and our community. By working together, we will get through this crisis stronger than we were before.

Because of the current situation we have decided to place our 125-day challenge on hold. Please note, that although the activities and celebration are postponed, Crittenton Center is still serving:

• children at our Emergency Shelter
• teens in our Life-skills Independent Living program
• parents through our In-Home Family Education, Support and Resource programs

Many of you have asked how you can help the children and parents we serve. A few ways you can make a difference: 

• Fill out this form: https://bit.ly/COVID19nonprofitPLEA to ask your lawmakers in your state to consider non-profits in COVID-19 stimulus packages. This takes less than 1-minute to fill out and pertains to museums and non-profits. 
• Send a card to a child at our Emergency Shelter or a teen in our Life-skills Independent Living program (visitors are not allowed at the Shelter due to the Governor’s order)
• Purchase a gift card for as little as $10 to a local restaurant - P.S. This is a win-win, a child at the Shelter gets a break from cafeteria meals and it helps a local business

Mail cards &/or gift cards to:                        

     “We Care about Crittenton Kids”

      Crittenton Center PO Box 295

      Sioux City, IA 51102-0295

• Businesses and non-profits alike have already been impacted financially and Crittenton Center is no exception. If you feel so inclined to help, click on this link: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/florence-crittenton-center-home-of-sioux-city-ia ,any gift is greatly appreciated.

Thank you and please stay healthy,  

Marian Burnett

Executive Director

125th Celebration & Challenge

Crittenton Center has touched so many lives in its 125 years. To continue doing so for years to come we have announced a special opportunity to raise awareness and funds.

The work we do is challenging, complex, rewarding and long-term but so are the dreams for Crittenton Center’s future. We are honoring the history of Crittenton Center while welcoming the future with a celebration and challenge and we are asking you to join us!

Since the 1890’s, “Flo Crit”, as many know the organization, has been a lifeline to people facing difficult challenges. We’re committed to sheltering, educating and empowering children, individuals and families for years to come.

Elizabeth – a mom, who earned an associate degree in social work and psychology is an unstoppable force who was recognized by the Commissioner of Women’s Rights Advocacy for her resilience and outstanding academic excellence for her work in advancing child welfare in the state of Iowa.

Elizabeth is a survivor and triumphed after being born into a sex ring in NW Iowa. Elizabeth was placed in our Emergency Shelter at the age of three, where she began to heal from the trauma and learn to trust her own two feet.

“Crittenton Center is where I felt love for the first time,” Elizabeth says. “To this day Crittenton Center hold a special place in my heart and I credit them for helping me gain the skills I needed to find safety in a permanent family setting.”

DONATE $125 and ask others to join you! 

✓ GIVE ONLINE by clicking here. 

✓ HOST YOUR OWN EVENT: Organize a jeans day, bake sale, chili cook-off and more! 

✓ TEXT: GIVE125 to 44321 

✓ VIA FACEBOOK: Donate, share stories of those helped by Crittenton Center and tell others why you’re in! 

✓ CONTACT: Tracy Feathers, 712.255.4321 or tfeathers@crittentoncenter.org

Thank you, your support directly benefits children and families in Siouxland.