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**[Child & Family Development](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/services/child-family-development)**

Our vibrant child care and preschool programs, with multiple locations, as well as our Family Resource Center, provide dedicated and much-needed support to children and families.** [Learn More](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/services/child-family-development) <https://43565220.hs-sites.com/services/child-family-development>**

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**[Child Welfare & Well-being](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/services/child-welfare-wellbeing)**

Our Transitional Therapeutic Home and Supervised Apartment Living programs provide a safe shelter for kids in foster care who are between homes or beginning to transition to the next phase in life.**[Learn More](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/services/child-welfare-wellbeing) <https://43565220.hs-sites.com/services/child-welfare-wellbeing>**

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**[Our History](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/our-history)**

What began as a refuge for unwed mothers and an adoption agency over 125 years ago, is now a robust organization that thrives on the advocacy for children and keeping families together.** [Learn More](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/our-history) <https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/our-history>**

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**[Board of Directors](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/board-of-directors)**

Crittenton is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors whose qualifications and decision-making help lead and grow our agency.** [Learn More](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/board-of-directors) <https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/board-of-directors>**

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Our highly talented and experienced staff provide compassionate, person-centered, and dedicated care to all those we serve.** [Learn More](https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/our-staff) <https://43565220.hs-sites.com/about-us/our-staff>**

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**[Passport to Possibilities: Crittenton Center Annual Fundraiser](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/passport-to-possibilities-your-ticket-to-an-evening-of-impact)**

Pack your bags for an unforgettable evening as we support the journeys of children and families! **[Learn More](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/passport-to-possibilities-your-ticket-to-an-evening-of-impact)**

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**[Volunteer Opportunities](https://crittentoncenter.org/contact#volunteer-opportunities)**

Want to make an impact on a child’s life through meaningful activities? Become a volunteer today!** [Learn More](https://crittentoncenter.org/contact#volunteer-opportunities) <https://crittentoncenter.org/contact#volunteer-opportunities>**

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**[Calendar of Events](https://crittentoncenter.org/calendar-of-events)**

Crittenton Center hosts an array of fun events for the whole family. Check out any upcoming educational, inspirational, and FUN activities we have in store for you!**[Learn More](https://crittentoncenter.org/calendar-of-events) <https://crittentoncenter.org/news/tag/events>**

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#### Big Things are Happening at the Crittenton Center. Stay Up-to-Date on all the Latest!

## [Strengthening Safety at Crittenton Center: New AED Enhances Emergency Preparedness At Crittenton Center, creating safe, supportive environments for children, youth, ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/strengthening-safety-at-crittenton-center-new-aed-enhances-emergency-preparedness)

## [Crittenton Center Announces New Partnership with Briar Cliff University to Expand Educational Opportunities for Employees Briar Cliff University is proud to formally introduce its new Partner Tuition Advantage ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/crittenton-center-announces-new-partnership-with-briar-cliff-university-to-expand-educational-opportunities-for-employees)

## [Celebrating Decades of Dedication At Crittenton Center, we believe in the power of consistency, compassion, and community. ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/celebrating-decades-of-dedication)

## [A Grateful Farewell to Our Former Board President, Jeremy Uhl After nearly a decade of steadfast leadership and service, we are bidding farewell to ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/a-grateful-farewell-to-our-former-board-president-jeremy-uhl)

## [Crittenton Center Expands Shelter Services with Addition of Two Therapists Crittenton Center is announcing the hiring of two therapists, Kassie Scorza and Amber ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/crittenton-center-expands-shelter-services-with-addition-of-two-therapists)

## [Step Up for Homeless Kids Giving Tuesday is a movement that unleashes the power of radical generosity around the ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/step-up-for-homeless-kids)

## [Crittenton's own receives Child Care Worker of the Year When we tell you we have the best staff, we mean it! Our VP of Children and Family ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/crittentons-own-receives-child-care-worker-of-the-year)

## [Honoring former Board President, welcoming 2024 We have a lot of amazing people who partner with us over the years. One of those people ... Start Reading](https://crittentoncenter.org/news/honoring-and-welcoming-2024-board-of-directors)

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