Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families

Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families Nonprofit organization serving the Pikes Peak Region

By fostering collaboration and collective impact, JI catalyzes hope for a better future – for the children, youth, and families we serve and the community as a whole.

The August features updates from Colorado Shines and Universal Preschool; a save-the-date for a special community conv...
08/20/2026

The August features updates from Colorado Shines and Universal Preschool; a save-the-date for a special community conversation hosted by Early Connections Learning Centers and the Family Friendly Initiative; and a Voices of Speak Up blog featuring Joint Initiatives' staff. Get all the details here:
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🔻NOTICE The Rules Advisory Council (RAC) meeting will include review and vote on proposed permanent revisions to the Co...
08/10/2026

🔻NOTICE
The Rules Advisory Council (RAC) meeting will include review and vote on proposed permanent revisions to the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) rules.
The CDEC Rulemaking Hearing will include review of the Rules Advisory Council's (RAC) recommendation, address written comments (if received), provide an opportunity for public testimony, and consider adoption of the proposed permanent revisions to the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) rules.
For details or to attend:
content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CODEC/bulletins/42415c0

It's back-to-school season and the August has opportunities to take your professional development to new levels! conta...
08/07/2026

It's back-to-school season and the August has opportunities to take your professional development to new levels!
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🙌The July has good news about Colorado Shines' QRIS, early-bird registration for the Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Co...
07/31/2026

🙌The July has good news about Colorado Shines' QRIS, early-bird registration for the Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference - RMECC, and a NEW pop-up playgroup for families!
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07/17/2026

(SPONSORED) — CASA of the Pikes Peak Region is looking for more volunteers to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Communications Manager Keri Kahn joined Loving Livin…

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood Public Rulemaking Hearing will include the following rules:🔸Colorado Child Ca...
07/16/2026

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood Public Rulemaking Hearing will include the following rules:
🔸Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP)
🔸Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) Program
🔸General Child Care Licensing
🔸Outdoor Nature-Based Preschool (ONB) Program
Details and link to join:
bit.ly/RulesHearingJuly23

📢Join JI's team and make a difference in the lives of children and youth in our community! Apply by Friday, July 17th. J...
07/14/2026

📢Join JI's team and make a difference in the lives of children and youth in our community!

Apply by Friday, July 17th.
Jointinitiatives.org/careers

🙌 The Colorado Children’s Campaign is coming back to El Paso County! All are invited to join us on July 14th for a meani...
07/10/2026

🙌 The Colorado Children’s Campaign is coming back to El Paso County! All are invited to join us on July 14th for a meaningful conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing children and families in our community.

We’ll take a closer look at the latest local data, what it means for El Paso County, and how we can work together to turn information into action.

✏️Learn more HERE: bit.ly/KidsCountFlyer
🔗Register HERE: bit.ly/KidsCountEventJuly2026

⭐The July is a great summer read filled with social-emotional training to meet your professional development needs, in...
07/03/2026

⭐The July is a great summer read filled with social-emotional training to meet your professional development needs, including an informal Dine + Learn Session where you can bring your questions around childhood behaviors and collaborate with your peers!
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ECE Directors – your next Professional Learning Community opportunity is August 25th!
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-Informed

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06/23/2026

Take a break from the heat and chill with the latest edition of the !
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Address

1600 N. Union Boulevard
Colorado Springs, CO
80909

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17196300927

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