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.

🌟 Discover the Community Family Calendar on our website!Highlights include a special meditation event for September 11th...
09/10/2026

🌟 Discover the Community Family Calendar on our website!
Highlights include a special meditation event for September 11th, parenting classes, a Free Legal Day, nominations for free dental care, fishing days, a special needs resource fair, and opportunities to volunteer in JI's Ascend Garden @ Galileo!
Explore upcoming events:
📅 jointinitiatives.org/community-family-calendar
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Community organizations may share events with us using the form at the bottom of the page.

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood is requesting written public comments on proposed amendments to the Colorado ...
09/08/2026

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood is requesting written public comments on proposed amendments to the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP) rules, concerning background checks related to Qualified Exempt Providers and an existing county verification requirement.
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More information about this request, community engagement opportunities, and next steps can be found on the CDEC website:
🔗bit.ly/CCCAPPublicCommentSEP2026

🚁The September has opportunities to lift your early childhood career to new levels! Our Early Childhood Mental Health ...
09/04/2026

🚁The September has opportunities to lift your early childhood career to new levels! Our Early Childhood Mental Health team has shifted its free Lunch + Learn session for directors and teachers to noon...join the conversation!
🔗conta.cc/4xMU4hx

🖍️Joint Initiatives is excited to announce the launch of our Early Learning Substitute Placement Agency (ELSPA)! We’re l...
09/04/2026

🖍️Joint Initiatives is excited to announce the launch of our Early Learning Substitute Placement Agency (ELSPA)! We’re looking for caring, flexible Child Care Substitutes to join our team and provide high-quality care in licensed child care centers and family child care homes. APPLY TODAY and step into a rewarding role where you’ll support children’s growth, ensure safety, and help create nurturing environments!
Jointinitiatives.org/ECEcareers

✨JI is HIRING a Director of Pathways! We're seeking a leader to oversee our Pathways program and guide our dedicated tea...
09/04/2026

✨JI is HIRING a Director of Pathways! We're seeking a leader to oversee our Pathways program and guide our dedicated team in serving youth and families in our community.
Ready to make a difference by joining our team?
Job Description + Application: Jointinitiatives.org/careers



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:
🔗 conta.cc/4xRNoOO

🔻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!
conta.cc/4fXHCE7

🙌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!
🔗conta.cc/4wHHXSc

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…

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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

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+17196300927

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