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We Are All Connected: Impact Stories

It is our nature to seek connection, finding the common threads that weave us together as a community. Our clients, donors, volunteers, community partners, and staff are the heart and soul of Judi’s House. These connections inspire us to continue finding new ways to support bereaved children and their families.

Read on for impact stories from our community that draw on the many ways people are connected to our work.


We Are All Connected: Staff Spotlights

December 2, 2022

Staff: Emily Napier and Lyla Yaner Meet two members of the Judi’s House/JAG Institute Team who have made an impact on our mission. Emily Napier began working at Judi’s House/JAG Institute in July 2022 as the Community-Based Care Manager. In her role, she works to establish and strengthen relationships with community partners and coordinates our… Read More

We Are All Connected: Julie Johnson Hince

September 28, 2022

Julie Johnson Hince instantly connected with our mission and vision because of her mother’s death when she was a teen. She has been involved as a volunteer and donor at Judi’s House since our foundational years. Julie and her husband, Jim Hince, recently donated to our capital campaign to help our organization grow in our… Read More

We Are All Connected: Rainey Gronwall

August 31, 2022

Rainey began volunteering at Judi’s House six years ago and has served in several roles during that time, providing meals to families through our nourishment program and as a companion volunteer. Her personal connection and passion for our work has allowed her to provide compassionate and meaningful support to the children and families we serve… Read More

We Are All Connected: Staff Spotlights

August 31, 2022

Staff: Amanda Chapman and Deirdre Erkman Meet two members of the Judi’s House/JAG Institute team who have made an impact on our mission. Amanda Chapman has been the HR Generalist at Judi’s House/JAG Institute since September of 2021. In her role, she meets with and supports all Judi’s House/JAG Institute staff with the onboarding process,… Read More

We Are All Connected: Ted & Mimi Kaplysh

June 27, 2022

Ted and Mimi Kaplysh are members of our newly founded Visionary Society. Ted shares more about his loss experience, why he and Mimi give, and their family’s connection to the organization. Read More

We Are All Connected: Staff Spotlights

April 26, 2022

Meet two members of the Judi’s House team: Jonathan and Katlyn! In a short time, these two individuals have made a big impact on our mission. Read More

A Judi’s House Family Story: The Betts Family

April 14, 2022

Meet former clients and 2021 Healing Hand Honorees – The Betts Family who have created meaning and purpose out of tragedy. Read More

We Are All Connected: ELN

March 17, 2022

Kelly and Andrew co-chair our Emerging Leaders Network, a group of young Denver professionals supporting Judi’s House/JAG Institute. Read More

A Judi’s House Family Story: Jenna & Zack

March 11, 2022

Jenna was 13 years old when her brother died by suicide. The support she received at Judi’s House set Jenna on a course to give back to other bereaved children. Read More

We Are All Connected: Amit & Bijal Shah

February 16, 2022

Amit and Bijal Shah are impressive community members who were early leaders in helping us realize our vision for the future, making one of the first capital campaign gifts. Amit shares more about their connection to Judi’s House. Read More

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