Annual Report

July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022

As we’ve navigated two years of unknowns, this year was full of finding a “new normal.” We were able to have our back-to-school and holiday gift drives for the kids in our programs in a way that kept our staff and families as safe as possible from Covid-19. During this fiscal year, we had two successful Stories that Connect fundraising events—one virtual and, finally, one in-person, as our fundraising is a critical piece to ensure that each family we serve has what they need and deserve in their healing process.

Who We Serve

Children and youth are referred to Kaleidoscope through DCFS when there are allegations of abuse or neglect. The kids we serve range in age from birth to 24 and have severe emotional, behavioral and medical issues that require comprehensive support.

Through our services, we provide the specialized care, nurturing families and other services that children need to be safe, create a stable support system, and overcome trauma to lead healthy, happy lives.

This fiscal year, we served 717 children, youth and young adults across our programs.

What Our Staff and Families Say

“We could not be happier with services we were given.”

“[I liked] the personal bond that me and my IPS worker had. She was always reliable and helpful with any situation.”

“Kaleidoscope provided me with the opportunity to grow professionally, It provided the foundation I need in my professional development.”

“As a working foster parent, IPS was able to work with my schedule and that made things more easy for me. She was very helpful in explaining everything to me where I could understand my child’s behavior.”

“Thank you so very much for your assistance. We all benefited from your advice, and I will always remember your kindness.”