Kelly Causey has announced she will be stepping down as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Colorado Children’s Campaign after seven years of service.
“Leading the Children’s Campaign has been an honor,” Causey said. “We have an amazing community that believes in our mission and has been with us throughout our 38-year history. We have a strong statewide network and a wildly talented team, staff and board, who put kids first each and every day. After deep consideration, and knowing the Campaign is poised for continued success, I have decided it is time both personally and professionally for me to explore new ways to make an impact.”
Over the past seven years, the Colorado Children’s Campaign has advocated for significant policy changes to support the well-being of kids and families. These policy changes include free full-day kindergarten; the establishment of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood and free school meals.
The Colorado Children’s Campaign collaboratively bolstered its commitment to race equity. It expanded its portfolio to include a focus on housing stability and families’ economic prosperity. Critical expansions and improvements to were also made to the Medicaid program which included Cover All Coloradans. The Cover All Coloradans program provides coverage for undocumented kids and pregnant Coloradans.
Chief Operating Officer Jamie Jackson will lead the Colorado Children’s Campaign on an interim basis during the search for a permanent President and CEO. The Colorado Children’s Campaign Board of Directors has contracted with HR Advantage, a Denver-based human resources consulting firm, to lead its CEO search. Kelly’s last day with the Children’s Campaign will be September 1.
“I love and am so proud of our team and the incredible work we do for kids,” Causey said. “I will continue to be a champion for the Campaign as it brings on a new leader to advance its mission.”
