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CHARITY REVIEW
Issued: January 2026 Expires: January 2027

Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy

Accredited Charity
Accredited Charity

Meets Standards
(970) 353-5970
1640 25th Ave
Greeley, CO, 80634
https://www.lifestoriesweld.org/
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Standards For Charity Accountability

Governance

  1. Board Oversight
  2. Board Size
  3. Board Meetings
  4. Board Compensation
  5. Conflict of Interest

Measuring Effectiveness

  1. Effectiveness Policy
  2. Effectiveness Report

Finances

  1. Program Expenses
  2. Fundraising Expenses
  3. Accumulating Funds
  4. Audit Report
  5. Detailed Expense Breakdown
  6. Accurate Expense Reporting
  7. Budget Plan

Fundraising & Info

  1. Truthful Materials
  2. Annual Report
  3. Website Disclosures
  4. Donor Privacy
  5. Cause Marketing Disclosures
  6. Complaints

Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.

Stated Purpose:
"provides advocacy and support for abused and neglected children by advancing coordinated investigations, prosecution and victim services."

Year, State Incorporated:
1998, CO

Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy is the agency for two critical programs serving children and families in Weld County: the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program and the Child Advocacy Center (CAC).

The CASA Program recruits, trains, and supervises volunteers who advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect and are involved in the child welfare system. CASA volunteers complete a rigorous screening process, including an in-depth interview, background checks, and a minimum of 35 hours of specialized training that includes court observation. By focusing on one case at a time, CASA volunteers develop a deep understanding of each childs unique circumstances and ensure that relevant information is clearly communicated to the court and other professionals involved in the case. During the 2024–2025 fiscal year, the CASA Program served 242 children and youth with the support of 85 trained volunteers.

The Child Advocacy Center (CAC), with locations in Greeley and Firestone, serves children who have been physically abused, sexually abused, or traumatized by witnessing homicide or extreme acts of violence. At the CAC, children participate in a forensic interview conducted in a child-friendly setting, while law enforcement, the Department of Human Services, and the District Attorneys Office observe from a separate room. This coordinated approach minimizes the number of times a child must recount their experience and supports effective investigation and prosecution. A Family Advocate meets with caregivers during the initial visit to provide emotional support, information, referrals, and guidance related to Victims Rights and Victim Compensation. The CAC operates through a multidisciplinary team (MDT) model that includes law enforcement, child protection, medical and mental health providers, victim advocates, and prosecutors. In FY 2024–2025, the CAC served 303 child victims and 524 non-offending family members.

For the year ended June 30, 2025, Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy's program expenses were:

Programs $940,287
Total Program Expenses $940,287

Chief Executive
Lisa Drake, Executive Director

Compensation*
$94,281

Chair of the Board
Julie Klein

Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Innovative Connections, Inc.

Board Size
12

Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Television, Grant proposals, Internet, Cause-related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.)

This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.

The following information is based on Life Stories Child & Family Advocacy's audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2025.

Source of Funds
Grants $778,639
Fundraising $324,036
Other Revenue $236,264
Contributions $183,099
Investment Earnings $50,075
Program Services $37,787
United Way $30,000
Total Income $1,639,900

Programs: 76% Fundraising: 13% Administrative: 11%

Total Income $1,639,900
Total expenses: $1,245,263
  Program expenses $940,287
  Fundraising expenses $162,172
  Administrative expenses $142,804
  Other expenses $0
Income in Excess of Expenses $394,637
Beginning Net Assets $1,731,340
Other Changes In Net Assets $0
Ending Net Assets $2,125,977
Total Liabilities $32,845,843,144
Total Assets $2,169,121

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