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We are a non-profit foundation started in memory of Kelty Patrick Dennehy. The foundation was established in 2001 by Kerry and Ginny Dennehy.

Our goal is the prevention of depression related suicide in young people and to remove the negative stigma attached to mental health. After the loss of their son Kelty, the Dennehy's created this foundation not only to honour Kelty's life but to fund causes aimed at preventing depression-related suicide in other youth. To date, the Kelty Patrick Dennehy foundation has raised over $4 million dollars to fund causes related to youth mental health and suicide. Most noteably, the Mental Health Building at BC Children's Hospital, support for the establishment of a Chair in Depression Research at the UBC/VGH Centre of Excellence for Depression Research, and the The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre. Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/keltyfoundation

12/18/2025

In 2025, we reached over 11,000 families through our Kind Mind Program, delivered 535 classroom kits, hosted 17 parent workshops, and led 32 Confi-DANCES with DJ Beau of . We were also proud to share resources from our partners at BC Children’s Hospital, Kids Help Phone, The Foundry, Soshemo, and the BC Crisis Centre.

This impact would not have been possible without the support of our community. We are sincerely grateful for your continued partnership and trust.

12/12/2025

We are incredibly grateful to Crayola for sending Colors of Kindness crayons for every “Quiet Mind Zone” at the Kind Mind Confi-DANCEs—a special space schools arrange for students who prefer a calm environment.

Did you know Crayola hosts Creativity Week every January? It’s free to register for schools, libraries, and homes! Explore and join the fun here: https://www.crayola.com/learning/creativity-week

12/11/2025

We are truly grateful for your support this GivingTuesday. The need continues — and your generosity can be a lifeline for youth facing mental health challenges this season.

Your year-end contribution is eligible for a tax receipt and makes a meaningful Christmas gift.

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/138253 ( Link in our Bio )

12/10/2025

High Stakes raised $400,000 — an incredible milestone. Our sincere thanks to the sponsors, donors, volunteers, attendees, speakers, photographers, and performers who made the night exceptional. Your support moves the Kelty Foundation’s mission forward in a powerful way.

Thank you Lisa Toffolo Photography for capturing these wonderful moments at the event. Learn more about Lisa at https://lisatoffolo.mypixieset.com/ and on Instagram: .toffolo

12/04/2025

Last month our Kind Mind Program completed in participating elementary schools in the Sea-to-Sky valley. ♥️

For the first time, our team brought the Kind Mind Program beyond the Lower Mainland—visiting elementary schools in Pemberton, Whistler, and Squamish. Thank you to Ginny and Kerry Dennehy for hosting us and guiding us to meaningful places that honour both Kelty and Riley, grounding this trip in deep purpose and connection

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible schools, educators, parents and caregivers, and students who participated in Kind Mind Month. Your kindness and enthusiasm made this portion of our program journey unforgettable.

A special thank-you to our partner Rachel Beau for bringing the program celebration to life—your energy and joy made every school’s Confi-Dance truly magical.

And our sincere appreciation to our Sea-to-Sky sponsors—the and —for helping make this expansion possible and for providing resources for each classroom kit.

Learn more about our Kind Mind Program at www.thekeltyfoundation.org/schooltour

12/02/2025

It’s GivingTuesday! Today we invite you to stand with youth and mental health. Every gift, share, volunteer hour—makes a difference. Donate now https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/138253 or click the link in our bio.

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12/01/2025

Tomorrow is the global generosity day: . Join us in investing in youth mental health. Your gift matters.

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/138253 or click the link in our bio.

11/30/2025

Just 2 days until ! Mark your calendars: Dec 2 is our chance to rally in support of youth mental health.

11/29/2025

As we close November, we’re turning toward year-end giving season—and GivingTuesday on Dec 2. Stay tuned for how you can join us.

11/27/2025

We are thrilled to announce High Stakes raised $400,000 — an incredible milestone! Our sincere thanks to the sponsors, donors, volunteers, attendees, speakers, photographers, and performers who made the night exceptional. Your support moves the Kelty Foundation’s mission forward in a powerful way.

Photos by our incredible photographers Erich Slade, Rebekah Asselstine and Lisa Toffolo are coming soon to our email subscribers. Email us at hayley@thekeltyfoundation.org to join our newsletter community!

11/26/2025

We’re shining a spotlight on our Kind Mind program! An elementary school initiative that builds resilience, reduces stigma, and empowers families to talk about mental health early.

What it looks like:

Each classroom gets a Kind Mind Kit with challenge books, Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre magnets, Kids Help Phone bookmarks and more for every child

Weekly videos and social-emotional challenges to spark real conversations at home

A dance party at the end of Kind Mind Month — the Confi-DANCE! — led by DJ Rock’N’Beau to celebrate all the students have learned and create a sense of belonging and connection

Helping kids and families build mental health skills before crisis ever hits!

Here’s the impact, by the numbers:

- 90% of parents said Kind Mind strengthened communication and connection in their family.

- 90% of parents also reported feeling more confident discussing mental health after the program.

- 77% of parents and 60% of teachers discovered new mental health resources through Kind Mind.

And behind it all: 70% of mental health problems begin in childhood or adolescence, which is why early, upstream supports like Kind Mind are so critical.

Our 25-26 program is current full with a waitlist building for 26-27 school year. Interested in adding your school to the waitlist? Start here: contact@thekeltyfoundation.org

11/20/2025

Today is National Child Day & High Stakes. Every child deserves the chance to be seen, heard, supported. Tonight, we gather to invest in that mission.

See you tonight, ticket holders!

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