The Kelty Foundation

The Kelty Foundation 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 dollar

s 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

June 1st: Global Day of Parents.This year’s theme, Together for Parents, recognizes the important role caregivers play i...
06/01/2026

June 1st: Global Day of Parents.

This year’s theme, Together for Parents, recognizes the important role caregivers play in the nurturing, protection, and well-being of children.

Parents and caregivers provide love, identity, stability, and support, helping children grow in environments rooted in care and connection. While parenting is deeply meaningful, it also comes with challenges, and support for families plays an important role in strengthening child and youth well-being.

Today is an opportunity to recognize and appreciate parents and caregivers in our communities for the care and commitment they give every day.

05/30/2026

Update: Ocean Park Kind Mind Festival

The upcoming Ocean Park Kind Mind Festival has been rescheduled to September 19, 3PM to 6PM hosted by Engel & Völkers Ocean Park with 🎉

We’re looking forward to bringing the community together for an afternoon focused on connection, creativity, and supporting youth mental health. More details to come soon.

05/29/2026

What a night at the first-ever Kind Mind Experience LIVE with Rock’N’Beau! ❤️🎤

Last week, Kind Mind Program graduates and their families came together for an unforgettable evening of connection, community and belonging. This live experience brought important conversations around mental health to life through music, movement and interactive activities.

Throughout the night, children and families explored topics from the Kind Mind Program in a fun and engaging way — including navigating big emotions, practicing positive self-talk and normalizing conversations around mental health with friends and loved ones.

By creating spaces like this, we help young people and families feel more comfortable having these important conversations while building a stronger, healthier future together.

A huge thank you to our incredible partners and vendors for making the night so special!

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And a very special thank you to for bringing this vision to life. Your passion and dedication to creating kind minds continues to make a lasting impact in our community ❤️
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We’re in the final stretch.This Mental Health Awareness Month, we set a goal to welcome 100 monthly donors to the Kelty ...
05/29/2026

We’re in the final stretch.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we set a goal to welcome 100 monthly donors to the Kelty Collective, a community committed to supporting youth mental health.

We’re close, and every new member helps us move one step closer.

Monthly support allows us to continue expanding programs like Kind Mind and increase access to mental health resources for children, youth, and families.

If you’ve been thinking about joining, now is the time.

Be part of the Collective.
https://www.thekeltyfoundation.org/monthlydonor

Thank you to TELUS and the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation for supporting the Kind Mind Program. This support helps bri...
05/25/2026

Thank you to TELUS and the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation for supporting the Kind Mind Program.

This support helps bring mental health learning into schools and at home, giving children the tools to understand their emotions, build confidence, and feel supported in their everyday lives.

Through partnerships like this, we’re able to expand our reach and continue creating meaningful impact for students, families, and school communities.

Your marketing dollars can do more.By supporting initiatives like High Stakes and the Kind Mind Program, your organizati...
05/23/2026

Your marketing dollars can do more.

By supporting initiatives like High Stakes and the Kind Mind Program, your organization has the opportunity to build brand visibility while contributing to meaningful mental health impact in your communities.

Purpose-driven partnerships create more than awareness. They build trust, connection, and lasting change for children, youth, and families.

Contact [email protected] to learn about partnership opportunities.

Why people give matters.Hearing directly from members of our community helps show the impact behind every contribution —...
05/22/2026

Why people give matters.

Hearing directly from members of our community helps show the impact behind every contribution — and reminds us that supporting mental health is something we can all be part of.

When individuals choose to give monthly, they’re helping create consistent, reliable access to mental health programs and resources for children, youth, and families.

Join the Kelty Collective and be part of a growing community committed to making a difference.

https://www.thekeltyfoundation.org/monthlydonor

Save the date!High Stakes returns on November 5, 2026 at the Hollywood Theatre, with Fred Lee joining us once again for ...
05/20/2026

Save the date!

High Stakes returns on November 5, 2026 at the Hollywood Theatre, with Fred Lee joining us once again for an unforgettable evening in support of youth mental health.

This signature event brings together our community to raise critical funds and expand the impact of programs like Kind Mind.

Tickets will be available soon. Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are now open. Reach out to Julie Hauser Jones at [email protected] to learn how to be part of something meaningful.

Your support creates real impact.Through the Kind Mind Program, students are given the opportunity to build emotional aw...
05/15/2026

Your support creates real impact.

Through the Kind Mind Program, students are given the opportunity to build emotional awareness, express themselves, and feel supported in their school communities and at home.

Monthly donations help bring this programming to more classrooms — reaching over 20,000 families and continuing to grow.

This is what early support looks like. And it’s made possible by a community that chooses to show up.

Join the Kelty Collective and help expand access to mental health resources for children and families.
https://www.thekeltyfoundation.org/monthlydonor

Volunteer Spotlight!“I was very lucky to discover the Kelty Foundation through a friend-of-a-friend’s post about their C...
05/13/2026

Volunteer Spotlight!

“I was very lucky to discover the Kelty Foundation through a friend-of-a-friend’s post about their Casino Night, which raises funds for mental health initiatives like the Kind Minds program in schools across BC. As a teacher, I see how important this work is in building strong, supportive communities. I had such a great night, felt truly welcomed, and saw firsthand the difference they’re making in people’s lives. I’m really looking forward to continuing to volunteer with them. I feel like part of something very special.”

We’re so grateful for volunteers like , whose passion and commitment help bring our work to life. From supporting events to helping expand programs like Kind Mind, our volunteers play a vital role in building strong, supportive communities.

Thank you for being part of this work with us.

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