"My goal in establishing The Joyful Child Foundation was to give every caring adult the information and resources they need to better protect the children in their community.
Since our inception, my hope has been fueled by the dedication of countless Donors, Joyful Volunteers, BRAVE Teachers, and Community Partners who have made it possible for us to research, develop, and implement programs that unite communities in our most important purpose: to protect and empower every child to reach their highest potential."
Message from Founding Director, Erin Runnion
"Children need to be taught how to do things. They need to be taught how to walk, count, read, do homework, drive, manage money. Children also need to be taught how to stay safe. The Joyful Child teaches children and parents that every child has the right to say when they are uncomfortable. And they have the power, both verbally and physically, to protect themselves. We teach this lesson and the skills to back it up. In doing this we help protect the joy that is inherent to every child. This is why I’m so proud to dedicate my time, energy, and support to The Joyful Child."
Daryl Tallon (Chair) - Message from The Joyful Child’s Board Chairman
The Joyful Child Foundation’s Board of Directors and Advisory Board Members - 2020
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors for The Joyful Child Foundation works closely with our growing Advisory Board to lend diverse perspectives, expertise, and resources to steward our singular goal of keeping children safe.
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
Terms and Conditions
By clicking “the checkbox below” I confirm that I am either the parent or legal guardian of the participating child or an educator who has obtained appropriate parental/guardian permission to enroll and/or facilitate the child’s participation in the program, and that I have read and hereby agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver.
I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT:
My child has permission to participate in the Brave Program.
Sensitive personal safety topics may be discussed, including abuse prevention, verbal and physical defense.
I understand that while my child may participate independently, The Joyful Child Foundation strongly recommends the involvement of a parent or other caring adult to help support learning, encourage discussion, and mitigate potential distress, harm, or confusion.
Program content, including Quests and Missions, may be modified at any time.
The program is educational and does not provide medical, psychological, or legal advice.
The Joyful Child Foundation may collect, use, and analyze data related to program usage, progress, and learning outcomes for program improvement, research, and reporting purposes. Such data will not be sold and will not include audio or video recordings of my child and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
I am responsible for supporting my child as needed and I assume all risks associated with my child’s participation.
Participation does not guarantee my child’s personal safety in any circumstance.
I release and agree to hold harmless The Joyful Child Foundation and its representatives from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.
I agree to the Brave Program Terms & Waiver and understand the Privacy Policy (Full Terms & Conditions)
