In KVC’s Thriving magazine, read inspiring stories about health, strengthening families, creating families, and the latest news and events. In this issue, find journal prompts recommended by mental health professionals, Heather’s real-life story of Family reunification and a look into KVC’s work culture that resulted in being named Glassdoor’s #15 Best-Led Company in the U.S.

Being a fan can be more than fun. From Taylor Swift and Star Wars to Chiefs Kingdom and the FIFA World Cup 2026™, healthy fandom can help children and teens make friends and feel less alone. Hear how KVC’s mental health experts explain the mental health benefits of fandom.

Thanks to generous sponsors and community members, KVC’s 2026 Gala raised a record-breaking $625,000 to support children’s mental health.

Do you know what is true and what is myth when it comes to child abuse? Find out the most common misconceptions along with their realities.

It’s no secret that teens are prone to insecurities about body image and self-worth. Being a teenager in today’s culture — with constant Internet and social media access — has made body image issues even more prevalent. Let’s explore how parents and caregivers can help children build self-esteem.

Get expert‑curated books, movies, podcasts and KVC eBooks that help foster parents navigate trauma, strengthen relationships and find a supportive community.

Behind every moment of stability, there’s a social worker who helped make it possible. But what do social workers actually do day to day? From supporting families in crisis to providing a majority of mental health care in the U.S., their impact goes far beyond what most people realize. Here are 10 surprising things you may not know about social workers.

Shari Franke’s memoir, The House of My Mother, has sparked national conversations about family vlogging, children’s privacy and child abuse prevention. One of our child safety experts shares insights on the risks of posting children’s lives online and what we can all do to keep children safe.

Wish you could slow down time and let go of stress? Gratitude might be the simple but powerful tool to transform your relationship to life events, support your connections to others and boost your overall health.

Discover the intersection of AI and mental health, the risks of replacing real connection with technology, and how families can build healthy boundaries around technology.