Crittenton Center

01/14/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the The Warrior Hotel for hosting a beautiful Masquerade Gala, with all auction proceeds benefiting Crittenton Center!!!

Their generosity and commitment to giving back directly support the well-being of children and families in our community. Partnerships like this remind us what's possible when local businesses step up with heart and purpose. Thank you to the Warrior Hotel team for all you do- what a beautiful event this will be!

We’re excited to announce the First Annual Masquerade Gala at The Warrior Hotel ✨
Join us for A Night to Sparkle featuring a silent auction, music, champagne toast, hors d’oeuvres, and local vendors — all in support of the Crittenton Center.

🗓 March 7, 2026
🕕 6 PM – Midnight
🎟 $85 per person | Cocktail Attire
🎭 Masks encouraged

An elegant evening for an incredible cause — we can’t wait to welcome you. Grab your tickets below!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980106356415?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/13/2026

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01/12/2026

Preschool Open House and Registration in Orange City!

We're excited to invite families to our Preschool Open House & Registration in Orange City! Join us to tour the classroom, meet our caring staff, and learn more about our high-quality preschool program led through Mid-Sioux Opportunity Head Start.

This is a great chance to ask questions, explore enrollment options, and see how we support children and families through learning, play, and connection.

We can't wait to welcome you and your little learners!

February 3rd- 5:30-7:00pm
1103 Lincoln Cir. Drive, Orange City, IA

Feel free to stop by and spread the word- we hope to see you there!

01/09/2026

2025 was a year of meaningful milestones at Crittenton Center.

From expanding programs and strengthening partnerships to creating safe, healing spaces for youth and families- every moment was driven by compassion, collaboration, and community. None of this would be possible without our dedicated staff, generous supporters, and incredible partners walking alongside us.

As we reflect on all that 2025 held, we're proud of how far we've come- and even more hopeful for what's ahead.

We're Ready, 2026!

01/07/2026

We're proud to recognize Variety - the Children's Charity of Iowa as our Community Partners of the Month! Through their generous support of vehicles and funding for our child welfare campus, they help ensure our kids have access to safe transportation, stability, updated spaces, and opportunity. We are incredibly grateful for their continued partnership and belief in the work we do.

01/06/2026

Did you know???

Crittenton Center has been partnering with the Moville community to start a childcare center and we would like to hear from you!

If you are a parent in the Moville area and/or surrounding communities, and are interested in receiving childcare in Moville, please take this short survey!

https://forms.office.com/r/kLF0RMGNKY

Please note this is NOT enrollment in the childcare center - we are still in the planning phase. As the Childcare Center gets closer to completion (targeted for Fall 2026), Crittenton Center will reach out to you for more detailed information and enrollment paperwork.

Thank you!

01/05/2026

Crittenton Center is pleased to announce it has received another generous Walmart Spark Good Grant in the amount of $2,000, to support the organization’s Transitional Therapeutic Home (TTH).

This grant was made possible by the following Walmart location:
• Walmart Store #3590 located at: 3101 Floyd Blvd, Sioux City, IA 51108

These funds will help with the purchasing of sports and athletic equipment for our youth who otherwise do not have access to traditional sports and rec activities and/or do not have the necessary equipment to participate.

“We’re grateful to Walmart and the Spark Good Grants for investing in the well-being of our youth in our community,” said Kim Scorza, CEO of Crittenton Center. “This kind of local partnership makes it possible for us to provide consistent, trauma-informed care to those who need it most.”

Crittenton Center’s Transitional Therapeutic Home serves youth ages 0-18 who have experienced abuse, neglect, or trauma. The program focuses on stabilization, safety, and building a path toward a brighter future.

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12/31/2025

CRITT CURIOSITY | EPISODE 2

At Crittenton, our maintenance team does so much more than fix what's broken. They help create spaces that feel safe, respectful, and healing for the youth who live and learn here.

In this month's Critt Curiosity, Josh takes us behind the scenes to show how to patch a hole in the wall after a youth had a rough moment. Instead of shame or punishment, moments like these become opportunities for restorative justice- inviting youth to learn how to repair the space alongside us.

It's not just about fixing a wall. It's about teaching accountability, building skills, and showing youth that mistakes don't define them. Sometimes, they even walk away with a brand-new skill.

Stay curious. Stay connected. See you next time!

12/30/2025

Because of YOU...there was a smile on every child's face this holiday!!!!

From laughter and games to special moments that felt just like being a kid, our recent celebration was full of joy- and that joy was made possible by the incredible generosity of our community.

Your support created a day where our kids could laugh freely, feel celebrated, and just have fun. These moments matter so much to our youth! Thank you for showing up, giving back, and helping create memories our kiddos will carry with them.

12/25/2025

TWELVE DAYS OF "CRITTMAS"...DAY TWELVE!!!!!

On the Twelfth Day of Crittmas we want to wish YOU a season filled with peace, joy, and hope!

Thank you for walking alongside Crittenton Center this holiday season and for being part of a community that shows up for kids and families all year long. From all of us at Crittenton Center, happy holidays and warm wishes for the year ahead!

12/25/2025

Santa’s officially cleared for landing at Crittenton. 🎅🍪🥛

Milk✅
Cookies✅
Magical Christmas✅✅✅

12/24/2025

TWELVE DAYS OF "CRITTMAS"...DAY ELEVEN...

As we prepare for the big day, we think about the individuals who helped get us here...OUR COMMUNITY! We are so grateful for community members, local businesses, churches, schools (and so much more) for rallying around our youth and families to make this season SO much brighter!

Special thanks to:
Holy Cross Angel Tree
Sioux City Rotary
CNOS
Drilling Pharmacy
Security National Bank
Briar Cliff University Catholic Daughters
Immaculate Conception - Sioux City
Immaculate Conception - Moville
NastyCollective
Vanessa VanHilemans group
All Saints Le Mars
Melting Cow
Bob Roe's Point After
Mi Familia Mexican Restaurant
Winkler Roofing
and all of our individual donors...

You all are the true meaning of "a VILLAGE"! We hope that you all have such a wonderful holiday season!