• "Joy & Justice has been such a blessing to us during this time. "

    -Joy Program Recipient

  • Work Hard. Be Kind

    Small actions add up to big change — in our homes, our communities, and our world.

  • "Thank you so much! We love this program. It makes us feel normal that we can do anything."

    -Joy Program Recipient

Joy and Justice

Founded in 2023 by Erica, a survivor of domestic violence, Joy & Justice was created with the sole purpose of bringing joy to families facing the challenges of domestic violence while advocating for transformation within the justice system.

In 2022, Erica suffered an unimaginable loss when her daughters’ lives were taken in an act of domestic violence.  Fueled by her passion and personal experience, she is dedicated to preventing similar tragedies and helping families rebuild and heal.

At Joy & Justice, we offer children who have endured unimaginable hardships the opportunity to simply be kids. We provide them with joyful experiences that strengthen the bond with their safe parent, offering a pathway to healing in the face of adversity.

Mission

Joy & Justice fosters healing through positive experiences for children and their safe parent impacted by domestic violence while promoting education and awareness.

Colorado Gives Day 

  • Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025

  • What it is: A statewide online giving day for hundreds of Colorado nonprofits

  • Purpose: To encourage Colorado residents to donate and support local causes 

  • Goal: Raise $30,000 between November 1st through the end of 2025! We have an anonymous donor who will be matching up to $10,000.

Donate Here!

Work Hard. Be Kind.

Work Hard Be Kind Erica and her daughters lived by the motto: Work Hard. Be Kind. At Joy & Justice, we have adopted this philosophy as our guiding principle. We strive to spread this message in everything we do—helping families heal, advocating for change, and inspiring kindness in every interaction.

Email contact@joyandjusticeco.org to purchase your Joy & Justice T-shirt (currently limited sizes available).