KidsPeace is a longstanding provider of mental and behavioral health services dedicated to giving hope, help, and healing to children, adults, and families. With more than 140 years of experience and operations across seven U.S. states, KidsPeace supports its communities through residential treatment, educational programs, hospital care, foster care, and a range of therapeutic services.
United States
2,000+ Employees
The Challenge: KidsPeace’s mission-driven work is deeply meaningful but emotionally demanding. Teams are spread across multiple states and include many frontline, non-desk, or remote roles. Leaders struggled to consistently recognize staff, reinforce values in everyday work, and help associates feel seen, supported, and connected to the broader organization.
The Solution: KidsPeace introduced Kudos as a simple, accessible way to make recognition part of daily work. By integrating Kudos into onboarding, encouraging peer-to-peer recognition, and having leaders model consistent appreciation, KidsPeace created a shared space where associates across roles and locations could recognize one another in real time.
The Results: Since implementing Kudos, KidsPeace has seen measurable improvements:
Recognition has become a practical tool for supporting morale, strengthening connection, and helping teams stay motivated in demanding work environments
Impact: KidsPeace’s use of Kudos isn’t just about technology it’s about creating a culture where appreciation is visible, regular, and meaningful, contributing directly to improved engagement, teamwork, and retention in some of the organization’s most critical roles.
Working with the Client Success Team at Kudos has been a genuinely great experience. They consistently listen to our needs and respond with thoughtful, effective solutions tailored to our workforce.
To learn more, download the full case study below:
