Special Education & Advocacy
Expert support.
Genuine connection.
KlaverKind is a nonprofit organization led by Matthew Klaver providing long-term, relationship-based support for neurodiverse children and families navigating ADHD, Autism, learning disabilities, and behavioral challenges.
All KlaverKind services are provided free of charge to families. Families are encouraged to donate what they can. However, funding is made possible through grants, individual donors, business partnerships, and corporate support.
2025 Amazing Teacher of the Year
Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association
18+
YEARS EXPERIENCE
Trusted by Educators & Families
Tim Weber
"I would wholeheartedly recommend Matthew’s services to any family because he understands children, families, and the systems they navigate with remarkable compassion and insight."
Christy Sanders
"With Matthew, the student always comes first. This approach is rare, powerful, and deeply needed in special education and beyond."
Kurt W. Helfrich
"His patience, empathy, and ability to connect with challenging students are truly unmatched in my 34 years as a classroom teacher."
Ashley Coleman
"I wholeheartedly recommend Matthew's services to any family, because he knows kids, he knows families, he knows the system..."
Tim Weber
"I would wholeheartedly recommend Matthew’s services to any family because he understands children, families, and the systems they navigate with remarkable compassion and insight."
Christy Sanders
"With Matthew, the student always comes first. This approach is rare, powerful, and deeply needed in special education and beyond."
Kurt W. Helfrich
"His patience, empathy, and ability to connect with challenging students are truly unmatched in my 34 years as a classroom teacher."
Ashley Coleman
"I wholeheartedly recommend Matthew's services to any family, because he knows kids, he knows families, he knows the system..."
Every child deserves
a real chance.
At KlaverKind, we believe that where a child is born, what neighborhood they live in, what resources their family has, or whether they have been identified with a disability should not determine their future.
We exist to provide long-term support for children facing barriers to opportunity from under-resourced families to those navigating ADHD, Autism, Down syndrome, dyslexia, and other learning or social-emotional challenges.
Current Support
Academic mentoring and school support
Long-term life planning and guidance
Disability-informed advocacy
Sports, recreation, and enrichment
Food, clothing, and transportation assistance
Future Vision
With sufficient funding, we hope to expand this work to include:
Experiential learning and travel opportunities
Expanded health, dental, and wellness supports
Youth-to-adulthood transition programs
"Follow a child, support the whole person, and help create an equitable path toward a successful life."
Talent is everywhere. Potential is everywhere.
Opportunity is not.
Wraparound Support
How I can help.
My approach is simple: we look for the why instead of demanding compliance. By supporting families with consistency, clarity, and connection, we shift away from short-term fixes to lifelong skill-building.
Relationship, Mentoring & Connection-Based Support
We believe lasting support starts with a relationship. Before programs, services, or interventions can be effective, children need trusted relationships, encouragement, and people willing to walk alongside them over time.
Long-term mentoring and trusted adult relationships
Connection, belonging, and encouragement
Individualized guidance and advocacy
Enrichment & Opportunity
Expanding access to experiences that help children discover strengths and imagine stronger possibilities.
Sports & Recreation
Arts & Extracurriculars
Travel Opportunities
Basic Needs
Supporting food, clothing, and transportation when they become barriers to opportunity.
Food & Clothing
Transportation
Wellness Support
Long-Term Accompaniment
"Our vision is long-term support—from childhood through adulthood—to help young people access an equitable chance at building a successful life."
Because every child deserves more than survival. Every child deserves the chance to thrive.
Opportunity is for everyone.
Contact / Referral Form
Don't wait for tomorrow; if you know a child in need of support, contact us today. Our vision is to follow a child, support the whole person, and help create an equitable path toward a successful life.