ABOUT
HELPING CHILDREN IN NEED THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT EMPOWER THEM AND ENHANCE THEIR LIVES
charity snapshot
WHAT THEY DO
Help children who live at or below poverty level by providing basic needs such as new clothing, shoes, books, school supplies and backpacks.
Serving 1,500-2,000 children yearly
HOW THEY DO IT
Yearlong “Ramp Up Reading Literacy Program” in Northeast Tarrant County
“Around the Block” shopping program in partnership with Kohl’s every November in Southlake, Arlington, & Austin, TX.
location & minimum age
Headquarters in Southlake, TX
Minimum age to volunteer: 16 years old (unless accompanied by a parent)
Youth volunteers get service hours
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer to be a Homework Buddy during the school year for their “Ramp Up Reading Literacy” Program
Volunteer to take a child shopping for their annual “Around the Block” Program in November with a $100 voucher to spend on clothes/shoes at Kohl’s (in Southlake, Arlington, and Austin, TX)
other ways to help
Attend The Kids Matter Charity Ball annual fundraiser to support the many programs and partnerships they have to serve their mission.
Charities2love insights
A wonderful opportunity for volunteers who love children and want to work directly with them!
You will interact with children who benefit directly from the one-on-one interaction with a person in the community who cares about their wellbeing.
FIND IT FAST
- Sign up to Volunteer
- Donate
- Contact them
FOLLOW THEM
More 2 love
- Platinum Transparency by Candid
- Voted one of the “Best Charities to Volunteer in DFW” in 2021
QUOTE OF NOTE
“We all have gifts of time, talent and resources. What better way to share your gifts than to help a child in need. You can make a difference in a child’s life by volunteering your time and showing you care.”
Marti Conner, President