Kids Korps USA is happy to announce the launch of its latest program : Hugs 4 Kids!
Please join us for a Kick-Off Bowling Event for Teens Ages 12-18 (Middle and High School Students only please). All teens welcome! Bring your Friends.
WHEN: Sunday, February 12th from 1-3:30pm
WHERE: Surf Bowl (1401 South Coast Highway Oceanside, CA )
COST: $10.00 per student Includes bowling, …
We have so many wonderful members contributing their time to the community. Read their perspectives on their involvement in giving back.
We encourage our teens to be our champions daily. This is their voice; their opportunity to give you a glimpse at the world of Teen Korps.
Kids Korps encourages kids to assist in the sustainability of the environment around them. Visit Green Korps to see the change we are making.
Hugs for Kids will dedicate their funds to the development of educational and leadership programs that strengthen self-esteem and character of youth from all walks of life.
Here you will find inspiring stories about Kids Korps Members who constantly make this a better world through volunteerism and love of others.
“He inspired us in words, but he led us in DEEDS. To honor him, let’s do the same!”
Kids Korps USA challenged community members to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 16th, 2012) by continuing Dr. King’s legacy of service to others. Several volunteer projects throughout the holiday weekend were promoted on the Kids Korps project calendar encouraging families to “Make it a day ON, not a day off,” the main slogan of the federal holiday.
Additionally, Kids Korps volunteers in City Heights participated in special service projects, provided through Kids Korps Urban Outreach program, focused on learning about Dr. King’s extraordinary life, his famous “I Have a Dream” speech, and his teachings of equality, love, and service to others. Kids Korps members had a chance to make friendship bracelets for their peers focused on these main themes, along with answering questions about their own dreams:
Husseini, Age 9
My Dream for myself is…to be a great person.
My Dream for my country is…for people to stop doing bad things.
My Dream for my world is…for it to always be a beautiful world.
Asiah, Age 13
My Dream for myself is…to be successful and have a big happy, healthy family.
My Dream for my country is…to have peace, happiness, and no homeless.
My Dream for my world is…is to have peace and happiness.
Miguel, Age 10
My Dream for myself is…to graduate from college.
My Dream for my country is…for it to be a safe country.
My Dream for my world is…for there to be no more war.
The Corporation for National and Community Service describes this Day of Service as one that “empowers individuals, strengthens communities, bridges barriers, creates solutions to social problems, and moves us closer to Dr. King’s vision of a beloved community.” Kids Korps was honored to act as a community resource helping members find meaningful volunteer projects for this important Day of Service (and throughout the year!).
Last spring Kids Korps announced our new program, Hugs 4 Kids, honoring Julien Hug. Thanks to our Hugs 4 Kids sponsors, we were able to dedicate resources to develop this innovative youth empowerment program! We would also like to thank the Hugs 4 Kids Advisory Board members for their time and commitment: Denise Hug, Jennifer Keslik-Bell, Maggie Bobileff, Andrea Carrier, Dana …
The SuperMoms360.com chapter of Kids Korps USA gathered Thursday, December 15 to spread holiday cheer to local senior citizens at the Sunshine Care Assisted-Living Homes in Poway. The children had the opportunity to greet each of the 30 residents with a handshake, high five or a hug and the seniors responded with warm smiles. The …
Holiday Volunteer Opportunities
Kids Korps USA is your resource for holiday volunteer projects! Visit our website to read about upcoming holiday projects and to download our NEW Kids Korps Holiday Volunteer Guide 2011. Feel free to contact the Kids Korps office for more information! 760-452-2676.
By Teresa Miller, Sage Canyon Chapter Leader
This year marks the 6th year for the Sage Canyon Chapter of Kids Korps USA. With a large group of members, we are very active and try to put at least 2 events on the calendar each month so that everyone has an opportunity to serve the community.
For the …
KIDS KORPS USA AWARDEES
Kids Korps Award (age up to 14)-25hr. and more
Valerie Arnett, Kiana Aryan, Delara Aryan, Hunter Asmann, Donna Ball, Noah Bayindirli, Matthew Burdick, Christopher Burdick, Calvin Campbell, Erin Champ, Benton Christopher, Annabella Christopher, Kaia Colban, Sean Colford, Arriana Daniels, Madeline DeVilbiss, Danny DeVilbiss, Dylan Dorny, Elle Dorny, Jaxson Dorny, Kaelie Drago, Stacy …
There is no better exercise for your heart,
than reaching down and helping to lift someone up. Bernard Meltzer
Dear Current & Prospective Kids Korps & Teen Korps Members,
In this time of economic uncertainty, there is one thing we can be sure of: that volunteerism, whatever form it takes, truly does make a difference — in our …
I also learned a lot about the problems faced by that country and how I can help solve them. The trip has had a great impact on me. I now have a greater appreciation for many things in my life and I now realize that when I’m older I would like to spend a …
Ernst & Young Connect Day With Kids Korps
By Tracy Villarreal, 2011 Ernst & Young Horizon Intern
Volunteering with Kids Korps made us, a group of Ernst & Young interns, aware of all of the generous and truly amazing people that perform this work every day. As a non-profit organization, Kids Korps sees the good in …
By Gerard and Warren Godone-Maresca (14-year-old twins)
TERI (Training, Education, and Research Institute) is an organization that assists children and adults with different developmental and physical disabilities. On Saturday, March 5, we had the wonderful experience volunteering one more time with their Therapeutic Equestrian Program.
Our afternoon at TERI was a truly rewarding experience—and a very special …
Fast Facts
Youth volunteering is up 12% over the last 10 years. (UCLA/Higher Education Research Institute Annual Freshmen Survey, 1999)
73% of America’s 60 million young people believe they can make a difference in their communities. (Do Something Young People’s Involvement Survey /Princeton Survey Research, 1998)
Teenagers volunteer 2.4 billion hours annually. (Independent Sector/Gallup, 1996) • Teenage service …
Kids Korps’ annual Super Star Gala, RED HAUTE TANGO, took place under a bed of stars at the beautiful Grand Del Mar Hotel on Friday, May 6th. Nearly 300 people gathered to enjoy fine wine, hors d’oeuvres, dinner and the dance, all with the flavor and spirit of Argentina and Tango.
The evening started off with …
Watch Channel 10 Interview by Kimberly Hunt
An Innovative Character Enrichment Program
Kids Korps USA honors the life and celebrates the achievements of long-time supporter and recipient of the Kids Korps USA’s National Leadership Award, Julien Hug with the announcement of a new program called Hugs for Kids.
In his legacy, Hugs for Kids will reflect Julien’s kindness, [...]
