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Our Story
For 30 years, KidWorks is bringing hope into Orange County’s most under-resourced neighborhoods.
Our Mission
Inspiring youth, fueling their growth, and catalyzing their impact in the community and in the world.
Our Locations
KidWorks currently operates from one main center and three spoke centers.
Our Team
Get to know the friendly faces who serve our students and their families.
Our Donors
We are grateful for those who walk alongside our students.
Our Partners
Partners support KidWorks in a variety of impactful ways.
Financials
Achieving results requires excellence and accountability.
Careers
Join our talented staff in making a difference in the lives of our students.

Contact Us

Want to get in touch? We’re here to answer any question you might have.

Program Success Strategies
Personal development & spiritual growth, college & career readiness, leadership training and academics are key to whole person development.
Preschool
Dedicated to building skills that are promoted through intentional teaching.
After School
Our after-school programs focus on whole-person development.
Youth
Placing youth on a direct path towards college, and hope for their future.
College & Career
We make an 18-year commitment to each student, from Pre-K through B.A.
Families
Teaching parents how to help their children effectively through education.

Program Registration

It's not too late to register for KidWorks programs and summer camps. Click here to sign-up and learn more!

Pickleball for a Purpose
April 15, 2027
Festival of Chefs
July/August 2027
Rosé on the Bay
September 16, 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cars & Cocktails
November 12, 2026 @ 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Meet the KidWorks Alum: Haide Gutierrez

August 19, 2026

(Editor’s note: This is the first in a new series called “Meet the KidWorks Alum,” where you have a chance to learn more about the many successful students who graduated… Continue Reading

Give to KidWorks General Fund
Invest in tomorrow's leaders!
Give In-Kind
Throughout the year, KidWorks needs donations of school supplies, program materials, toys, and more.
Legacy Giving
Gift plans and bequests can create opportunities for you as well as for the children and youth of KidWorks.
Give Crypto
Donating cryptocurrency directly to KidWorks is more tax efficient and can save you money.

Your support matters.

We’ve outlined multiple ways to give—please choose the one that works best for you!

Ways to Give

KidWorks Blog

Stories, Insights and More.

Our KidWorks blog is filled with inspiring stories, events, news and insights written by our talented team of volunteers and staff.

Senior Success Spotlight: Jesse Torres

February 28, 2024

KidWorks closely collaborates with the business community to develop students who are prepared to enter the workforce and embark on meaningful careers. A perfect example is Jesse Torres, a KidWorks… Continue Reading

2nd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza Coming Soon!
February 20, 2024
Student Spotlight: Jesse Torres
February 8, 2024
Back-to-school drive set for August
August 8, 2023
Our After School Programs Get a Boost with Fulltime Tutor
September 13, 2022
Meet Diego: Student, Athlete and Leader
March 17, 2022
Start Well: Partnering in the well-being of our youngest scholars
March 1, 2022
Pure Game Provides Pure Fun For KidWorks Students
May 11, 2021

Contact Us

Program Registration

Signature Events

Pickleball for a Purpose

Festival of Chefs

Rosé on the Bay

Cars & Cocktails

Latest Articles

Meet the KidWorks Alum: Haide Gutierrez

Q&A with SLAY: KidWorks' newest leadership cohort

Maria Ruvalcaba: Inspiring Youth for 10+ Years

Volunteer of the Quarter: Farmers & Merchants Bank

Your support matters.

Senior Success Spotlight: Jesse Torres

2nd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza Coming Soon!

Student Spotlight: Jesse Torres

Back-to-school drive set for August

Our After School Programs Get a Boost with Fulltime Tutor

Meet Diego: Student, Athlete and Leader

Start Well: Partnering in the well-being of our youngest scholars

Pure Game Provides Pure Fun For KidWorks Students

KidWorks Blog

Stories, Insights and More.

Senior Success Spotlight: Jesse Torres

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