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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 2027
Festival of Chefs
July 23, 2026 @ 5:00pm - 10:00 pm
Rosé on the Bay
September 16, 2026 @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Cars & Cocktails
November 12, 2026 @ 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Meet the Preschool Alum: Yosely Ocampo

June 22, 2026

Yosely Ocampo has a special place at KidWorks: a cubby, etched with her name, inside the preschool classroom on Chestnut Ave. This tiny remnant of Yosely’s time in preschool is… 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.

Student Spotlight: Jesse Torres

February 8, 2024

Jesse Torres may be one of KidWorks busiest high school seniors. In addition to honors classes, he plays varsity lacrosse, serves on his school’s color guard, and is active in KidWorks… Continue Reading

Kimberly's Story
August 8, 2023
Help Support the Potential in KidWorks Youth on Sept. 21
September 8, 2022
A Warm Send-Off for Our College/University Bound Students
August 5, 2022
Campus Crash sets the stage for college and career success
April 19, 2022
From KidWorks to Berkeley: A Student's Journey
November 17, 2021
College Apps Academy Turns Dreams Of College Into Reality
October 13, 2021
Estrella's Story: A ninth grader with a huge heart for helping others
April 29, 2021
Jair Betanzos: How KidWorks planted a seed for college success
April 29, 2021
Omar Salazar: How KidWorks Cultivated A Leader In The Making
February 23, 2021

Contact Us

Program Registration

Signature Events

Pickleball for a Purpose

Festival of Chefs

Rosé on the Bay

Cars & Cocktails

Latest Articles

Meet the Preschool Alum: Yosely Ocampo

Meet the Preschool Alum: Jasmin Ibarra

Celebrating our preschool’s 20th anniversary

Meet the Student Leaders: Sophia & Leyla

Your support matters.

Student Spotlight: Jesse Torres

Kimberly's Story

Help Support the Potential in KidWorks Youth on Sept. 21

A Warm Send-Off for Our College/University Bound Students

Campus Crash sets the stage for college and career success

From KidWorks to Berkeley: A Student's Journey

College Apps Academy Turns Dreams Of College Into Reality

Estrella's Story: A ninth grader with a huge heart for helping others

Jair Betanzos: How KidWorks planted a seed for college success

Omar Salazar: How KidWorks Cultivated A Leader In The Making

KidWorks Blog

Stories, Insights and More.

Student Spotlight: Jesse Torres

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