2026: Vision for the New Year
January 12, 2026Announcing KidWorks’ Two Main Growth Strategies for 2026 & Beyond Do you remember your first day of school, perhaps in first or second grade? If you’re like me, there was… Continue Reading
Santa Ana non-profit providing meals to hundreds of families impacted by COVID-19
SANTA ANA - In collaboration with Feed SoCal, Kid Works organization helps feed local children and families facing hardship during the pandemic. Continue Reading
David B. is KidWorks Longest Serving Intern
SANTA ANA - David Benavides started as an intern over 25 years ago. He didn’t anticipate that his internship would carry forward more than two decades later. Continue Reading
KidWorks asks Orange Countians to open hearts, wallets for “Igniting Potential” Giving Day
SANTA ANA - KidWorks has again partnered with the Orange County Community Foundation (OCCF) on “Igniting Potential,” an iheartoc collaborative Giving Day to support the youth of Orange County set for Wednesday, Sept. 18. Continue Reading
KidWorks Advisory Council Member Recognized As One of OC’s Power Women In Real Estate
SANTA ANA - KidWorks Advisory Council member was honored by BizNow as one of the top women in the Commercial Real Estate industry. Continue Reading
KidWorks to Honor Longtime Supporters Heidi and Ruben Mendoza at Annual Luncheon
SANTA ANA - KidWorks, a Santa Ana-based nonprofit that provides academic, spiritual and leadership programs for underserved children and teens, will present its 2019 Dan Donahue Leadership Award to longtime KidWorks friends Heidi and Ruben Mendoza. Continue Reading
KidWorks Golf Classic raises over $230,000 for College Success Initiative
Newport Coast - The 2019 KidWorks Golf Classic was a great success raising close to $235,000 to support KidWorks College Success Initiative. Thanks to all are golfers and sponsors who helped to make this year’s tournament a great success! Continue Reading
Financial Advisor volunteers with elementary students while counseling Orange County’s affluent families.
IRVINE - Silversage Advisors CEO Jeff Garell has found joy and passion by helping students secure their future through quality education. Continue Reading
KidWorks Campus Crash points students towards college
SANTA ANA - KidWorks, Campus Crash helps 1st generation, low-income students set their sights towards college through college visits and prep programs. Continue Reading
KW Foundation for Success Luncheon is named to the Top 5 luncheons in Orange County
SANTA ANA – KidWorks luncheon is the #3 highest grossing fundraiser in Orange County in 2018. Continue Reading
KW Raises over $750,000 at Foundation Luncheon
SANTA ANA – The 2018 KidWorks’ Foundation for Success (FFS) Luncheon, held Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Doubletree Hotel in Santa Ana, raised $748,000 to help fund after-school education and leadership development programs conducted by the nonprofit headquartered in central Santa Ana. Continue Reading
KidWorks honors Newport Coast philanthropist at 2018 Foundation for Success Luncheon
SANTA ANA – a Santa Ana-based nonprofit that provides academic, spiritual and leadership programs for underserved children and teens, will present its prestigious 2018 Dan Donahue Leadership Award to Steven L. Craig at the KidWorks’ 12th annual Foundation for Success Luncheon. Continue Reading
SAGE Scholar/UCI Student interns at KidWorks through Ueberroth Foundation scholarship program
SANTA ANA – UCI Senior Carolyne Villaescusa is a first generation college student and SAGE Scholar who is giving back to the community through her internship at KidWorks. Continue Reading
Igniting Potential Giving Day raises $45,514 for KidWorks in 24 hours
SANTA ANA – In collaboration with the Orange County Community Foundation and 11 other youth focused non-profits, KidWorks raises funds for our College Success Initiative. Continue Reading
Steve Craig honored as 2018 Dan Donahue Leadership Award Honoree
SANTA ANA – KidWorks recognizes longtime KidWorks supporter as the Dan Donahue Leadership award recipient. Continue Reading
KidWorks Golf Classic raises record $270,000 for their College Success Initiative.
NEWPORT BEACH – Thanks to the generosity of Title Sponsor Michael F. Harrah and Caribou Industries, and other key tournament sponsors, including Wells Fargo, CBRE and Lyon Living, the 6th Annual KidWorks Classic Golf Tournament earned a record $270,000 for their College Success Initiative. Continue Reading