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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.
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KidWorks currently operates from one main center and three spoke centers.
Our Team
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Our Partners
Partners support KidWorks in a variety of impactful ways.
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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.

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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: Jasmin Ibarra

June 15, 2026

On her first day of preschool, Jasmin recalls big emotions, the tears at drop-off, and the overwhelming transition of being with her parents at home to being in a classroom… Continue Reading

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Legacy Giving
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Why I volunteer with KidWorks Melissa Ley
KidWorks volunteer Melissa Ley shares why she continues to volunteer at KidWorks!
Cory Hahn inspires at KidWorks Foundation for Success Luncheon
Mater Dei alumnus Cory Hahn.Cory was recruited by Arizona State University to play baseball for the Sun Devils. During the opening game of his freshman year, he was paralyzed from… Continue Reading
Walk With KidWorks
KidWorks invites you to walk with our students on the path towards college success!
KidWorks Preschoolers sing "God Bless America"
Celebrating the accomplishments of our littlest graduates!
Betty G. shares how KidWorks helped her achieve college success!
KidWorks alumnus shares how KidWorks prepared her for college success. She recently graduated with a Master’s in social work from USC and is ready to take on the world.
KidWorks Foundation for Success Luncheon (Alfredo's Story)
Meet Alfredo — One of the amazing students from KidWorks whose life was changed after joining our programs.
Meet The Torres' Family
The Torres family considers KidWorks a 2nd home in this interactive tour of the KidWorks Dan Donahue Center.
Thank You One OC
A HUGE Thank-You to OneOC Change Makers and Jane & Rob Reindl!
KidWorks Grand Opening Video
KidWorks Grand Opening Celebration on September 13th.
Foundation for Success 2016
KidWorks Foundation for Success luncheon 2016
Impact of Prayer: Kyle
The Impact of Prayer video series is coming to a close. Take a look at how a simple prayer request from Kyle Team changed her life three years ago!
Javier and Sandra’s story
Javier and Sandra’s story – Building Dreams Capital Campaign