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Ray

Joy, hope & love
for children
nationwide

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of Hope

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A Ray of Hope

Joy, hope & love for children nationwide

Our Mission

Champions for Kids provides resources for children in our nation’s highest poverty schools to be prepared for success in school and in life.  We do this by providing teachers in K-8 public schools with resources, incentives, and rewards to help children and youth reach and exceed school benchmarks in reading, health and fitness and soon additional STEM programs. Our priority focus is Northwest Arkansas K-8 public schools.

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Our Vision

Our vision is that ALL children graduate from high school with the skills, training, support, and healthy habits that prepare them for success in life.

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Our Values

Our core values have remained our driving force. ALL children should have:

  • Someone who cares
  • A place to belong
  • Hope for tomorrow
  • Provisions for their journey
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Champions for Kids

CFK helps kids in underserved communities finish STRONG in school and in life.

6 days ago

Champions for Kids
✨ Sneak Preview! ✨Eagle Foods — one of our incredible presenting sponsors — is getting a beautiful bakery display at the CFK Holiday Festival! Occasions by Bevin is crafting a delightful, festive showcase that brings their brand to life. 🎄🍞#eaglefoods #ChampionsforKids #HolidayFestival ... See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago

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Celebrating schools that go above and beyond! 📚✨🎅Thank you, Joe Mathias, Grace Hill, Russell D. Jones, Bonnie Grimes, and Old Wire Elementary, for investing in your students and joining the Champions for Kids — I Finished Strong Reading Program. ... See MoreSee Less
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7 days ago

Champions for Kids
Shoutout to ArcBest: Our “Last Mile” Champion!Last week, we hit a logistical hurdle during gift delivery for the Holiday Festival. We needed serious support—fast! After a quick phone call, ArcBest jumped in without hesitation to coordinate trucks for a massive load-in. Their rapid response and commitment carried us through a huge delivery challenge, and we’re grateful for the way they stepped up when it mattered most. Thank you, @arcbest_official , for helping us go the last mile! ... See MoreSee Less
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Relive the magic of the Champions for Kids Holiday Festival held on December 14, 2024! 🎉 This heartwarming event brought together teachers, students, and families from sixteen K-8 schools in Northwest Arkansas as part of the I FINISHED STRONG! Reading Champions Program.

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Champions for Kids Founding Sponsors and Partners

  • 6.5

    MM Children Served

  • 50

    States Participating

  • 278K

    People Involved

  • &

  • 31k

    Community Organizations Received Donations