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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

Champions for Kids

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

5 days ago

Champions for Kids
T.G. Smith Elementary came to ROCK and FINISH STRONG! 🐎💜📚We celebrated students who worked hard, stayed focused, and earned their Champion Boxes and Above & Beyond awards.Their message was simple: Every Stallion is a Champion. Our message…Every kid is a Champion.We’re proud of these students and grateful for the staff and families who help them succeed! 💪✨#ChampionsForKids #IFinishedStrong #TGSmithElementary #EveryKidAChampion #ReadingChampions***We do not own the rights to this music. ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Champions for Kids
A LOVELY DAY because of moments like this.💜Hundreds of “I FINISHED STRONG!” Champion Boxes delivered to students at Oakdale and Lingle Middle and several schools across Northwest Arkansas!📦✨These boxes represent rewards, effort, growth, and students choosing to FINISH STRONG!💪📚Huge thank you to @berkleywinepackaging for going above and beyond-designing, packing, and helping bring this moment to life for our kids.This is what impact looks like💜#ChampionsForKids #IFinishedStrong #ReadingChampions #RogersSchools #MakingADifference #LovelyDay ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Champions for Kids
Jones Elementary showed up…and we brought the ENERGY. 🔥When it comes to reading, it’s a mindset that has to takeover in…📚 Being Disciplined.📚 Being Committed.📚 Finishing STRONG.The I FINISHED STRONG! Reading Champions Kickoff at Jones Elementary (Jaguars) in Springdale are officially underway, and these students are ready to put in the work.Because champions are built through effort, consistency, and believing they can do it.Let’s go, Jaguars…it’s your time to shine! 🐆🏆#IFinishedStrong #ReadingChampions #ChampionsForKids #SpringdaleSchools #StudentSuccess #LevelUpWe do not own the rights to this music. ... 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