Announcements
Around the Block Dates Have Been Set!
Around The Block (ATB) is our largest program where our leadership team, volunteers, and donors can all interact together with the children we serve. ATB is a collaboration among Kids Matter, KOHL’s Department Store, and the McCarty Family Trust. Since 2006, we have served over 18,175 children in the DFW and Austin areas with our Around The Block program.…
Read MoreCharity Ball 2023 Was a Success!
We truly appreciate your support by attending our 2023 Boots & Bling Charity Ball, which is our main fundraiser. Because of you, this event was a great success, making our 16th annual ball one of the most successful ever! The funds you helped us raise will be used to continue our mission of helping underprivileged…
Read MoreSave the Date for Kids Matter Charity Ball 2023
Save the Date for Boots and Bling The Kids Matter Charity Ball is our largest annual fundraiser to support the many programs and partnerships we have to serve our mission. The 2023 Charity Ball is on April 14th at the Hilton in Southlake and kicks our fundraising efforts for the year. The funds raised allow us…
Read MorePut Stock in Something That Matters
Did you know that when you donate stock, you avoid the tax on the gain while deducting 100% of the value of the contribution? When you give stock, you may earn 2-3x the tax savings vs. donating cash. It’s a win-win for you and us. And now it’s fast, safe and easy to do. Every…
Read MoreWrap, Wrap, Baby Fundraiser benefitting Kids in Tarrant County
“Wrap, Wrap, Baby!” Bring your unwrapped gifts to our gift-wrapping fundraiser! Leave the paper cuts to us! It will be at Restore Wellness Center, 2600 E. Southlake Blvd, Suite 150, Southlake, TX 76092 It will be from 4-7 pm on two consecutive Thursdays: December 8 and December 15, 2022. For your tax-deductible donation, a “Kids…
Read MoreCambridge Investment Research donated over $75,000 to Kids Matter
Kids Matter International received a generous $75,219.00 donation from Cambridge Investment Research at their annual Ignite National Conference. After extensive evaluation of charities in the metroplex, Kids Matter was selected to benefit from donations of over 1,800 attendees. Cambridge matched up to $50 of each donation and hosted a 5K run and silent auction for…
Read MoreAround the Block 2022 Dates Set
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 13, 2022 Contact: Rachel Dahlstrom Rachel@KidsMatterIntl.org 2,000 Under-Served Children To Shop For New Clothing Southlake, TX: Over 2,000 economically disadvantaged children will shop for new clothes at KOHLS department stores thanks to Kids Matter International, a local charity serving children living at or below the poverty line. The Around the Block…
Read MoreEagles Challenge Hole-in-One 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Marti Conner, President Kids Matter International $2,000,000 Eagles Challenge Hole-in-One Golf Tournament to Benefit Kids Matter Southlake, Texas: Golfers will have a chance to win up to $2,000,000 in cash and prizes at the Kids Matter International Eagles Challenge Hole-in-One Golf Tournament to be held on August 29th, 2022, at…
Read MoreKids Matter International Awarded 2022 Platinum Seal from Candid (Formerly GuideStar)
January 25th, 2022 We’re excited to share that Kids Matter International, 501(c)3, has been awarded the 2022 Platinum Seal of Transparency by Candid (formerly GuideStar) for our 6th year! The Platinum Seal of Transparency demonstrates our commitment to share important information about our charity with the public.…
Read MoreKids Matter’s Around the Block Program Rated as Top Volunteer Opportunity in DFW!
Kids Matter International is proud to be named as one of the top non-profit organizations to volunteer for 2021 by Community Impact Newspaper. Community Impact Article on Kids Matter Volunteer Opportunities “Kids Matter International serves kids in desperate need by promoting literacy and distributing essentials, such as clothes, backpacks, shoes, and books. Sample activities: shop…
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