KidsPlay™
What is KidsPlay™? KidsPlay™ tears down financial barriers and opens doors of opportunity, empowering our youth to rise, thrive, and discover their full potential. Created by the Community Foundation of Orange in 2007, KidsPlay™ ensures that no child is left on the sidelines. By providing access to youth sports, visual and performing arts, and enrichment programs, we champion healthy bodies, strong minds, and resilient spirits. Since its beginning, KidsPlay™ has equipped more than 2,750 young people with the chance to participate, compete, and belong. Guided by our mission, we stand with OUSD Title One schools, community centers, mental health professionals, and local leaders to identify and lift up the families who need it most. What’s New with KidsPlay™? In 2021, we answered a new call: the urgent need for youth mental health support. By expanding KidsPlay™ to include wellness resources, we continue our promise to adapt, protect, and fight for the well-being of our kids. Every challenge we face only strengthens our resolve to find bold, effective solutions. KidsPlay™ in Action True victories are won together. With over 75 partnerships across schools, businesses, nonprofits, and civic organizations, KidsPlay™ multiplies the power of every dollar and every act of support. We believe that choices shape futures—and choices only exist when opportunities are available. With your support, we are not just giving kids a chance today—we are building a stronger, healthier community for generations to come. KidsPlay™: where courage meets opportunity, and every child has the power to rise. COSTS: KidsPlay™ will assist with registration costs associated with participation in qualifying extracurricular activities. The CFO will reimburse registration costs directly to provider. |
ELIGIBILITY: KidsPlay™ Currently supports participants in 3rd-12th grade (ages 8-17) who demonstrate financial need by submitting a KidsPlay™ Application and supporting documentation. Applicants must reside within Orange Unified School District boundaries or attend school within the boundaries of the Orange Unified School District. We are currently not funding any high school sports leagues. A maximum of $250 per child per year may be awarded and can be used for qualifying activities. See list below of some of the qualifying activities. HOW TO REQUEST FUNDING: Families requesting assistance from KidsPlay™ should provide the following documents: KidsPlay™ Application for each child, with one or more of the following before registration closes. Applications will be denied if received after season begins. Priority for funding will be given to youth who attend school in Orange and who are choosing a league based in Orange. Out of area leagues will only be considered if funding allows.
Additional information may be requested to verify need and prior funding does not guarantee continued funding. Examples of qualifying activities: (this is a partial list--inquire for other options) Orange Junior Soccer Club AYSO Region 1335 Soccer North Sunrise Little League South Sunrise Little League Olive Pony Baseball Orange Youth Football/Cheer Cedar Tree Music Pacific Conservatory Youth Centers of Orange Central Orange Girls Softball NJB Send all inquiries to: Community Foundation of Orange c/o KidsPlay™ Program 1940 North Tustin Street, Suite 106 Orange, CA 92865 For more information, please contact: [email protected] Funding is disbursed on a first-come, first-served basis. Approval may take up to two weeks. **Initial funding for KidsPlay™ was obtained through a $10,000 matching grant from the Orange County Youth Sports Foundation, which, for the past 51 years, has raised funds to build and maintain youth sports programs and help scholar-athletes meet the financial challenges of a college education. More information onf OCYSF can be found on their website at https://ocysf.org/. |
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Tristan from Villa Park Basketball thanks KidsPlay!
Funding is currently CLOSED for soccer as of 8/12/25
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