Detroit non-profit seeks to raise $25,000 to support youth during charity gala
Developing Kingdoms in Different Stages (K.I.D.S) has been serving Detroit families since 2006. The not-for-profit organization provides programs centered around three core areas: prevention, family management and community support and supports children and youth ages 5-18, year-round. Program participants receive after-school tutoring, mentoring, development workshops, family night activities, field trips and grief, loss, and trauma support.
“The families we serve represent the marginalized communities where resources are few and far between,” said Kimberly Johnson, a former school teacher and the organization’s founder and president. “Our programs and initiatives give them a fighting chance to become respected leaders in their communities.”
“Even after youth age out of the program, they can still depend on us for additional support and access to resources,” added Kim. “Some of our youth have literally grown up in the program and we feel responsible to make sure that they are successful when they begin the next chapter of their lives.”
The charity event also includes dinner, a silent auction, live entertainment by jazz pianist, Marvin Thompson, and presentation of this year’s Kingdom Builder Award. The recipient of this year’s award is State Senator Sylvia Santana, a long time Developing K.I.D.S. supporter and parent who uses her role as an elected official to advocate for policies that keep communities safe and to ensure that all children have access to a good education. WDIV Local 4 reporter, Larry Spruill Jr. returns this year as guest emcee. Sponsorship packages are still available with packages starting at $500. To purchase tickets, visit developingkids.org/annual-gala.