Give Kids a Chance at a Better Future
When a worker is injured on the job, it doesn’t just affect them. It impacts the entire family. We support the kids.
Double Your Impact!
Between May 11 and June 11, every dollar donated to Kids’ Chance of California will be matched dollar‑for‑dollar up to $15,000 by the California Self‑Insurers Association (CSIA).
Your gift helps students affected by workplace injury or death pursue their education — now with twice the impact.
Kids’ Chance of California
In Memoriam: Christel A. Schoenfelder
It is with profound sadness that Kids’ Chance of California mourns the passing of Christel A. Schoenfelder, a cherished member of our Board of Directors and a tireless advocate for children of injured workers. Christel passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, [READ MORE]
Our Mission
Kids’ Chance of California is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to provide need-based educational scholarships to the children of California workers who have been fatally or seriously injured on the job. Kids’ Chance nationally was founded in 1988 in the state of Georgia and has expanded to all 50 states over the last 34 years. Our Kids’ Chance of California state organization was founded in 2012.
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Getting involved is essential to helping Kids’ Chance of California succeed. Check out all the great volunteer opportunities below!
Our Events
Events are essential to fundraising for Kids’ Chance of California. Through our events, we receive donations and spread the word about our growing organization.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
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Your contribution makes a difference. We all get a better
future when our kids get to pursue their educational dreams.