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KVC Kansas is a private, nonprofit organization that serves over 15,000 children and adults each year. Our team of professionals provides family strengthening and preventative services, parent training, foster care case management, family reunification services, foster family recruitment and support, adoption, aftercare, outpatient therapy and more.
We envision a world in which every person is safe and connected to a strong family and a healthy community.
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STEAM Camps – Free Summer Camps for Foster Families
June 13, 2023 @ 10:00 am - June 27, 2023 @ 8:00 pm
Kids in foster care and their caregivers in northeastern Kansas have 2 FREE STEAM summer camp opportunities this year! For KVC supported youth and families.
Option 1: KIDS ONLY!
Free camp for children in foster care who have finished kindergarten to age 12. Campers will enjoy fun, science-filled days at the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center. Lunch provided.
Option 2: WHOLE FAMILIES!
Free camp for foster families–kids and grown ups! All ages welcome with caregivers. Enjoy fun and learning at the museum. Dinner provided.
Contact Chelsea Cox at 913-444-2155 or ccox@kvc.org to sign up ASAP.
About Kansas Children’s Discovery Center
The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center is a hands-on children’s museum with a mission to enhance the lives of children and enrich the communities it serves. Since opening in 2011 in Topeka, Kansas, the Discovery Center has become a special place where children can explore, create, discover and learn through play. The museum features over 15,000 square feet of indoor exhibits and a 4.5 acre certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom. Learn more at kansasdiscovery.org.