At Greater Gallatin United Way, we believe that leadership starts early. Every child has the potential to lead, inspire, and build a brighter future—but that potential needs the right environment to flourish. Through kidsLINK, we go beyond providing out-of-school care. We’re creating spaces where children don’t just learn—they thrive, build confidence, and grow into tomorrow’s leaders.
In our community, 88% of families struggle to afford child care. This challenge extends beyond these individual families——it impacts us all. Without affordable care, parents are often forced to leave the workforce, which disrupts their ability to provide for their families and weakens the local economy. 46% of working parents say that a lack of affordable child care is the main reason they’ve had to step away from their jobs.
At kidsLINK, we’re Leading the Way in addressing this critical need. By providing affordable, high-quality out-of-school care, we’re helping parents stay employed, children stay engaged, and our community stay strong. It’s about more than just out-of-school care—it’s about ensuring that every family has the opportunity to thrive.
kidsLINK goes beyond afterschool care by offering consistent, year-round support. Our programs ensure that children have access to care every month—whether during the school year, on PIR days, or over school breaks. This provides parents with peace of mind, knowing they won’t have to scramble for temporary solutions or sacrifice their jobs to care for their children.
“kidsLINK has been a lifesaver for my family,” says Emily, a working mom of two. “Not only can I stay at work knowing my kids are in good hands, but I also see them learning and growing every day. They’re more confident, more engaged, and I know they’re being set up for success. kidsLINK is the favorite part of their day.”
Our kidsLINK program isn’t just about supervision—it’s about helping children develop the skills they need to succeed in life. Leadership is at the core of what we do. Through activities that encourage teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity, kidsLINK helps children understand what it means to lead.
“A leader helps others, even when it’s hard.” – Harper, 5th grade
With your support, we can continue to provide the leadership opportunities that shape these young minds.
Join Us in Leading the Way
This year, we’re calling on our entire community to join us in Leading the Way by supporting kidsLINK. Your donations help us provide year-round care for children, ensure working families can stay employed, and give kids the tools they need to grow into confident leaders.
DONATE: Just $50 can help provide an entire week of out-of-school care for a child – Donate Today
SHOP AMAZON WISHLIST: Consider checking out our Amazon wishlist and help supply enriching activities that allow young minds to grow.
VOLUNTEER: Volunteer with our kidsLINK programs—reach out to Allison at allison@gguw.org if you are interested in giving your time.
Together, we can Lead the Way to a brighter future.
Give today and help us continue to build strong families, confident leaders, and a thriving community.
Every dollar you give goes directly to supporting the children and families in our community, making sure they have the opportunities they need to thrive.
Thank you to our kidsLINK Sponsors
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