Our Goal
We have a goal to send 30 kids to camp this year and we are very pleased to have already sent 33 so far.
The Kids on the Road program was founded in 2010 in partnership with the Family Centre. The trips are four-days in duration and are chaperoned by Family Centre professional success coaches who work yearlong with high risk kids between 13 and 18 years old attending schools in our community. The road trip creates opportunities for vulnerable kids to experience the “wonders of the Canadian west” and life outside their local neighbourhood while gaining an appreciation and understanding of all that Alberta has to offer; such as the pristine environment and rich history and culture. Kids on the Road will drive these kids to dream, discover and see possibilities while at the same time teaching kids important social and life skills; such as respect, responsibility, peer to peer relationship building, team work, food preparation, and outdoor living.
Kids on the Road participants have said:
“I learned more about First Nation’s culture, stuff you wouldn’t read in text books and it was neat sleeping in a tee pee.”
“It helped me to make new friends and not be shy.”
Participants had a positive experience! Based on the 2014 survey:
• 93% went to places that they had never seen
• 100% formed friendships that may not have existed otherwise
• 62% said the tour was an opportunity that they would not have access to
• 76% said it was an experience that I never experienced before
• 83% were more hopeful and optimistic about the future
• 66% said family relationships have been better
Kids on the Road is made possible by the generosity of our supporters and donors. Casino gaming funds are used to provide these programs to youth. We continue to seek corporate sponsorship for this program. Please contact us for more information.
Sponsors
How you can help
Donate Tickets
Do you want to give kids or youth a chance to have unforgettable experiences? Donate tickets today!
Donate Money
If you wish to donate directly to this program, contact our office and let us know!