Kids Making a Difference

We’re shining a light on young people who are doing ordinary and extraordinary things to impact the world around them. Know someone who we should consider for a future Kid of the Month article? Submit their story to the editors for consideration.

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A smiling child wearing a purple T-shirt stands outdoors beside a wagon filled with supplies.

Star Power: Avery Jenkins

Avery started Helpful Hair Kits, an organization giving foster kids with textured and curly hair access to products that help them look their best.

A smiling child with braces in front of evergreen trees.

Star Power: Caroline LaRusso-Leung

Caroline works with an organization that arranges community service projects for kids and families who want to volunteer.

A smiling child stands in front of a colorful painted background.

Star Power: Evan Shiu

Evan volunteers as a youth soccer coach and mentor in his community.

A smiling child wearing a red T-shirt stands indoors in a kitchen.

Star Power: Eli Mathews

Eli started a community service youth group to help kids get involved.

A smiling child with long hair stands in front of a leafy wall covered with green vines.

Star Power: Foster Barinholtz

Foster started a chapter of a community-service club in her hometown.

A smiling child stands indoors against a light-colored wall, wearing a plaid button-down shirt.

Star Power: Patrick Finnegan

Patrick volunteers as a peer mediator at his school.

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Kindness

Spreading Joy

Teachers and students in California created a public art project for their community. Its positive message has attracted a global audience.