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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Fundraising

A Good Goal

More than 1,600 artists entered the 2021 Youth with Refugees Art Contest, to raise money for sports programs for young refugees.

Health Literacy

Bringing Books

Maryland teenager Emily Bhatnagar started a book drive to help kids with cancer.

oil pumps in a wheat field
Civic Engagement Environment

Youth Climate Case

Sixteen young people are suing the state of Montana. They say its support for fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and gas is driving climate change and ruining the environment.

young girl running a race with her parents
Environment Fundraising

Water Run

Addyson Moffitt ran the 2017 Kansas City Half Marathon for World Vision, to raise money for clean water.

two women and a young girl smile in front of artwork depicting the ukranian flag and sunflowers
Environment

The Kid Report: The Ripple Effect

TFK Kid Reporter Ronak Bhatt writes about his efforts to start a composting program at his school.

two women and a young girl smile in front of artwork depicting the ukranian flag and sunflowers
Environment

The Kid Report: Testing the Water

Allie Amison took part in a wastewater testing program at her school, and writes about it in this article.

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Food Insecurity

The Kid Report: Filling a Need

Scarlett Pace, 11, writes about how she set up a community fridge in her area.

two women and a young girl smile in front of artwork depicting the ukranian flag and sunflowers
Literacy

The Kid Report: Bringing Books

TFK Kid Reporter Orion Jean, 12, shares some tips on how to start a book drive.