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Nonprofit profile

Kids First Inc

Lincoln, NEFounded 1997EIN 911824594
Food & Basic Needs 501(c)(3) verified No active projects
Overview

About Kids First Inc

Kids First Inc. gives Lincoln families a place where infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age care are all part of the same steady picture. It also offers transportation to and from Eastridge Elementary School, along with subsidy support for families who need help with fees. For donors, that means support can help a center that is built around practical care and accessible help for children and families in the community.

What sets Kids First apart is how many stages of childhood it serves under one roof, including full-time care for infants as young as 6 weeks, a year-round school-age program, and transportation to and from Eastridge Elementary School. It also makes room for families who need tuition assistance or Title XX subsidized childcare, which helps keep care within reach.

What they do

Programs

The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.

Program 01

Christian child care and preschool

Quality Christian childcare and education for children and families in the community.

Program 02

Infant care

Full-time care for infants 6 weeks to 18 months.

Program 03

Toddler care

Full-time care for toddlers.

Program 04

Preschool care

Full-time care for preschool-aged children.

Program 05

School-age program

A year-round program for elementary-aged children.

Program 06

Transportation to and from Eastridge Elementary School

Transportation service for school-age children.

Program 07

Title XX subsidized childcare

Childcare for children who qualify for federal subsidy under the Title XX program.

Program 08

Family tuition assistance

A portion of income is reserved to help subsidize families that could not afford the full fee.

The story

About this work

In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.

Mission

The mission of Kids First is to express the love of Jesus Christ while lovingly providing quality Christian childcare and education to the children and families of the community.

Who they serve

Children and their families in Lincoln, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, elementary-aged children, and families needing tuition support or federal subsidy assistance.

Their impact

  • 11 families benefitted from childcare for children who qualify for federal subsidy under the Title XX program.
  • 7 families benefitted from reserved income used to help subsidize families that could not afford the full fee.

How your donation helps

  • Help subsidize families that cannot afford the full fee.
  • Support childcare for children who qualify for federal subsidy under the Title XX program.
For the community

Need help?

How someone in need can access Kids First Inc’s services.

Families can contact Kids First, Inc. by phone at 402-489-8866, by email at kfchildcare@gmail.com, or by scheduling a tour through the contact page.

Credibility

Recognition & press

Awards & recognition

  • Step 5 participant in Nebraska's Step Up to Quality Rating system for childcare providers
From the newsroom

In the news

Articles featuring Kids First Inc from the Love What You Fund newsroom.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.

What ages does Kids First serve?

Kids First serves infants, toddlers, preschool-aged children, and school-age children with full-time care.

Does Kids First offer school-age care during the year and summer?

Yes. It has a year-round school-age program and summer school-age care.

Does Kids First provide transportation for students?

Yes. It provides transportation to and from Eastridge Elementary School.

Does Kids First help families with childcare costs?

Yes. It offers Title XX subsidized childcare and also reserves income to help subsidize families that could not afford the full fee.

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