Good for Kids (goodforkids.org) was founded in 2003 by a small group of educators from suburban New York. As a fully volunteer organization, our advocacy has taken many forms in various locations. Our fundamental purpose, however, has never waivered. We aim to positively impact the lives of women and, in turn, children, families, and communities.
We began by taking high school students from Westchester County, NY on trips to LaCarpio, a refugee camp in Costa Rica. There, we built a center that houses classes, counseling, and safe spaces for at-risk youth. For several summers, we offered on-site arts, carpentry, and sports camps.
While providing direct support to women and children in LaCarpio, we also sought to inspire our local students toward advocacy and hands-on service. We are very proud of the ripple effect of those efforts.
Over time, our focus has pivoted to supporting those closer to home. Through our neighborhood Community Center of Northern Westchester and other agencies, we continue to champion the dreams of women, ultimately in support of children, families, and communities.
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A look back on our work in LaCarpio, Costa Rica
Our History
