Established in 1987, KIND is dedicated to improving the lives of young people by building a foundation in Christianity through education and life experiences that will encourage them to change the world for good. KIND is a free inner-city youth organization in Dayton, Ohio. KIND is currently open to any child from kindergarten to 6th grade who live in zip codes 45403 and 45410. We have a long wait list, so we hope to grow the program to serve more students and older ages.
Many of Dayton's children face significant challenges towards their development. Food insecurity. Academic gaps. English as a second language. Limited home supervision. Transportation barriers. Lack of financial resources for extracurricular activities. Nearby crime and drug use. The children need positive and stable relationships, support systems, and experiences to help them overcome those challenges and thrive to their full potential.
What We Do
Each day at KIND offers something new and exciting. Whether it's help with academic classes, a chance to be creative in art, serving the community, or adding to their life skills, our kids are always learning. KIND features an afterschool program, a summer program, mentoring program, neighborhood improvement program, and family support program. Our programs focus on the whole child - mind, body, and soul - and your donations remove the potential barriers of price, transportation, and food, making that support accessible to every child.
Free Transportation
1:10 Teacher to Student Ratio
Reading
Social-Emotional Learning
Bible Lessons
Homework Help
Computer Access
Arts & Crafts
Exercise & Play
Hot & Healthy Meals
Guest Speakers & Field Trips
Positive Behavior Rewards
Meet the Staff
Executive Director:
Ellie Broadbent
Program Coordinator:
Jhanae Carter
Teachers:
Alaina Ramirez
Emriyana Pettis
Kaila Bush
Kendra Sanders
Mary Kanak
Tim Mitchell
KIND's Board of Directors guide the organization to carry out its mission and give generously of their time, talents, and treasures.
Kenny Williams - President - Portfolio Director at DDC-ITS
Keith Valiquette - Vice President - Account Executive at Energy Systems Group
Leah Brown - Secretary - MCVTC Adult Education
Richard Graf - Treasurer - CPA and Shareholder at Hammerman, Graf, Hughes & Co., Inc
Haley Oda - Marketing - Client Marketing Manager at Synchrony Bank
Dr. Brian K. Hayes - Member - Senior Pastor of Engrafted Word Family Church
David Judson - Member - CEO of JJR Solutions
James Walker - Member - Waibel Energy
Jeff Evans - Member - President of Evans Energy