On April 11, 2004, a guest editorial appeared in the Grants Pass Daily Courier, authored by Scott Draper, decrying the inactivity of young people locally and nationally. This article inspired a group of community members from varying backgrounds with a common concern for the health of our local children to form the KidZone Foundation, which began activities in January, 2006. We received official status as a 501 (c) (3) organization in February, 2007. In August, 2008, the name was changed to KidZone Community Foundation.
Vision
"All kids moving with a smile"
Mission
"To promote physical activity for children, teens and their families"
Core Purpose
We are advocates, catalysts, and educators for our vision.