Kids Helping Kids

Mission Statement

The mission of “Kids Helping Kids” is to involve Orange County kids and their parents in the fight against the number one genetic killer of children, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Over the past year, we have been approached by children of all ages asking how they can help. Many of these children know a Duchenne boy, as there are several families in the Newport/Orange County area that are affected.

Strategy

CureDuchenne organizes local schools, scout troops, church groups and neighbors to disseminate information regarding Duchenne. Our goal is to help kids learn to give back to their community and provide public service in an underserved area that affects their peers. We teach kids how to plan, organize and implement public awareness campaigns and fundraising events. For those who are interested we provide intern programs where they can learn the business of a non-profit organization. For most kids, this will be their first service project which opens their eyes to the needs of disadvantaged children in their community.

The spirit and habit of giving and philanthropy starts early in life. “Kids Helping Kids” is a program designed to instill in the youth of Newport Beach and surrounding areas, a desire to help kids in their community who are severely disabled and physically disadvantaged by the genetic defect, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

We accomplish our goals by involving the kids in activities that are fun and educational. We want our local kids to enjoy helping others, so this positive association will stay with them a lifetime.

CureDuchenne professionals will help them through the process, providing them with the tools and support necessary for success. Our current 2006 programs include: