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Who We Are: A Legacy of Service

our dedication to empowering the people of our past and Future

At Kids N Vets, we are more than just a non-profit; we are a dedicated bridge between community generosity and those who served our country or represent our future. Our mission is built on the belief that neither a veteran nor a child should ever lack the essential tools to thrive.

Investing in Our Mission

Our ability to deliver life-changing resources is powered directly by focused, community-driven fundraising. We operate on the principle that financial transparency and strategic partnership are the foundations of sustainable impact. We don't just provide aid; we build a network of support that lasts.

  • Our Commitment: By organizing high-impact events, like our annual holiday toy drives, and partnering with organizations such as the South Suburban Chiefs of Police, we ensure every dollar raised is converted into direct, tangible support.

  • Your Role: You are the engine behind our impact. With your support, we ensure students at places like Algonquin Preschool Academy have the supplies they need to succeed, and our veterans receive the specialized care and dignity they’ve earned.

Every donation is more than a gift, it is a direct investment in community stability and a brighter, more equitable future.

A table with a colorful banner advertising a school supplies giveaway by Kids N Vets. The table has bottles of hand sanitizer, some papers, and a box. The banner features school supplies illustrations like colored pencils, scissors, a ruler, paper cl
Four young girls standing together outdoors under a tent, holding white bags with green and black text. The girls are smiling and wearing red shirts, with some holding red pom-poms. The background shows trees and a clear blue sky.
Two smiling men standing outdoors, one wearing a camouflage cap with 'USA' and a green shirt with 'SUPPORT' and a patriotic American flag graphic, and the other wearing a black cowboy hat and a light blue shirt with the text 'The Village of PHOENIX,
Group of six adults standing outdoors, wearing matching light blue T-shirts, in front of a brick building with signs and tents, at an event.
A group of people gathered outside on a sunny day, receiving supplies from a man. The supplies include packaged items, and there are boxes on the table in front of them. The group appears to be part of a community event or distribution.
A banner advertising the Kids N Vets Back-to-School School Supplies Giveaway, with details about the $5 raffle for an iPhone and Android phone, and sponsors listed.
Back-to-school giveaway table with school supplies including backpacks, notebooks, scissors, and pens, set up in a parking lot. Kids and adults are present nearby, and a van with open trunk containing boxes and supplies is visible.
A sign on a metal fence advertising a back-to-school school supplies giveaway sponsored by Kids N Vets and Amstar Gas Station, with a phone number and website.
Table set up in a parking lot with school supplies for a back-to-school giveaway, including backpacks, notebooks, pencils, scissors, and markers. A large banner on the table promotes the event with contact info and website, with a young boy sitting b
A man in a white sleeveless shirt with red text and black cap shows backpacks to three children at an outdoor table on a city street, surrounded by trees and blue sky.
A group of children and an adult at an outdoor table with backpacks and supplies on a sunny day in a park.
Banner advertising the Kids N Vets Back-to-School School Supplies Giveaway and raffle for an iPhone and Android phone, sponsored by O&M Electronics and TNT Group, displayed on a metal fence outside a gas station and convenience store.
Hand sanitizer bottles arranged on a table at an outdoor event, with bags of supplies and a storage container nearby, parked cars in the background.
Multiple plastic shopping bags from Staples filled with various items are placed on a table outdoors.
A family of three standing on a sidewalk in a park area on a sunny day, posing for a photo. The woman has long black curly hair and is wearing a black athletic outfit, the man is wearing a black sleeveless shirt, a red cap, and holding a plastic bag,
Three men taking a selfie outdoors, two wearing sunglasses and caps, one in a green Chicago State University polo, another in a blue campaign T-shirt, and the third in a camouflage cap. The background shows a parking lot and trees.
Table with hand sanitizer bottles, plastic bags of supplies, and a black bag, set up outside near a van and parked cars.

Recent Events

  • We’re back! For the 2025 holiday season, KidsNVets officially teamed up with the South Suburban Chiefs of Police once again to keep the tradition alive. Santa and the Chief Elf hit the road to surprise hundreds of kids across the South Suburban area with toys and holiday cheer. There’s nothing better than seeing this community come together year after year to make wishes come true.

    Learn more about it on our previous events page, or go to our gallery to see some pictures from the event!

  • We shared holiday cheer with the people at the north orchard place disability housing.

    Visit our gallery to see some pics!

  • We couldn’t celebrate 2025 without a visit to our friends at Algonquin Preschool Academy! We had a blast spreading holiday cheer and seeing the pure joy on the kids' faces. It’s moments like these that make our mission so rewarding.

    Want to see the fun? Head over to our gallery to check out the photos from the day!

Monument with an eagle on top surrounded by people, trees, and a blue sky, dedicated to veterans and active service members from World War II.
Monument with four panels labeled Homeland, Family, Patriot, and Sacrifice, displaying patriotic imagery and symbols honoring military service, situated outdoors on a lawn with trees and a lake in the background.

Who are we?

KidsNVets is a non-profit, based in Chicago Illinois, that is dedicated to bridging resource gaps for children and military veterans, creating a lasting impact in our communities.

Journey through Our Mission, Methods, and Impact:

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A promotional flyer encouraging donations of used cars, trucks, and SUVs to support kids and veterans. The flyer features an image of a white car, a family of three with two children, and two uniformed service members, one of whom is in a wheelchair. The background has red and beige stripes, with text promoting the kids nvets program, website, phone number, and a message that change starts with you.

Ready to Make a Difference?

KidsNVets relies entirely on the compassionate action of our community. Join us today to directly support a veteran's stability or a child's educational journey. 

We are currently accepting car donations that will directly benefit the cause: 

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