Education Changes Lives
KKIS & Girls Just Wanna Weekend 6: Packing for a Purpose in Playa del Carmen
January 17, 2024 – Barcelo Hotel– Playa del Carmen
200+
Backpacks Packed
2nd
Year in a row of GYYW help
2500
Backpacks Given Annualy
225
Public high school scholarships
Supporting Education in Mexico: KKIS Packing Event with Girls Just Wanna
Girls Just Wanna Weekend 6, held at the luxurious Barcelo Riviera Maya, recently concluded with a heartwarming display of community spirit. In a continued partnership with keeping kids in school(KKIS), attendees generously donated school supplies to support local education in Mexico.
This year marked the second consecutive year of collaboration between Girls Just Wanna and KKIS. Festival-goers were encouraged to bring school supplies, and the response was overwhelming!
The Keeping Up Foundation, founded by Brandi Carlile, actively participated in the event. Gloria, the Executive Director of the Keeping Up Foundation, provided invaluable support, lending a hand in organizing the school supply drive and assisting attendees in packing the bags. Together, attendees and the incredible Allison Porthier, a talented performing artist at the festival, diligently packed over 200 bags filled with essential learning tools.
These bags will be distributed to children in need across the region, ensuring they have the necessary resources to succeed in their education.
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Girls Just Wanna Weekend 6 in Playa del Carmen
Want to have a team building event?
Inspired by Girl’s just Wanna Weekend dedication? US companies and individuals have many ways to partner with KKIS:
- Support our programs: Help us provide educational opportunities for deserving students.
- Volunteer your skills: Share your expertise and make a difference.
- Spread the word: Raise awareness about the importance of education in the Riviera Maya.
- Want to have a team building event? We can provide you with our recomended partner for activities and team building for all of your needs. From Backpacks, to building bicycles to wheelchairs and many other activities to help the community with your own event
Contact us today at info@kkisproject.org to learn more about partnership opportunities!
Backpacks Packed
KISS PROJECT
Testimonials
I knew this is very important work. To have accesible and propper education you need to have the propper tools.
Ofeck’s proudest moment was representing the state in a Nation wide English contest. He is studying Software Engineering and would love to help people with technology in the future.
We are thrilled to be in Mexico today helping KKIS
KKIS Vision
Improving lives through education.
KKIS (Keeping Kids in School) works to build stronger communities in Playa del Carmen by eliminating financial obstacles to public education. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn and succeed, and we are dedicated to making education accessible and affordable for promising students in our community.
KKIS Mission
KKIS provides programming that improves graduation rates for promising students and prepares them for life success by offering financial aid, community connections, and educational support. In addition to academics, KKIS helps students develop essential language, life, and work skills to build a stronger community.
Recognizing that education is often unaffordable for many families in Mexico, we remove financial barriers to keep kids in school through generous donations from individuals and companies who share our values and vision.
