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University and High School Scholarships
Scholarships tangibly keep kids in school and ensure they graduate with a diploma, giving our students brighter futures.
Gifts of 2021 – A Story of Chance & Choice
Team Chili Piper on meeting the 15 high school scholars they are sponsoring at Cecyte Quintana Roo Plantel Tulum for the next 3 years!
Scholarships: The 1st Step Towards a Brighter Future
Scholarships: The 1st Step Towards a Brighter Future The value of education is undeniable. Academic excellence, along with discipline and values, provides a strong foundation for the development of a well-rounded student. But for many families living in the Riviera...
Advisors Program – Helping 78 kids find their way today
"We wanted to help them figure out who they are, where they're headed, and how they're going to get there" - Gayle Collins, Founder of the KKIS Project. This year has been one of the most exciting years for all of us at KKIS. Thanks to an amazing group of donors and...
School Supplies
Like planting a seed, the message given to each student in Mexico receiving school supplies is “staying in school can make dreams come true.”
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Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer opportunities at KKIS are powerful ways to help others, have fun, and make a meaningful difference in the world.
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Community Connections
KKIS Community connections play an important role in preparing students for real life and breaking the cycle of poverty.
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Change Lives Through Education
Our mission is to improve graduation rates and prepare students for careers; changing lives through education.
KKIS Origin Story – A Teacher’s Greatest Dream; No Child Left Behind
KKIS Origin Story Did you have a teacher that really “got you”? A teacher that saw your uniqueness, encouraged you to develop your skills, inspired you to be your best? Gayle Collins, the founder of Keeping Kids In School, was that teacher. They say that once you are...
The Amazing 11th Annual KKIS Auction and Dinner – Sights and Sounds of Mexico!
11th Annual KKIS Auction and Dinner - Sights and Sounds of Mexico! We are thrilled to announce another Auction and Dinner after a whole year without being able to meet up in person... We are back, better, bigger, and stronger than ever!!! We look forward to finally...
KKIS partners with Universidad Tecnológica de la Riviera Maya
KKIS Scholars who finish High School could have discounts and/or scholarships at Universidad Tecnológica de la Riviera Maya. A few months ago, Malú Martínez, our Connections Program Coordinator, and Fred Uriarte, Board Member and Scholarships Director at KKIS, visited...
Things to Do in the Riviera Maya
We’re proud to call the Riviera Maya home. Below are some of our favorite things to do here. Find More Things to Do »
Convenience at Your Doorstep: The Best Meal Preparation Services in Playa del Carmen
Discover the top meal preparation services in Playa del Carmen that bring culinary convenience straight to your door.
Best Food Delivery in Playa Del Carmen: Apps and Services Guide
Discover the best food delivery apps in Playa del Carmen! Order like a pro & savor local flavors from your hammock!
8 Best Playa Del Carmen Restaurants That Are Over the Highway!
Exhausted all of your dining options on Fifth Avenue and in the tourist-centric east side of the highway? Or just looking for something different that won’t break the bank? Sometimes you just want to get away from the crowds (and the overinflated prices) on La Quinta,...
Top 5 All Inclusive Resorts in Playa Del Carmen That Offer a Day Pass!
Living in Playa del Carmen, we are used to laying on sun-kissed shores and great dining. But sometimes we want to enjoy the resort life too. While taking a staycation at some of the top-notch all-inclusive resorts in the area is an option, did you also know that many...
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KKIS Expands to Tulum: Education Changes Everything!
KKIS or Keeping Kids in School was started with the belief that education changes lives; that all children should have access to public education. Keeping Kids In School is not an easy task in Mexico where public high school costs more than 2 months of an average...
How KKIS Helps 3rd Year High School Students Prepare for the Future
How KKIS Helps 3rd Year High School Students Prepare for the Future When our students reach their 3rd and final year of high school, they have reached a point that some never thought they could achieve. They are on the verge of becoming high school graduates. We want...
The 5 Best Vegan Restaurants in Playa Del Carmen
Playa del Carmen’s relaxed pace of life lends itself to a culture of laid back days at the beach, sunrise yoga, and smoothie bowls. If you’re a vegan and new to town, you might be wondering where to fill up on some wholesome vegan eats. Find out the best vegan...
The Journey to Graduation-The KKIS Student’s 2nd Year of High School
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