KIDS WITH A CALL INC
TAMPA, FLORIDA

Kids With A Call, Inc. (KWAC) is a reputable non-profit organization recognized under the IRS code 501(C)(3), incorporated in Florida on May 6, 2009, with the Filed Number N09000004468. The organization operates as a year-round afterschool and Out-of-School Time (OST) program, reaching children and youth ages 5 to 15 within the Tampa Bay area. KWAC was founded by Hillsborough County Public School educator Joycelyn E. Carpenter in 2009, driven by a mission to provide enriching OST programs that promote character-building among participants. The services offered by Kids With A Call include activities such as music, chorus, art, readers’ theater, and martial arts designed to foster literacy, critical thinking skills, discipline, teamwork, cultural understanding, and physical well-being. Through planned field trips and performance opportunities, the program aims to instill a sense of value and patriotism in its participants. Guided by the principles of 'Benevolence, Ethics, Self-Worth, Trustworthiness' - collectively known as BEST, the organization has successfully engaged over 200 students, keeping them safe and occupied during summer breaks. The initiative is supported by collaborations with local community partners and relies on the contributions of volunteers inspired by its mission to cultivate strong character skills. Joycelyn E. Carpenter, serving as President and Treasurer, alongside Angela Perry also playing a role as Treasurer, spearheads the organization’s efforts. Operational support includes professional services from Mr. Howard McKnight, P.A. CPA, who is responsible for preparing and submitting necessary filings to the IRS for KWAC. Financial contributions play an essential role in sustaining Kids With A Call's efforts to maintain its summer program, which annually benefits 35 to 40 students over a period of eight weeks each year when school is out. The importance of such programs has been underscored by studies illustrating potential economic impacts from reduced dropout rates and engagement. Headquartered at 1022 W. Berry Ave., Tampa, FL, the organization remains committed to leveraging after-school opportunities as effective strategies in keeping youth engaged and reducing dropout rates. For more information or to contribute, interested parties can contact Kids With A Call via phone at (813) 545-3521 or visit their website at kidswithacall.com.