The Kiwanis Children's Council of Hampton Roads

About KCCHR...

The Council was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in 2003. Comprised of a board of Kiwanis members and other community leaders, KCCHR works to address the unmet needs of children across Hampton Roads.  Ronald Gates organized KCCHR and serves as President. Robert Veith is Vice President. Morris Long is Treasurer. 

In 2005, The Children's Kiwanis Emergency Center Foundation (CKEC) merged with KCCHR.  The CKEC has been responsible for spearing heading several major fundraising projects for Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters--including raising funds for the CHKD Emergency Center named for Kiwanis, and a new transport vehicle. With the support of local clubs, individual Kiwanians, and the greater community, more than $1.3 million were raised for these two initiatives for CKHD. Many area Kiwanis Clubs continue their annual commitments to helping the children served by CHKD.

In 2003, KCCHR launched KidsPriorityOne, an Information & Referral Service, specializing in resources for children and families in Hampton Roads.  KidsPriorityOne offers the following:

• Website at www.KidsPriorityOne.org showcasing regional and national resources for parents, children (prenatal - 18 years), and human service professionals
• Searchable database of more than 1,000 area organizations - Southside and Peninsula - serving children of all ages. Search results can be printed off as a directory or e-mailed!
• Information Line at 757-CHILDREN (244-5373) - operating during weekday business hours - helping families find the services they need. Afterhours, callers are directed to contact 800-CHILDREN.

In October 2007, KCCHR formed a partnership with the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, to support the longevity of KidsPriorityOne. KPO became a program of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, and continues serving both the Southside and Peninsula.  KCCHR has made a fundraising commitment to continue supporting KidsPriorityOne.  These funds are raised through Kiwanis Clubs contributions, donations from Kiwanis Ambassadors, other club members and community supporters.

To learn more about The Council or KidsPriorityOne, e-mail Brenda Garrett, at director@kidspriorityone.org or call 757-244-5373.