Kids' Chance of Oregon

06/08/2026

Did you know you can support Kids’ Chance of Oregon just by shopping at Fred Meyer?

By linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to KCOR, a portion of your purchases will be donated to us — at no cost to you.

It takes less than two minutes to sign up:
1️⃣ Log into your Fred Meyer Rewards account
2️⃣ Search for Kids’ Chance of Oregon
3️⃣ Select us as your Community Rewards organization

Then just shop as usual. Fred Meyer sends donations to KCOR quarterly based on participating shoppers.

Small actions add up — and every dollar helps us provide scholarships to Oregon students impacted by workplace injury.

Thank you for supporting our mission.

06/05/2026

Planning is officially underway for the Kids’ Chance of Oregon Annual Fall Fundraiser! 🎉

Join us on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the beautiful Langdon Farms Golf Club for an evening of food, drinks, networking, and a live & silent auction — all in support of scholarships for children of Oregon workers who have been seriously or fatally injured on the job.

We are also working on updated sponsorship packages for 2026, with new opportunities for businesses and community partners to get involved, gain visibility, and make a meaningful impact for Oregon students.

More details will be coming soon, but for now — mark your calendar and stay tuned!

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
📍 Langdon Farms Golf Club
🌐 www.kidschanceoforegon.org

06/01/2026

Workplace injuries still affect millions of workers every year — even as some injury rates decline, the toll on families remains significant. In 2024, U.S. employers reported about 2.5 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses, with many cases involving days away from work.

When these injuries happen, the impact can ripple through families — including children whose education may be affected. That’s where Kids’ Chance of Oregon steps in, helping provide scholarship support and a sense of community to students whose families have been touched by workplace injury or loss. (https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2026/2-5-million-workplace-injuries-and-illnesses-in-private-industry-in-2024-down-3-1-percent-from-2023.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

As we wrap up scholarship applications and begin planning our Fall Fundraiser Silent Auction, we’re reminded that every injury has a human story and every student deserves opportunity and support.

Learn more about how you can help: https://www.kidschanceoforegon.com/support

Helping children of injured workers in Oregon pursue their educational dreams through scholarships. Join us and make a difference today!

05/25/2026

05/21/2026

🏆 We’re proud to share that Kids’ Chance of Oregon has achieved GOLD LEVEL recognition for operational excellence from Kids’ Chance of America!

This designation reflects our commitment to supporting Oregon students whose families have been impacted by workplace injuries.

Thank you to our board members, volunteers, donors, and supporters who make this work possible. This recognition belongs to all of you 💙💚

05/08/2026

Many families don’t realize this…

If a child’s parent has experienced a serious workplace injury or fatality, that child can be registered with Planning for the Future at any age.

And here’s something even more important:
It doesn’t have to be the family who submits the information.

Anyone who has the child’s name, date of birth, and workers’ compensation claim number can submit them through the Kids’ Chance of America Planning for the Future program.

KCOA stays in touch twice a year to keep contact information current. When the student turns 16, their information is sent to the state organization (like Kids’ Chance of Oregon) so scholarship outreach can begin.

You don’t have to wait until senior year.
You don’t have to wait until college applications.
And you don’t have to wait for the family to find us.

If you work in workers’ compensation, insurance, legal, HR, or know a family impacted by workplace injury - please help us connect early.

Learn more or submit here:
https://www.kidschance.org/pff-for-families

Planning for the Future Criteria for Kids’ Chance scholarships vary by state. To see how your state handles scholarships, find your Kids’ Chance organization. Know that our scholarships are awarded to those attending any accredited post-secondary or technical education program.

05/05/2026

Save the date! 🎉

Kids’ Chance of Oregon is excited to host our Annual Fall Fundraiser on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Langdon Farms Golf Club

Join us for an evening of food, drinks, networking, and a live & silent auction as we raise funds to support scholarships for children of Oregon workers who have been seriously or fatally injured on the job.

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Langdon Farms Golf Club

New sponsorship packages are coming soon! This year’s opportunities will include fresh ways for businesses and community partners to be recognized, get involved, and make a direct impact for Oregon students.

More details, registration, and sponsorship information will be shared soon. Mark your calendars!

https://www.kidschanceoforegon.com/events

Langdon Farms Golf Club

04/29/2026

Behind every Kids’ Chance of Oregon scholarship is a student rebuilding their future after a parent’s workplace injury or fatality.

We awarded $105,433 to 9 Oregon students in 2025, and 2026 growth is already underway. To continue expanding our impact, we need volunteers who believe in opportunity after hardship.

There are many ways to get involved:
✔ Join a committee
✔ Volunteer at fundraising events
✔ Host your own small fundraiser
✔ Connect us with potential partners or sponsors
✔ Share your professional expertise
✔ Help spread awareness in your workplace

Every hour, introduction, and shared post makes a difference.

📩 Interested? Email us at [email protected]

📎 Download and share the flyer to help us reach more. https://www.kidschanceoforegon.com/volunteer

Be part of something that changes lives.

04/28/2026

Every worker lost leaves a family changed forever.

Today, Kids’ Chance of Oregon remembers fallen workers and reaffirms our commitment to the children left behind - providing educational opportunities that help turn loss into hope.

If you know a child affected by a work-related tragedy, we are here to help.
Visit https://pff.kidschance.org to refer them for assistance.

To donate: https://www.kidschanceoforegon.com/donate

04/21/2026

What an impressive, accomplished group of young women! Our Kids’ Chance scholarship recipients are a constant source of inspiration. Brianna Flynn, Tailah Jeanty, Jayden Lapin and Annie Rule White, thank you for sharing your stories at the Kids’ Chance National Conference in San Diego!