Neighbors for Kids

10/14/2026

🎄❤️ **Neighbors For Kids Holiday Gift Drive!** ❤️🎄

The holidays are coming, and we’re getting ready to help local children and families who could use a little extra support this season!

There are lots of ways to get involved, whether you donate funds, sponsor a child and shop their wish list, or donate new gifts and essentials. Every contribution helps us make the holidays a little brighter for local families! 🎁

Want to help? Reach out to learn more about sponsoring a child or making a donation!

Thank you for helping us spread a little extra holiday joy throughout Lincoln County! ❤️

10/08/2026

🍎🦙 Dine Out for the Kids! 🦙🍎

Looking for an easy way to enjoy a great meal AND support local kids? We’ve got you covered! 💙

Join us at Claim 52 Brewing in Newport on Thursday, October 22nd, from 11:00 AM–9:00 PM for our Dine Out for the Kids fundraiser! 🎉

📍 748 SW Bay Blvd, Newport, OR 97365

💙 10% of all sales during the event will be donated to Neighbors For Kids! 💙

So grab your family, friends, coworkers, or neighbors and come enjoy some delicious food and drinks while supporting local children and families right here in our community. Every meal helps! 🥰

Neighbors For Kids has been serving local families for over 25 years, providing childcare, educational enrichment, and opportunities for children throughout our community.

👉 Come hungry. Leave happy. Help local kids! 💙

📅 Thursday, October 22nd
⏰ 11 AM–9 PM
📍 Claim 52 Brewing – Newport

Can’t make it but still want to support us? Scan the QR code on the flyer to make a donation!

Please share this post and help us spread the word! ❤️

09/04/2026

🌟 PRESCHOOL SPOTS STILL AVAILABLE FOR 2026–2027! 🌟

Looking for a preschool that works for your family’s schedule without sacrificing your child’s early learning experience? 💛

At Neighbors For Kids, we believe families shouldn’t have to choose between full-time care and a high-quality preschool education.

That’s why our preschool is open 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, Monday–Friday because we understand that working families need full-day care. But we also know that children need so much more than simply somewhere to spend the day.

Our days are intentionally designed around learning, development, and play, with age-appropriate preschool curriculum that supports the whole child, including:

📚 Early literacy & language development
🔢 Early math & problem-solving skills
🎨 Creative expression & hands-on learning
🔬 STEM exploration & curiosity
💛 Social-emotional learning
🧠 Self-regulation & emotional intelligence
🤝 Friendship, cooperation & communication
🏃‍♀️ Movement, play & active learning
🌱 Independence and kindergarten readiness

We believe young children learn best when they are playing, exploring, creating, asking questions, and building relationships, and our curriculum is designed to make learning meaningful and fun.

Whether your child attends for a full day or a shorter schedule, they deserve a preschool experience that helps them grow, learn, and feel successful. 💕

📅 The 2026–2027 school year is starting next week, but we still have a limited number of preschool spots available!

If you’ve been looking for a preschool that can meet your family’s full-day schedule while giving your child the educational experience they deserve, we’d love to talk with you.

📩 Message us to learn more or inquire about enrollment!

💙 Neighbors For Kids
Growing curious minds. Building confident kids. Strengthening our community.

08/03/2026

As our Afterschool program registration kicks off today for the 2026-2027 school year, we have many Lincoln County kiddos whose families could use a helping hand providing school supplies for them. We have created an Amazon wish list for supplies we know are needed every year or if you prefer to shop local a list of needed supplies can be emailed to you. Please reach out to [email protected] for the list. Thank you

07/31/2026

📸✨ Summer Camp Photo Dump! ✨📸

Can you believe we’re already more than halfway through summer camp? Time really does fly when you’re having this much fun!

We’ve been so busy creating unforgettable experiences that I haven’t had a chance to share everything we’ve been up to each week. While these photos don’t capture it all, they give you a glimpse into the incredible adventures we’ve shared together over the first six weeks!

Our themed weeks have included:
🌍 Ancient Civilizations & Legends
🏙️ Future City
🎬 Hollywood Creators
🦁 Animal Safari
🦖 Jurassic & Prehistoric Adventures
🕵️ Detective & Mysteries

Along the way, our Kids Zone kids have enjoyed some amazing adventures, including:
🎥 Watching Toy Story 5
🦈 Exploring Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
🌲 Discovering Schooner Creek Discovery Park
🌊 Visiting Yaquina Head Lighthouse
🫐 Blueberry picking
🏖️ Beach adventures at Agate Beach
🐴 Horse Riding Camp with Reach for the Stars in Toledo
🏄 Kicking off the first of our four Surf Camp sessions today!

Our Teen Group has been busy too, taking on adventures like disc golf, rec center days, library visits, hiking, a mechanics workshop, fishing trips, and joining in on many of our other summer activities.

And that’s just the beginning! Every week has been packed with hands-on STEM activities, creative art projects, exciting group games, park trips, new friendships, laughter, and delicious home-cooked meals prepared fresh every day.

The best part isn’t just where we’ve gone, it’s watching our Kids Zone kids and teens build confidence, discover new interests, encourage one another, and create memories that will last long after summer ends.

A huge thank you to our incredible staff, community partners, and families for making this summer so special. We still have plenty of adventures ahead, and we can’t wait to see what the rest of the summer brings! 💙☀️

07/31/2026

🌊🏄‍♂️ What an incredible way to kick off our first Surf Camp of the summer!

Mother Nature couldn’t have been more on our side with stunning sunshine, perfect waves, and smiles that stretched from the beach to the ocean. ☀️🌊

Today, we welcomed five first-time surfers into the group, who bravely stepped out of their comfort zones and onto a surfboard for the very first time. Watching their confidence grow with every wave was nothing short of amazing! From first pop-ups to catching waves, every kiddo made memories they’ll never forget.

We’re so proud of every single participant for giving it their all, cheering each other on, and absolutely crushing it out there! 🤙

Here’s to an unforgettable summer filled with adventure, new skills, and plenty more waves to ride! 🌊💙

07/13/2026

07/08/2026

While we're just getting into the fun of summer filled with laughter, adventures, and memories with our Kids Zone kiddos, we know many of the families we serve are already beginning to worry about something just around the corner: back-to-school season.

For many families, school supplies can be a significant financial burden. At Neighbors For Kids, we believe every child deserves to start the school year feeling confident, prepared, and excited to learn. That's why we're already beginning to collect supplies to help ease that stress for the families who need it most.

We've created an Amazon Wish List filled with school supplies that will go directly to local children here in Lincoln County. If you're in a position to help, whether it's a pack of pencils, notebooks, backpacks, or any other item, every donation makes a difference.

If you'd like to support our youth and families, you can find our Amazon Wish List here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ZG187PL4LMUT?ref_=wl_share

Thank you for helping us ensure every child starts the school year with the tools they need to succeed. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference in our community. ❤️

07/04/2026

What an incredible day at the Gleneden Beach 4th of July Parade! 🇺🇸

We loved seeing so many of our Kids Zone families, both new and old. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us and helped make the day so special. 🥰

A huge thank you to Fleet of Flowers Volunteers and the City of Depoe Bay for creating such an awesome float. Our kiddos had an absolute blast riding in the parade!

We'd also like to extend our sincere thanks to the Gleneden Beach Parade Committee for their generous donation to Neighbors For Kids following the parade. Your support helps us continue creating meaningful opportunities for the children and families in our community.

Happy 4th of July! ❤️🤍💙

06/18/2026

🌞 Summer Day Camp Starts Next Week!🌞

We are so excited to kick off our first week of Summer Day Camp next week! We're starting off strong with Legends & Ancient Civilizations, filled with hands-on learning, creativity, and fun. Check below for a sneak peek at some of the STEM activities, art projects, and games our Kids Zone kids will enjoy!

Our staff has been working hard behind the scenes all week putting the finishing touches on summer preparations, and we are so excited to finally welcome everyone back on Monday for another season of adventure and memories.

👀 You may even notice a sneaky silhouette hidden in the graphic… a clue for our first field trip… perhaps! Any guesses? 🤠

A few important reminders for families:

✅ Please complete all required field trip forms. Students must have completed forms on file in order to participate in field trips.

💧 Send your child each day with a labeled water bottle.

👕 Please pack a bag with a change of clothes.

👟 Closed-toe shoes are required for all kiddos.

We can't wait to kick off an amazing summer filled with learning, laughter, friendships, and unforgettable memories. See you next week! ☀️❤️