Kids in the Spotlight, Inc.

Kids in the Spotlight, Inc. KITS is a 501(c)3 non-profit training youth impacted by foster care to tell their stories, their way

Our program educates and encourages youth in the foster care systems and other underserved youth to have a passion for the Arts via the film industry through our Screenwriting & Filmmaking Program. KITS provides professional & technical assistance to our Fellows, who create, write, cast & star in their own short films. KITS services is offered completely free-of-charge to the youth, ages 12-22, who participate in the program.

Join the People Party Palooza Event and witness the magic of a live fundraiser Learn more about KITS with Celebrity Amba...
06/05/2026

Join the People Party Palooza Event and witness the magic of a live fundraiser Learn more about KITS with Celebrity Ambassador, Kelsey Scott and CEO Tige Charity. The People Party Palooza is a virtual community created by geared toward building organizations and are doing live auctions and bidding on a podcast spot on Tige’s Leadership Realities. The event is LIVE NOW so click the link in the story.

This past weekend we partnered with Just in Time in San Diego for a screening of “Rose Tinted Nostalgia” and “Writer’s B...
06/03/2026

This past weekend we partnered with Just in Time in San Diego for a screening of “Rose Tinted Nostalgia” and “Writer’s Block.” Just In Time is a caring community for transition-age foster youth who provides holistic services to help foster youth become confident, capable, and connected. Our Alumni were able to relay the impact KITS has made on their lives and career and answer questions the SD Just in Time members had about filmmaking. Thank you to Dre, Natalia, and Tyler for representing “Writer’s Block” and Myah for representing “Rose Tinted Nostalgia.” Thank you to Don Wells and Brittany Curran and everyone who helped to organize this amazing event. We are so grateful for the welcoming atmosphere to display what KITS does and are excited for what the future may hold for filmmakers within the Just In Time community. 

“Writer’s Block” dir
“Rose Tinted Nostalgia” dir

If you can’t attend a screening event SUBSCRIBE to our channel on YouTube where we will be posting more of our films

So what actually happens at these Table Reads? When they arrive the youth get together with their groups and go over the...
05/29/2026

So what actually happens at these Table Reads? When they arrive the youth get together with their groups and go over their scripts one more time for any additions before presenting the rough draft or pitch to the industry professionals who then give notes and constructive feedback. At the last Table Read at one group wrote a script entitled “The Boss” which leans into inspirations of Romeo & Juliet and action while the other group is developing their story with the working title “777” which nods to black dandyism, scandal and a potential casino game style competition. Our groups were given so many amazing notes for character development, scenery and costuming ideas, and they were asked important questions to think about to clarify and polish their scripts for a well written script. We can’t wait to see you at the next one!

Full circle moments like this remind us why we do this work. KITS had the honor of partnering with Cal State Dominguez H...
05/25/2026

Full circle moments like this remind us why we do this work. KITS had the honor of partnering with Cal State Dominguez Hills for a special film screening highlighting Toro Guardian Scholar students and KITS Alumni who shared their personal journeys through filmmaking. Myah reflected on her journey from screenwriter to actor in her film “Rose Tinted Nostalgia,” while Cesar shared what the collaborative writing process looked like behind “D.E.A.T.H. Group” and how he developed the character “Ted.” We also screened “Rite of Passage,” co-starring Nagi, continuing the celebration of student voices and creative growth.

What made this event even more meaningful was seeing Toro Guardian Scholar alumni and KITS alumni return to their alma mater as representatives of their careers in film and television. Moments like these show the power of storytelling, mentorship, and creating spaces where foster and opportunity youth can thrive creatively and professionally. A huge thank you to CSUDH Guardian Scholars for welcoming us. And congratulations to Cesar on graduating with the Class of 2026 with a B.A. in Film and Television Production. We can’t wait to see what’s next.

05/21/2026

Huge thank you to all the vendors, nonprofits, artists, panelists, mentors, and youth who pulled up to The Opportunity Collective and made this event what it was 💙⭐️

From storyboarding with Rodney Simms, G&E demos with Carlos, Tyler, and Dreu, SFX makeup with from , headshots with , book signing, and our Ask an Actor panel with , , and THE WHOLE DAY WAS FILLED WITH CAREER GEMS 💎

Thank you to everyone who came ready to share, learn, connect, and pour into the next generation of storytellers :-) And to the youth who attended: stay connected and stay plugged in with Kids In The Spotlight. Ifykyk… you never really know what opportunity, connection, or spark can come out of these events.

Special thank you to our vendors and community partners:














And thank you to for providing food!

05/20/2026

Ya’ll wanted to know where to watch KITS short films. We listened and answered now you gotta do your part! When you subscribe to KITS on YouTube, you’re helping amplify stories created by youth impacted by foster care and giving more young filmmakers the opportunity to be seen, supported, and celebrated.

Let’s get to 300 subscribers by June 1st, share this video with 3 people who will watch your fave film when it drops on YouTube and encourage them to Subscribe.

Alumni comment what films you want the world to see. Shoutout to The Next Level, jumping on board with promoting the channel let’s lock in and push to 300+ Subscribers! Find us on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/

Alumni ft. Brooklyn, Jason, Julian, Joshua, TJ, Kion & Sam

DON’T FORGET! KITS has invited YOU to the in-person Table Read for TWO of our Script-to-Screen programs at White Hall Ar...
05/15/2026

DON’T FORGET! KITS has invited YOU to the in-person Table Read for TWO of our Script-to-Screen programs at White Hall Arts Academy

2812 W. 54th St, Los Angeles, CA
Tuesday, May 19th
6:30PM - 8:00PM PT

The Script-to-Screen program invites students to tell their stories their way. But before they start rewriting their short script, they want to hear from you! After the reading, please stick around to encourage our talented writers. This will be your opportunity to provide them with the constructive and positive feedback they need for the rewrite phase. Your notes will help our participants refine their scripts as they approach acting classes and production day.

RSVP TODAY! bit.ly/S2Sread

For 17 years, KITS has helped countless system impacted youth turn their lived experiences into powerful films through o...
05/08/2026

For 17 years, KITS has helped countless system impacted youth turn their lived experiences into powerful films through our “Script-to-Screen” Program. From table reads and production sets to film premieres and award-winning moments, we’ve watched young storytellers step into the writer’s room and into their purpose. Now, alongside White Hall Arts Academy, we’re inviting industry professionals to be part of that journey.

Join our upcoming Table Read and help provide meaningful feedback, encouragement, and industry insight to youth hearing their stories come to life. The voices in the room matter — and yours could help shape the confidence and future of the next generation of writers, actors, directors, and creatives. SIGN UP TODAY bit.ly/S2Sread

HAPPY FOSTER CARE AWARENESS DAY 💙During Foster Care Awareness Month, we’re celebrating by screening “Recovering Innocenc...
05/07/2026

HAPPY FOSTER CARE AWARENESS DAY 💙
During Foster Care Awareness Month, we’re celebrating by screening “Recovering Innocence” in partnership with .la This powerful documentary about the overmedication of foster youth, was created and produced by some of the most creative and talented young people with lived experience in foster care.

Today’s screening is another reminder that these stories deserve to be seen, heard, and felt. This film has already created impact through screenings in Louisiana for a District 2 event, at LA DCFS, SMC, and now at Lionsgate — and the conversation is only continuing to grow.

Every gift you give — whether through donations, volunteering your time, or sharing resources — helps former foster youth reclaim their voices, tell their stories, and pave a new future for themselves. You can still DONATE at bit.ly/KITS17

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14200 Aetna Street
Van Nuys, CA
91401

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

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