WinterKids helps children develop healthy lifelong habits through education and fun, outdoor winter activity. We create opportunities for children to be active, vibrant and healthy in the outdoors.
Our Story
WinterKids began in 1997 as part of the Ski Maine Association with a Learn to Ski program for fifth graders. With the increasing rates of childhood obesity and the downward trend in physical fitness in Maine and across the country, there was an opportunity to help children and families enjoy healthy and fun outdoor winter lifestyles while nurturing a connection to the natural environment, at home, at school, and in the communities in which they live.
In 2000, WinterKids became an independent non-profit and continues to develop and expand innovative health education programs for kids in the winter and year-round.
WinterKids App Family Member Laurie Theberge’s Winning 2021/22 Photo Contest Submission, taken at Black Mountain of Maine
Students at Leroy-H.-Smith-School in Winterport, Maine, enjoying a day on the ice as part of the 2022 WinterKids Winter Games Competitive Track
WinterKids is kid-centered and teacher-approved!
WinterKids is evidence-based and results-driven!
WinterKids is backyards, playgrounds, and mountains!
Our Impact
Our Impact
WinterKids is the only nonprofit in Maine dedicated exclusively to increasing outdoor physical activity in children and families during our longest, most sedentary season.
Our Team
Our Team
It takes unique people to grow a small nonprofit with such a large reach. We work hard. We have fun. We laugh a lot. We love winter. And, we love kids!
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is made up of professionals from across the state of Maine, all of whom are passionate about getting more kids outside & active.
Sponsors & Partners
Sponsors & Partners
Media Kit
WinterKids Warrior Toolkit
WinterKids Warrior Toolkit
WinterKids is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. WinterKids does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, ancestry, veteran status, or mental or physical disability. As part of our commitment to providing equal employment opportunity, WinterKids will not tolerate any form of unlawful harassment of employees or applicants.
Programming and Events
Our Areas of Impact
Get Involved
Get Involved
There are so many different ways to support WinterKids! From donations and volunteering to Clink Bags & Amazon Smile. Learn all the different ways you can help!