A little rain did not stop over 300 smiling faces from coming out to enjoy WinterKids’ Welcome to Winter at Lost Valley on Thursday, December 28, 2023. We were proud and honored to bring this annual, free, and open-to-the-public event to the Lewiston Auburn community!
READ MOREWinterKids, the non-profit organization committed to promoting children’s health and activity in winter, is pleased to present their annual “Welcome to Winter” event on December 28, 2023, from 5 pm to 7 pm at Lost Valley Ski Area. This free and open-to-the-public celebration invites families and children to explore outdoor winter activities in a fun community setting.
READ MOREWe had an incredible time with everyone at our 12th Annual WinterKids License to Chill on Thursday, December 7th! This year’s event was hosted by Après, in Portland’s East Bayside neighborhood, where guests enjoyed treats from Charcutemarie and Eighty8 Donut Cafe, dinner specials from Meet on the Street Food Truck, Après drink specials, live music by TJ Swan, and emcees Blake & Kelly from the Coast 93.1 Morning show.
READ MORESixteen public elementary schools have been selected to participate in the 2024 WinterKids Winter Games Competitive Track! These schools will compete in four weeks of fun, active outdoor learning challenges to earn cash and prizes for their schools from January 8 – February 2, 2024.
READ MOREWinterKids is excited to announce the launch of ticket sales for their 12th Annual License to Chill Celebration, presented by Mt. Abram Ski Resort & Bike Park, taking place on November 9, 2023, from 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
READ MOREWe’ve compiled a comprehensive list of upcoming ski swaps and community events in Maine, where you can score incredible deals on quality gear for your kids, and find fun family events.
READ MOREWinterKids is excited to announce the opening of the application window for Maine Schools to compete for cash & prizes in the 4-week competition taking place from January 8-February 2, 2024.
READ MOREWinterKids is excited to announce the launch of ticket sales for their 12th Annual License to Chill Celebration, presented by Mt. Abram Ski Resort & Bike Park, taking place on November 9, 2023, from 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
READ MOREWhat a tremendous first year, from music pumping all day at the stage, to bikers and runners alike tearing up and down the mountain, the delicious ice cold Orono Brewing beverages, and the camaraderie as athletes earned points lap after lap for 12 hours straight, it was a huge success!
READ MOREWestbrook, Maine, August 1, 2023 – WinterKids is thrilled to announce the recipients of its Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund second-year grants, totaling $51,000, to 12 outstanding organizations across Maine. These grants are aimed at promoting outdoor activities and encouraging children to stay active throughout the year.
READ MOREWe are elated to announce the 2023 WinterKids Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund Grantees!
READ MOREAs we move into the new 2023/24 season, we bid farewell to three exceptional members whose dedicated service on our Board of Directors has ended. Their invaluable contributions, unwavering commitment, and strategic vision have left an indelible mark on our journey thus far. We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for their remarkable tenure and warmly welcome a new board member who brings a fresh perspective.
READ MOREWinterKids is proud to announce its newest fundraising event, WinterKids Mountain Mayhem. This exciting 12-hour mountain bike and trail running event will take place from 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. on September 9, 2023, at Mount Abram in Greenwood, Maine.
READ MOREWinterKids is giving away $50,000 to organizations working to get kids outside and active more often!
READ MOREWinterKids had another incredible year of fun outdoor winter activity! Learn more about our impact across Maine (and beyond!) in our Season Wrap Up Report for 2022-2023.
READ MOREWinterKids is giving away $50,000 to organizations working to get kids outside and active more often!
READ MOREThe WinterKids Peisner Nordic Fund is dedicated to supporting Maine’s Nordic skiing community. This year, WinterKids supported the Chisholm Nordic Ski Club with $2,500, which was used to get more…
READ MOREThe 2022/23 winter season has ended, and WinterKids is thrilled to announce the winners of our WinterKids App Photo Contest. We asked families to share their winter adventures through the WinterKids App, and we were blown away by the creativity, energy, and joy captured in the photos. Clearly, families across the state of Maine embraced the winter season and made the most of their time outside.
READ MOREWinterKids had an incredible 2022/23 winter season, capped off with a hugely successful Downhill 24 community fundraising event at Sugarloaf Mountain, where we had more participation than ever before. This year, YOU – our sponsors and supporters – raised over $950,000 for WinterKids programs!
READ MOREThe 6th annual WinterKids Winter Games wrapped up last week, with 16 schools competing statewide to win cash prizes for their schools!
READ MOREThe 6th Annual WinterKids Winter Games wrapped up on Friday, February 3rd, and Things got Seriously Wild! Our 16 Competitive Track schools across Maine finished WinterKids Winter Games with a…
READ MOREWeek 4 of the 2023 WinterKids Winter Games was focused on a wild winter carnival, and check out how much fun these
READ MOREWeek 3 of the 2023 WinterKids Winter Games was focused on Family Engagement, bringing classrooms and families together outside! Week 3 of the 2023 WinterKids Winter Games had our
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