The GKW Foundation for Kids & Teens exists because of Ms. Gigi Whitaker’s heart, a heart so big it drives everything we do—from the GKW Home to community events, to the Gigi Programs that shape lives every day. She has poured herself into this mission, giving love, guidance, and opportunity to children and teens who need it most. But the truth is, her heart alone cannot sustain it—it takes a village.
When you donate, you become a part of that village. You help fund the experiences, care, and opportunities that keep our youth growing, learning, and thriving. Your support directly impacts:
- The GKW Home Program: Providing meals, hygiene essentials, educational materials, safe spaces, life skills lessons, and the love and guidance that make the home feel like family. Kids learn to cook, grow food, care for themselves, and gain the confidence to thrive in the world.
- The Gigi Program: Mentorship, one-on-one guidance, emotional support, and opportunities to explore talents, build character, and develop resilience under the care of Ms. Gigi herself.
- Community Events: From outreach, Back-to-School drives, STEM workshops, dance contests, and farm experiences to feeding programs and celebrations, these events bring joy, education, and hope to children beyond the walls of the GKW Home.
Every dollar you give helps provide food, hygiene, learning materials, transportation to experiences, life skills, and unforgettable memories. Donations help Ms. Gigi continue to teach, care, and pour love into youth while building long-term programs like a playground, gardens to grow food, and spaces where kids can learn to live, survive, and thrive independently.
Nothing GKW does is possible without your support. Your donation is not just funding—it is a vote of belief in the potential of every child, a recognition of Ms. Gigi’s heart and sacrifice, and a commitment to keeping the mission alive.
When you give, you don’t just support programs—you sustain love, guidance, learning, and life-changing experiences. You become part of the village that allows Ms. Gigi and the GKW Foundation for Kids & Teens to continue showing children that they are seen, they are valued, and they are capable of anything.
We are deeply grateful for your support. With your help, we can continue feeding souls, growing minds, and planting seeds—literally and figuratively—for a brighter future.