Who We Are
For twenty plus years, A Kid Again has helped to restore a sense of normal for families thrust into the situation of having to care for a child with a life-threatening illness. Often these families are unprepared and unequipped to deal with what follows. A Kid Again hosts year-round events to support these families and provide them with memories that will last a lifetime.
We make life for families caring for a child with a life-threatening illness “normal” again by helping them gain back moments of positive, family-shared experiences and memories.
People we've served
12,638
last year
206,460
since our start
Why We Do It
A Kid Again is specifically designed to involve the entire family (not just the child who is ill) to improve the wellbeing of everyone affected by the situation. The families who participate in A Kid Again give back as much as they receive by connecting with each other and sharing their own stories of strength and encouragement.
What We Do
Year ‘round fun-filled adventures that allow children with life-threatening illnesses to feel like A Kid Again. Unlike other “wish” organizations, A Kid Again works to create a communal and interactive environment. Our program establishes ongoing, nurturing experiences that complement but do not overtake their day-to-day living.
How We Do It
We accomplish this mission through the dedication of our volunteer network and the generosity of our donors. We strive to go beyond activities, providing comprehensive, practical support to help families cope with the extended effects of life threatening illnesses.
Support A Kid Again
Your generosity will help thousands of kids living with a life-threatening illness receive the gift of hope, happiness, and healing in the time they need it most. Please donate today and help us fuel adventure. You can have an impact on kids and families who truly need it.
Text AKA to 41444 to donate on your mobile device or see below to donate online.
Donate Your Time
All volunteers will need to register with A Kid Again and pass a background check before being able to volunteer at events. We can always use volunteers in a variety of roles. Data entry, stuffing envelopes and helping at our events. We are in current need of office support. If you would like to learn more about volunteering for A Kid Again, visit our Volunteer page!
Enroll A Child
Do you have or know a child with a life-threatening illness? Enroll them with this chapter to be a part of the A Kid Again family!
Company Sponsors
Become A Sponsor
Office Staff
Oyauma Garrison
President and CEO
ogarrison@akidagain.org
Katie Kochan
Northern Ohio Chapter
Director of Family Programs and Communications
National Board Members
Matt Monnin
Chair
Business Development VP
Messer Construction Co.
Brian DiMasi
Vice Chair
Senior Corporate Counsel
Safelite AutoGlass
Tom DiMarco
Treasurer
President
Interim HealthCare
Carrie Maun-Smith
Secretary
AVP — Customer Experience
Grange Insurance
John A. Price
Nominations
President
Perio Inc. — Barbasol Brands
John F. Kelley
Immediate Past Chair
Chief People Officer and Vice President
White Castle
Teddy Douglass
President
TrashCab
Michelle Galligan
CEO/Co-Founder
ViaVero, a GBQ Joint Venture
Oyauma Garrison
President and CEO
A Kid Again
Joseph Hamrock
President & CEO
NiSource
Dennis Hoffman
Assistant General Counsel
Greif, Inc.
Ernie Sullivan
Executive Vice President
Who’s Who Publishing Company
Poe Timmons
EVP, COO and CFO
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
Nicole Wilson
Director of Strategic Sourcing
Carnival Cruise Lines
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