Our programmes

We provide food, clothing and health products to Kiwi kids at 947 schools and more than 200 early childhood centres right across the country. This support is largely funded by donations from the public and our corporate partners. We also support a further 300 early childhood centres with our food programme. This programme is funded by the Government. 

Our programmes are constantly evolving – we survey schools and ECE centres regularly and adjust what we provide based on what the students love.  

KidsCan's products are available for schools to use in whatever way works best for their students. Many schools run breakfast and lunch clubs which are open to all students to reduce stigma. Others have toasters and snack baskets in classrooms. We offer a warm jacket for every student – many schools make this part of their uniform.

By supporting all students, we help create a more inclusive and equitable school environment where no child is singled out. This support fosters a strong sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Most schools order shoes, socks and health products as needed, so they can offer these discreetly.