BE A SPARK
Communities In Schools works to ignite hope in kids so that they can succeed in school, graduate and be prepared for life. CIS addresses the barriers that get in the way of success. CIS Site Coordinators literally bring the community and all the ways it can help, into the schools. This is how we surround kids with whatever it takes-from tutors and food assistance to health services and college visits-so they can start strong and keep moving forward.
Together we’re making an impact.
11,000+
STUDENTS
Benefited from a service coordinated by CIS
20
KPS SCHOOLS
Served by CIS, at the elementary, middle, and high school level
703
VOLUNTEERS
Changing students’ lives every day
42
PARTNERS
Working with CIS to deliver services and resources to students in schools
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
It only takes one person to make a difference in a student’s life. Whether it’s through volunteering, donating an item to Kids’ Closet, or making a financial gift that supports an entire program, it takes everyone together to help our children succeed.
Lives are changing every day.
Partnerships are the lifeblood of CIS. Kalamazoo is rich in resources so we partner to provide the best services to students. Our expertise is connecting the right services to the students who need them most.
— USE YOUR CHANGE
TO MAKE A BIGGER CHANGE
Your gift helps students get what they need to stay in school and achieve in life.
— USE YOUR CHANGE
TO MAKE A BIGGER CHANGE
Your gift helps students get what they need to stay in school and achieve in life.
“I awoke this morning with devout thanksgiving for my friends, the old and the new.” Ralph Waldo Emerson said this. We share this same sentiment. Whether you have been a friend of Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo (CIS) for two months or two decades, we are thankful for you. Thank you for your generosity and […]
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At the 13th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, The Edison Science Club was honored with a 2020 Champ Award which was sponsored by BASIC Benefits and Miller-Davis Company. Edison Environmental Science Academy’s CIS Site Coordinator Cameron Massimino introduced us to these Zoetis-led volunteers who champion children. [If you missed this virtual event, you can click here […]
At the 13th Annual Champs Celebration, presented by Kalsec, Mikka Dryer was honored with a 2020 Champ Award which was sponsored by Fifth Third Bank. Milwood Magnet Middle School’s CIS Site Coordinator Missy Best introduced us to this CIS volunteer who is a champion for children. [If you didn’t get a chance to learn about the […]
