CHICAGO – April 6, 2023 – The Pritzker Military Foundation announces a $90,000 gift to Kids Rank, a service-based organization developed specifically for military children. Installments of $15,000 were committed to the organization in support of monthlong activities during Month of the Military Child (MOMC).
“Kids Rank’s month of activities sets a gold standard demonstrating how military children are accepted in communities, and the Pritzker Military Foundation is pleased to help celebrate them during the month of April and beyond,” said Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), founder of the Pritzker Military Foundation.
Kids Rank provides stability and support for military-connected children by nurturing social and emotional growth through connection, leadership, and community service. Military children are encouraged to serve their communities just as their parents serve or have served the United States. Kids Rank’s program is open to school-aged military children representing all branches of service including active duty, reservists, retirees and Families of the Fallen.
Month of the Military Child at Kids Rank kicked off on April 1 with a guided painting class in the company of veteran service K-9s. On April 8, volunteers will assemble care packages for military children and on April 15, Kids Rank will team up with USO of Illinois for an exciting family event that will test families’ physical and mental stamina.
The organization will also host a special evening for families, community members, and friends to enjoy a military-style kids ball on April 22. The MOMC will end with a 5K family run on April 29. To register for any MOMC activities, please visit the Kids Rank website.
“Due to their parents’ service, military children relocate often and may experience periods of time away from their parents,” said Chief Operating Officer of Philanthropic Activities Susan Rifkin. “During Month of the Military Child and beyond, we want them to feel valued and appreciated. The events that Kids Rank has planned give children and their families an opportunity to spend quality time together, engaged in activities that create lasting memories.”
To learn more about the Pritzker Military Foundation and its grants, please visit the website.
About Pritzker Military Foundation
The Pritzker Military Foundation seeks to support the work of nonprofit organizations in preserving American military history, restoring historic military artifacts and making them accessible to the public, and providing services and essential resources to past and present service members in all branches of the United States Armed Forces. To learn more, visit www.pritzkermilitaryfoundation.org.