PURCHASE OF THE KIDS’ TURN CURRICULUM

If you are interested in starting the Kids' Turn workshops in your own area, there are two ways to get started. The first is to establish a nonprofit agency on your own, gather a Board of Directors, create a funding base, and send in your application to purchase the curriculum. The second is to find an already established nonprofit in your area, preferably one that deals with families and children, and convince it to take on Kids' Turn as one of its programs. The latter method is the preferred route, as it relies on a proven fundraising base, rather than start-up efforts with no track record. Establishing a nonprofit can also take time, up to a year, so working with a a current nonprofit saves time and effort.

An application outline for purchasing the curriculum is included in this Web site. You'll see a strong emphasis on organization and fund-raising. Your application will be reviewed by the parent Board of Directors, which looks for a sound base of support and a carefully thought-out plan for growth. Signing of a licensing agreement follows Board approval for the purchase, and then the curriculum will be your hands.

The curriculum has been developed and refined over a decade and includes a training manual, handouts, use of the Kids' Turn logo and brochure, a written guideline regarding fund-raising and marketing, and personal support from the Kids' Turn staff. You will also have access to other Kids' Turn groups currently operating in the U.S., and can talk to them about how they got started.