10th Annual Carmen Knittig Memorial Golf Tournament This annual golf tournament is in loving memory of Carmen Knittig. The event and the Knittig family are generous supporters of Kids Up Front. The proceeds from the tournament support Kids Up...
Learn moreWe want to highlight our incredible partner the GOAT Shop for providing a young trans teen with an amazing haircut that gave him a boost of confidence. We want to share a thank you from a proud mom that was sent to Kids Up Front: “My son, a...
Learn moreWhy is it important to invite 2SLGBTQ+ friends to meet your accepting friends and family? Because it builds community. Being queer and trans can be an isolating experience. Due to homophobia and transphobia, many 2SLGBTQ+ folks experience...
Learn moreBeing an ally is a verb. It’s a continuous action and commitment to supporting 2SLGBTQ+ people. You can support queer and trans artists, activists, businesses and non-profits. Below are some incredible nonprofit organizations you can donate to!...
Learn moreTo be an active ally you need to be open to learning and listening to the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Here are three queer and trans activists to follow: Monico Forrester is an activist and community worker. She works to promote awareness and visibility...
Learn moreHow can you protect queer and trans youth? Stand up against discrimination when you see it. Let others know that it’s not okay to make harmful comments about #2SLGBTQ+ folks. It’s essential for allies to stand up for 2SLGBTQ+ folks as queer and...
Learn moreHappy #pride Calgary! At Kids Up Front, we’re excited to celebrate pride by sharing our tips on how to be a better ally to the #2SLGBTQ+ community. The first step to being an engaged ally is to listen to members of the queer & trans...
Learn moreGoodbye Spring – Hello Summer! April was filled with excitement as we ended the month by distributing an incredible 1,720 Calgary Zoo admissions! 44 Agency Partners and their families were beyond excited to accept this opportunity allowing...
Learn moreWe celebrated Reading Is Fun Week to help spark a love and interest in reading through fun and informative ways. We featured several book recommendations, aimed at promoting reading at all grade levels. We also highlighted our awesome partnership...
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