Kids’ Chance of Florida Awards Record $74,000 in Scholarships for 2025-2026 Academic Year  

TAMPA, Fla., August 8, 2025– Kids’ Chance of Florida, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the children of Florida workers who have been seriously or fatally injured on the job, proudly announces the award of 20 scholarships totaling $74,000 for the 2025-2026 academic year. This marks the highest number of scholarships and the largest total dollar amount awarded in the organization’s history. 

2025-2026 Scholarship Highlights: 

• 20 scholarships awarded – a new organizational record. 

• $74,000 in total scholarships distributed this academic year. 

• Average scholarship amount: $4,000 per student. 

• Scholarships support a range of college and vocational programs across Florida. 

“Education changes lives. The Kids’ Chance of Florida scholarships ensure the children of injured workers don’t just get a chance — they get a path to thrive,” said Kimberly Staats, President of Kids’ Chance of Florida. “Our scholarship program affirms our commitment to the children of injured workers, delivering the resources that turn potential into a brighter future.”  

Since its founding, Kids’ Chance of Florida has worked to reduce financial barriers for students whose lives have been directly impacted by a parent’s catastrophic workplace injury or death. This year’s increase in awarded scholarships and total funding demonstrates the organization’s continued growth and its strong network of donors and partners. 

Kids’ Chance of Florida extends its sincere appreciation to the generous sponsors, donors, and advocates who made this year’s success possible. 

About Kids’ Chance of Florida, Inc. 
Founded in 2015, KIDS’ CHANCE OF FLORIDA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, one of 50 state-level nonprofit organizations that provide scholarships and support the kids of workers who have been severely injured on the job. Governed by an all-volunteer board, it raises funds for scholarships through donations and fundraisers in the workers’ compensation community. Kids’ Chance of Florida believes that we can make a significant difference in the lives of children affected by workplace injury by helping them pursue and achieve their educational goals. To date, KIDS’ CHANCE OF FLORIDA has awarded 105 scholarships, totaling $453,000.  

To learn more or to contribute, please visit www.kidschancefl.org. 

Media Contact: 
Tammy Boyd 
President-Elect 
Kids’ Chance of Florida, Inc. 
813-205-0502 
Tammy.Boyd@tristargroup.net 

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