Kids Chance of Washington

Kids’ Chance of Washington was founded in 2001 through the collaborative efforts of leaders in labor, business and government to provide support to the families of Washington workers who have been seriously injured or have died from a work-related accident or exposure.

We at Kids’ Chance know the future can look frightening to those whose parent or spouse has been seriously or fatally injured at work. Entire families must adjust to the many impacts and changes from these accidents. We may be able to help with the additional challenge of funding the education and career goals of the family members.

Kids’ Chance can provide financial assistance for apprenticeship programs, vocational-technical schools and undergraduate college education.

Kids’ Chance of Washington is registered in Washington as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization to provide needs-based scholarships to the children and spouses affected by these serious work-related injuries or conditions. To qualify, the worker must be totally permanently disabled under the criteria of the Washington Department of Labor and Industries, or deceased.

Scholarships are funded through donations from business and labor organizations throughout the state, as well as individuals, employers, attorneys, and other groups affiliated with the workers’ compensation system in Washington.