CalKIDS Program

Join us in celebrating three years of CalKIDS this back-to-school season with a special virtual event featuring Award-Winning Actress, America Ferrera, including a Fireside Chat hosted by Liz Hernandez. 8/14 at 8:00 PM PDT on @CalKIDSProgram" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@CalKIDSProgram!

What if your child already has a scholarship? Many CA families are surprised to learn their child already has a CalKIDS Scholarship, worth up to $1,500 for college or career training. Join our free webinar on 3:26 at 11AM PST to learn how to check. RSVPat CalKIDS.org.

Bracket season is here. Let’s make this an easy win. If your child was born in California on or after July 1, 2022, they already have a CalKIDS Scholarship waiting to be claimed. Do it now at CalKIDS.org!

Boost your child’s higher education savings with an additional $50 in their CalKIDS Account when you open a ScholarShare 529 Account with at least $50 and link it to their existing CalKIDS Account. For full Terms and Conditions, visit CalKIDS.org/earn-50.

It takes minutes to check, all you need is your Statewide Student Identified (SSID). It could mean up to $1,500 for college or career training. Don’t miss out! See if you have a CalKIDS Scholarship at CalKIDS.org.

Today we celebrate 850K CalKIDS Scholarships claimed. That’s 850K families who now have financial support set aside for their child’s education journey. From parents to educators, from community groups to our state leaders — this is a collective effort of many working together!

We’re proud to celebrate our partnership with Oakland Promise. They are deeply committed to helping students access every dollar available for college and career success. Thank you to Joci Kelleher and the team for being trusted champions of opportunity and economic mobility!

Feeling overwhelmed by college planning? Join our free CalKIDS webinar on February 26 at 11:00 a.m. PST with @castudentaid to learn about scholarships, financial aid, grants and important deadlines to help support college and career training. RSVP at CalKIDS.org!

What an inspiring day at Cal Expo & State Fair for Steps to College 2026! Steps to College 2026 was all about opportunity and we met students ready to take their next step, helping them see if they have a CalKIDS Scholarship waiting to support college or career training.

Have you claimed a CalKIDS Scholarship worth up to $1,500 for college or career training? If the answer is no, then you need to check if you have one now. Do it at CalKIDS.org!

👏 Shoutout to Twin Rivers Unified School District! Their partnership with CalKIDS helps turn future dreams into real possibilities, giving families peace of mind and students a strong foundation for college or career training. Grateful for their commitment to CA families.

A new year brings fresh goals and a chance to plan for your child’s future. Start 2026 by learning how to check if your child has a CalKIDS Scholarship, worth up to $1,500 for college or career training. RSVP to our free webinar on 1/22 at 11AM PST at CalKIDS.org.

Wondering when and how to request your CalKIDS Scholarship funds? When: At age 17+ AND enrolled in college or career training courses at an eligible institution. How: Log in to your account at CalKIDS.org, then click “Request Distribution” and follow the steps.

A trend you should care about. If 6-7 out of 10 California public school students have a CalKIDS Scholarship worth up to $1,500 for college or career training, you might have one too. Go to CalKIDS.org to check now.

Trying our best over here to get you to claim your CalKIDS Scholarship worth up to $1,500 that you can use towards college or career training. Go to CalKIDS.org right now to see if you have one waiting to be claimed!

We’re honored to partner with @LASchools to support higher ed goals and family planning. As Dr. Baez shares, CalKIDS gives families a starting point and helps spark conversations about what’s possible. Together, we’re building a community that believes in every student’s future.

No wrapping or spending required. Your child may already have a CalKIDS Scholarship worth up to $1,500 for college or career training. You just have to claim it! Claim their future now at CalKIDS.org!

Family conversations about learning, school, and dreams can help children see what’s possible. Pair these conversations with a CalKIDS Scholarship—worth up to $1,500—to give your child a head start on their future. Start the conversation today. Visit CalKIDS.org!

CalKIDS was proud to join families at Councilmember Adrin Nazarian’s @CD2LosAngeles "Let it Snow" celebration in North Hollywood ❄️✨ From toy giveaways and photos with Santa to sharing helpful local and state resources, it was a joyful day rooted in community!

We’ve reached 800K CalKIDS Scholarships claimed, and we’re celebrating the moment! Reaching this milestone shows just how committed our communities are to empowering the next generation. Tell someone to tell someone to claim theirs at CalKIDS.org!

Between holiday traditions and family time, take a few minutes to invest in their future. Join our free CalKIDS webinar on 12/11 at 11AM PST to see if your child has a CalKIDS Scholarship worth up to $1,500 for college or career training. Register at CalKIDS.org