Amigos for Kids

What Amigos for Kids does

Amigos for Kids (legal entity: Amigos Together For Kids, Inc.) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1991 in Miami, Florida, with a mission to prevent child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families, and educating communities across South Florida. The organization delivers a portfolio of core programs — an After School Program for children ages 6–11 at José Martí Park, the evidence-based Nurturing Parents Program, and the Amigos Care wrap-around family support services (grocery, rent, job-search, and counseling assistance) — supplemented by signature community initiatives including The Blue Backpack Project, the Holiday Toy Drive, the Día del Amigo Family Resource Fair, the Blue Ribbon child abuse prevention campaign, and the Amigos Night annual fundraising gala. The Children’s Trust is named as the principal funding partner, with additional revenue from individual donations (Champions for Kids monthly giving, The Founder’s Circle at $3,000–$25,000 levels), corporate sponsorships (Amazon, Bacardi, Macy’s, Greenberg Traurig, Seminole Hard Rock, FPL, Baptist Health), and private foundation grants (the Kirk, Batchelor, Leslie Alexander, and Gloria Estefan foundations).

The organization operates with 11–50 employees from its headquarters at 2153 Coral Way, Suite 405, Miami, distributing services regionally across Miami-Dade County through direct delivery at José Martí Park, partner schools under the Miami-Dade County Public Schools system, and mobile distribution events. Its technology layer is limited to the Neon CRM donation platform and standard web/marketing infrastructure; there is no proprietary technology, app, or API. Marketing reach is amplified by a long-term creative partnership with Republica Havas (co-founded by Jorge A. Plasencia, the organization’s co-founder), which has produced award-winning campaigns such as “The Missing Review” (10M+ impressions) and bilingual (English/Spanish) media coverage via Univision, NBC 6, and El Vocero News. The organization’s most recent strategic milestones include being named Program of the Year by The Children’s Trust, a board leadership refresh in April 2025, and selection as an OpenAI Ready Award recipient through the $50M People-First AI Fund in February 2026.

Name

Amigos for Kids

Legal name

Amigos Together For Kids, Inc.

Website

https://amigosforkids.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Amigos for Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1991 in Miami that delivers child abuse prevention, afterschool enrichment, parenting education, and family support services to under-resourced children and families across Miami-Dade County, funded primarily through The Children's Trust, corporate sponsors, and individual donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Child Welfare and Family Services Nonprofit

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Child and Youth Services (624110), Child Care Services (62441)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Family Engagement & Caregiver Support Programs (SEL/Mental Health) (EDAKAMAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cultural, Multilingual & Immigrant Family Engagement Programs (EDACALAL), Peer Mediation, Conflict Resolution & Prosocial Playground Programs (Early Years) (EDACAOAJ)

Keywords

• Child abuse prevention
• Afterschool programs
• Family support services
• Community nonprofit
• Parenting education

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The organization receives donations from individual supporters through its website donation portal, monthly giving program (Champions for Kids), and special initiatives like the Founder's Circle.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate partners sponsor specific programs including Amigos Night, The Blue Backpack Project, Toy Drive, and Día del Amigo events. Sponsorship tiers range from $3,000 to $25,000 for Founder's Circle membership.
3. Foundation and Government Grants: Major funders include The Children's Trust (principal funding partner), Florida Department of Children & Families, and various private foundations. The organization received OpenAI Ready Award through the People-First AI Fund ($50 million initiative).
4. Event Revenue: Annual Amigos Night gala generates fundraising revenue through ticket sales ($300-$375 per ticket), table sponsorships, and silent auctions. Culinary vendors and entertainment partners contribute to the event experience.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Amigos for Kids is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers free child abuse prevention and family support programs to under-resourced communities across Miami-Dade County. Core offerings include the daily After School Program for children ages 6-11, evidence-based Nurturing Parents parenting workshops, the wraparound Amigos Care family support services, and signature initiatives such as The Blue Backpack Project, Holiday Toy Drive, Día del Amigo Family Resource Fair, and the Blue Ribbon awareness campaign.

Product overview

Amigos for Kids is a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of community programs and services focused on preventing child abuse and neglect. The core programs include an After School Program at José Martí Park serving children ages 6-11, the Nurturing Parents evidence-based parenting education, and the Amigos Care wrap-around family support services. These are complemented by signature initiatives: The Blue Backpack Project (free school supplies), the Holiday Toy Drive, the annual Día del Amigo Family Resource Fair, and the Amigos Night gala fundraiser. The organization also runs the Blue Ribbon child abuse prevention campaign and offers donor programs including Champions for Kids (monthly giving) and The Founder's Circle (major donors). The portfolio works together to provide prevention, stability, and long-term opportunity for children and families in South Florida through early engagement, education, and practical support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• After School Program Daily afterschool program serving children ages 6-11 at José Martí Park, providing academic support, homework help, enrichment activities, and safe spaces outside school hours. The program is funded by The Children's Trust and includes the L.E.A.D. program for 5th graders.
• Parenting Program (Nurturing Parents) Evidence-based parenting education workshops and support services designed to strengthen families, prevent child abuse, and provide parents with tools for positive family engagement.
• Amigos Care Program Family support services providing wrap-around assistance including grocery deliveries, rent help, job search support, and psychological counseling to families in need.
• The Blue Backpack Project One of the longest-running free school supply initiatives in South Florida, providing backpacks and essential school supplies to under-resourced children in Miami-Dade County to reduce financial burden on families and support educational success.
• Holiday Toy Drive Annual holiday toy drive collecting and delivering gifts to under-resourced children from community programs and agencies throughout South Florida. Includes Amazon registry, toy catalog, and adopt-a-child wish options.
• Día del Amigo Family Resource Fair Annual family resource fair providing essential information for parents and caregivers through community partner booths covering health, education, parenting, and community support services.
• Amigos Night Gala Signature annual fundraising event (formerly Miami Celebrity Domino Night) featuring dining, dancing, domino games, and entertainment to support Amigos For Kids programs. Includes culinary pavilion and silent auction.
• Blue Ribbon Campaign Child abuse prevention awareness campaign during April (National Child Abuse Prevention Month) featuring art contests, Rock Your Socks fundraiser, community walks, and educational workshops including Monique Burr Foundation's Child Safety Matters curriculum.
• Amigos L.E.A.D. Program Leadership, Education, and Development component of the afterschool program culminating in special events and graduation activities for 5th graders.
• Champions for Kids Monthly recurring donation program inviting individuals to join a community committed to preventing child abuse through ongoing financial support with recognition and updates.
• The Founder's Circle Exclusive donor recognition program at giving levels of $3,000-$25,000 with benefits including event tickets, private dinners, and VIP experiences.

Quantifiable outcome

• Named Program of the Year by The Children's Trust
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• The Children's TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrincipal funding partner that recognizes the organization's effectiveness and stewardship. The Children's Trust creates and funds programs for children and families through voter referendum.
• Florida Department of Children & FamiliescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner for child welfare and abuse prevention initiatives in South Florida.
• Miami-Dade County Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for afterschool programs and school-based programming including the L.E.A.D. program. Students from MDCPS schools participate in Blue Ribbon child abuse prevention activities.
• Republica HavascoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-term creative agency partner that has developed award-winning awareness campaigns including 'The Missing Review' (10M+ impressions) and 'Misused Objects' for child abuse prevention. Founded in 1991, co-founded by Jorge A. Plasencia.
• AmazonmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of The Blue Backpack Project, providing school supplies and support for back-to-school initiatives. Amazon has provided gift cards and registry support for toy drive.
• Monique Burr FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides Child Safety Matters curriculum for children in programs - an evidence-based program helping educate and protect children from bullying, abuse, and victimization.
• Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & CasinomajorGTM or Marketing PartnerTitle sponsor of Amigos Night annual gala event, providing venue and support for signature fundraising event.
• Bacardi USAmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of Amigos Night gala, providing open bar and cocktail services for the annual fundraising event.
• City of MiamiminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal partner supporting community programs and initiatives for child welfare and family services.
• Baptist Health South FloridaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor supporting Blue Backpack Project and Amigos Night event.
• Univision 23 MiamiminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSpanish-language media partner providing coverage and promotional support for events and campaigns.
• NBC Channel 6 South FloridaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partner covering stories and events related to child abuse prevention and organizational initiatives.
• Miami Parks and RecreationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner providing facility access at José Martí Park for afterschool programs and community events.
• Simply Health CareminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare partner sponsoring programs and events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Prevent Child Abuse America: National umbrella organization dedicated exclusively to preventing child abuse and neglect through awareness, research, and family support. Directly comparable mission and constituency; serves as a national counterpart to Amigos for Kids' regional prevention work.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade: Miami-Dade affiliate of Boys & Girls Clubs of America providing afterschool programming, academic support, and enrichment for under-resourced youth. Directly overlaps on afterschool services and corporate/foundation fundraising base in the same geography.
• Children's Home Society of Florida: One of Florida's largest child welfare nonprofits providing adoption, foster care, family preservation, and child abuse prevention services. Comparable mission, regional scope, and state-level government funding reliance.
• Childhelp: National nonprofit operating child abuse prevention education, advocacy, and treatment programs including residential facilities. Comparable prevention-first mission with broader national scope; relevant for benchmarking program design and donor cultivation.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami: Miami-based affiliate of the national mentoring nonprofit serving at-risk youth through one-to-one mentoring relationships. Comparable regional youth-services mission and donor base.
• YMCA of South Florida: Regional YMCA operating afterschool programs, youth development, and family services across South Florida. Comparable afterschool and family engagement offerings serving similar under-resourced populations.
• Kristi House: Miami-based nonprofit providing child abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment services, including therapy and advocacy for victims. Direct regional peer operating in the same Miami-Dade child welfare ecosystem.
• Monique Burr Foundation for Children: Florida-based nonprofit delivering evidence-based child safety and abuse prevention curricula in schools. Already an active curriculum partner of Amigos for Kids (Child Safety Matters); highly comparable program model and target audience.
• Communities In Schools of Miami: Miami affiliate of Communities In Schools, providing school-based student support, family engagement, and dropout prevention. Directly comparable school-embedded model and Miami-Dade County Public Schools partnership overlap.

Regional players

• United Way Miami-Dade: Regional funder and convener of human services in Miami-Dade. Acts both as a potential funding partner for nonprofits like Amigos for Kids and as an ecosystem competitor for corporate giving dollars. Highly relevant for benchmarking local funding dynamics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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