We believe everyone has the right to an education, regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background and are committed to support our communities by providing educational opportunities, scholarships and career development resources to help future leaders realize their full potential. 

 

PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

for New York City's communities of color

COMMUNITY

Be the first KISS Cares
Future Leaders

We believe that we must invest in our youth today so that they may flourish tomorrow.

This Fund was established to provide educational resources and funding initiatives to support underserved New York City communities of color, now and for generations to come.

 

SCHOLARSHIP

Next Generation
Leaders Scholarship 

This is a financial scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their academic achievements and awarded financial
assistance for post-secondary education. This year, five scholars will be selected to receive up to $15,000 in scholarships.

The 2024 KISS Cares Next Generation Scholarship application is now closed. Thank you to all who applied!

BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES

for high school seniors

 

GUIDING THEIR FUTURES

through tangible, corporate experience

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Career Pathways Summer
Internship Program

This internship program is designed to engage and educate students by providing a tangible, real-world experience within a corporate environment. KISS Cares will partner with local educational programs in underserved NYC communities to select college students for internship opportunities at KISS USA headquarters.