Kids Voting is a grassroots, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to educating Kansas youth about the rights, responsibilities and mechanics of participating in American democracy. Our mission is to increase lifelong voter participation by involving students in the voting process. We strive to bring out the best in American democracy through proven strategies in civic education, family involvement, private/public partnerships and community volunteerism.

We welcome your participation and support!

MISSION
The mission of Kids Voting Kansas is to increase lifelong voter participation by educating Kansas's elementary and secondary students and involving them in the voting process. To fulfill its mission, Kids Voting Kansas encourages student involvement through family, community, and school partnerships.

IDENTITY
Ottawa Kids Vote is an affiliate of Kids Voting Kansas, Inc., a grassroots, non-partisan, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that encourages student involvement through community and school partnerships in order to fulfill its mission.

PURPOSE
OttawaKidsVote.net, an affiliate of Kids Voting Kansas & Kids Voting USA ®, was created as a solution to citizen apathy and poor voter turnout. Kids Voting sparks a renewed interest in American democracy. Kids Voting Kansas has received enthusiastic responses from educators, volunteers, parents, and most importantly, the students. Students are not only exposed to the basics of an election, they also experience information gathering, decision-making, and the empowerment of voting. Students are active participants in this learning process, discussing and debating the election in school and at home.

Contact Linda Brown, Marketing Director, if you would like more information or have any questions!! lbrown@ottawaherald.com or (785) 242-4700