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A future where every child in California thrives through the trasnformative power of CalKIDS
The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS) was launched in 2022 by the State of California with a clear mission: to help jump start college savings for children statewide by awarding scholarship accounts to youth across the state. Administered by the ScholarShare Investment Board, CalKIDS takes the initiative by automatically offering children born in California and eligible public school students in California a CalKIDS Scholarship Account, along with other potential financial incentives
Areas of Focus
Learn more about how CalKIDS impacts through Collaboration and Partnership; Innovation & Replicable Programs; Research & Evaluation; and Policy Advancement.
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Dedicated to advancing socioeconomic justice
The UCLA CalKIDS Institute is dedicated to advancing socioeconomic justice by amplifying and evaluating the California Kids Investment & Development Savings Program (CalKIDS). We empower families and communities with the tools for financial capability and wellness, with a steadfast commitment to economic equity, enhancing access to higher education, and fostering the financial well-being of all families.