Kids, youth, and family programs

At Kids Soar we believe education opens doors to endless possibilties.

After School Literacy

Developing a child’s love of Reading

Youth Program

Developing a youth’s sense of self

Adult and Family

Strengthening Families

Volunteer

Making a difference

30+

YEARS OF

EXPERIENCE

Reading gives children the chance for a better future

There is a strong correlation between poverty and illiteracy and our hope is that the children who come through our program are given the environment and skills they need to soar.

Kids Soar is a faith based non-profit.
After-School program serving K-5th grade, Mon-Friday 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
Research based curriculum used to develop a child's love of reading.
Children in our program will read or have read to them over 800 books in a year.

Upcoming Events

Kids Soar is a faith based non-profit organization whose mission is to empower the next generation of children to SOAR to success. Supporting our events by either being present or participating in them, helps our mission. Please see the upcoming events below.

Now enrolling for Fall 2025

Do you have a child in grades K–5? Enroll them in our Kids Soar After-School Program—a safe, encouraging place where children grow in literacy, confidence, and community. Our program runs Monday through Friday from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. Each day includes tutoring, homework help, a research-based literacy curriculum, recess, enrichment activities, and a nutritious snack and dinner. Transportation is provided from Highland Park, Grandin Court, Fishburn, and Fairview Elementary Schools. Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait! Secure your child’s place today and help them soar this school year!

Pasta Dinner is Back!

Join us for Kids Soar’s 5th Annual Pasta Dinner on Monday, November 4th, from 4:30 to 7:00 PM! After casting your vote on Election Day, swing by for a hearty meal—dine-in or curbside pickup available. Each meal includes pasta with your choice of meat or marinara sauce, fresh bread, a side salad, dessert, and a beverage if dining in. Tickets are $13 in advance or $15 at the door, and family four-packs are just $48 in advance or $54 day-of. Choosing curbside pickup? We’ll bring your meal right to your car, so you can enjoy a warm, home-cooked dinner with your family, no cooking required. Ordering for a group? Use the “copy previous” button at checkout to quickly fill in contact info—no need to repeat it for every meal. All proceeds benefit Kids Soar’s literacy programs in Roanoke, helping empower local children through education and support. Come hungry, leave inspired—and help us make a difference, one plate at a time! Tickets go on sale September 2, 2025

Photo Gallery

Summer Program is winding to a close, but the photos help keep the memories alive. We had so much fun learning about the 50 states that make up the USA.