KIC-IT began in 2011 as the need for homeless youth services was identified in Johnson County. KIC-IT provides individualized programs & support for youth, ages 16-25, in breaking the cycle of homelessness by helping them achieve sustainable life change. As an organization, we value collaborative partnerships to serve the unstably housed or homeless youth in our community. 

What we do.

We believe that life change happens upon the foundation of healthy relationships. Building relationships, establishing boundaries, & setting goals helps youth redefine their life path. By connecting them to services, skill development, & improved relationships our youth will experience growth - socially, emotionally, mentally.
Helping youth develop a strong foundation is the key to true life transformation & independence.

Each of the KIC-IT programs and initiatives are based upon these core beliefs.

Our goal is to support and encourage youth along the way to sustainable life change. 

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 

Individualized Support.

KIC-IT wants to help youth establish sustainable life change. We believe a person centered approach that meets individual needs is the best path to success. Clients meet 1:1 with youth development coaches & through relationships work towards achieving goals.

Youth Ally Program.

The YAP provides training opportunities for adults to serve as a mentor to a young person in need of encouragement. 

We believe young people are more successful when they have multiple people providing a source of encouragement.

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Youth Ally for Homeless Education & Prevention. (YAHEP)

The YAHEP program works directly with Johnson County high school students to increase graduation rates among at risk students, decrease dropout rates, and prevent future youth homelessness. 

DROP-IN SERVICES

Meeting Needs.

The drop-in center offers a variety of services for young adults who are experiencing homelessness. The Youth Center offers laundry facilities, showers, computer work stations, food & hygiene pantry, kitchen, and the Little Lord's Cupboard Boutique. The center provides a safe space for clients to meet with KIC-IT staff, volunteers, and utilize resources. 

Youth Center

203 Commerce Drive

Franklin, IN  46131

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Office hours:

Monday:  9a - 4p

Wednesday:  11a - 7p

Friday:  9a - 4p

OTHER PROGRAMS

With our organization’s mission always in mind, we strive to find new strategies for assisting our clients. KIC-IT offers monthly Youth Action Nights that provide a meal, while developing skills that promote independence & personal development.

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Community Outreach Activities.

Easter Meal & Basket Distribution

New Kicks for School

Stuff the Trunk

Food & Hygiene Distributions

Camp Out for Homelessness

Shine Bright Christmas Event

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"We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone."

Ronald Reagan

kicit4youth@gmail.com

Office: (317) 868-8742

Fax: (317) 868-8743

Youth Resource Link: (317) 412-4973

United Way Helpline: (317) 738-4636