Welcome to For the People and KIDS, Inc.
At FTPK, joyful learning comes to life! We connect children and families to nature, community, and well-being through hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
From our teaching garden at D.I.G. Farm to partnerships with farms, gardens, park preserves, museums, schools, organizations, and libraries, our programs nurture the whole child—mind, body, and heart. Each experience is thoughtfully designed, aligned with New York State educational requirements, and fosters connection, creativity, and real-world learning.
We are committed to accessible, family-friendly programming, with fees supporting educators, materials, and space, and partial or full scholarships available to ensure every child of every age and ability can participate.
OUR PROGRAM CALENDAR
What’s Happening Now!
Literacy in Motion: March Stories!
Bring Stories to Life! ✨
Join us for Literacy in Motion: March Stories, where children ages 2–8 dive into new books each week through movement, music, puppets, and creative acting. Fun, hands-on, and full of imagination, each session sparks early literacy, social connection, and family participation in a joyful, interactive experience!
Tote-ally Fun!
FTPK Canvas Bag for Young Learners
Visit our Merch Store
Discover the FTPK Merch Store!
Our new Merch Store is packed with fun, unique creations by our amazing educators—from cozy tees to playful accessories! Every purchase helps support our community, with 15% of all sales going directly to our scholarship fund.
Shop, celebrate creativity, and give back—all at the same time! More items to come!
Fill YOUR CUP
Step Into Your Joy! ✨
Join us for the Joyful Vision Board Experience on Sat., Mar. 14 at Caramoor, and spend a morning reflecting, creating, and reconnecting. Begin with a peaceful stroll through the gardens to uncover your personal Word of the Year, then craft a one-of-a-kind vision board in a supportive, inspiring circle led by wellness educator Tiffany G. Debnam. All materials are provided—just bring your curiosity! Leave refreshed, focused, and ready to step into 2026 with intention and joy.
