Kidztown Goes Global!

Kelly Brower had a strong passion for raising Canadian kidz into spiritual champions. His passion was well defined, focused, and evident. Yet, somehow, a dream of taking Kidztown to Africa also lingered in his heart. In 1997, Kelly began to pursue his dream of taking Kidztown across the Atlantic Ocean. But plans fell through. In 2003, circumstances led to a re-awakening of possibilities in that beautiful continent. Tickets were purchased, immunizations were taken - but his dream remained unfulfilled due to his sudden passing. Mr. Matt Burns and Ms. Shauntelle Klassen graciously stepped in and took over preparations for Kidztown Africa. Kidztown has been to Ghana, Africa four times.

** NEW DESTINATION! **

Ecuador Update - 2009
Kidztown workers Matt and Kerri-Lynn Burns have just returned March 31, 2009 from three months in Ecuador. Their purpose was to work closely with local churches and pastors to create and improve an attitude of awareness of ministry to children.  They found hearts with a passion for children that were waiting for a means to reach the children in their community.  The vision of Kidztown is now alive and flourishing in Ecuador with dreams of sharing this desire for children"s ministry to other local pastors.

Ghana Update - 2008

From October until Late December, '08, Kidztown was stationed in Ghana, Africa for the longest period yet. This was an exciting time, simply because the length of the stay gave us an opportunity to really connect with the teams there and help push them along.

Imagine our surprise when we found a team of over 12 youth who not only meet
every week but perform multiple times a month! And how exciting do you think it was when we found a pastor who couldn't wait to plant churches with the entire focus wrapping around Kidztown, simply so other youth and children could be fed! Come on, this is super exciting stuff!

The people we've worked with in Ghana are at the point where they are trying
to reproducing themselves to their neighboring communities. How super exciting! What's left? The surrounding countries want it too! Crossing our fingers, 2009 will see us back in Western Africa, this time for even longer with the focus to reach the surrounding countries.

If your group is thinking of taking a short-term service trip overseas and would like to partner with Kidztown, please contact us at office@kidztown.net. For ways you can contribute financially, click here to read the fundraising opportunities.