KEEN's Mission:
Empower youth with disabilities and impact volunteer coaches through participation in free, non-competitive, one-on-one programs of physical activity and fun, supporting the overall health and well-being of all participants.
Core Principles:
- accept every child, regardless of the nature or severity of their disability
- provide all programs entirely free of charge
- meet the needs of the individual athlete, allowing everyone to find success and joy
Volunteers
Volunteering for KEEN is fun and offers opportunities for occasional participation, regular involvement, and program leadership.
KEEN volunteers are:
Individuals/Young Professionals
College & High School Students/ Corporate & Community Volunteer Groups
Parents
KEEN welcomes every child, regardless of the nature or severity of his or her disability. In our open, unstructured and non-competitive environment, every child can enjoy in nearly every activity. KEEN Athletes gain confidence, self-esteem, and most importantly a sense of social belonging. They make friends and have fun!
Programs
KEEN's program are one-to-one and non-competitive, allowing each athlete to find success and joy. Our core program, “KEEN Sports” takes place in a gym with a variety of sports equipment available. Other popular programs include KEEN Swim, KEEN Yoga, KEENFit, - with KEEN's unique approach, almost any activity is possible.
Watch the video above to get a "Window into KEEN."
The Finish Line is Just the Beginning
KEEN New York Executive Director Amanda Alvarado Frantz
shares what it meant to be part of a duo team in the Los Angeles Marathon.
She was pushed by KEEN USA Board President John Hayato Branderhorst.
