SMITHVILLE KIDS FESTIVAL
Richard Jackson - President
rjackson@smithvillekidsfestival.help
SMITHVILLE KIDS FESTIVAL is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates exclusively on a not-for-profit basis for the public benefit. We are dedicated to serving our community through charitable activities and programs that enrich the lives of children and families.
Contact Us
Our Location
Find Us Here
SMITHVILLE, Missouri
64089-0015
Located in the heart of Missouri, Smithville provides the perfect backdrop for our community festivals. Our events take place throughout the city, bringing joy and entertainment directly to local families and children.
Community Centered
We're proud to call Smithville home and work closely with local businesses, schools, and community leaders to create memorable experiences for children. Our Missouri location allows us to serve families across the region with accessible, family-friendly programming.
What We Do
SMITHVILLE KIDS FESTIVAL is a nonprofit organization that organizes community festivals for children, offering educational entertainment, games, and creative programs. We bring together families through carefully planned events that combine fun with learning opportunities.
Our festivals feature interactive educational stations, creative arts and crafts, exciting games, and entertainment designed specifically for children of all ages. Every event is planned with safety, education, and pure joy in mind, creating lasting memories for participants and their families.
Celebrating childhood, creating joy.
Our mission drives everything we do. We believe that childhood should be filled with wonder, creativity, and joyful experiences that help shape confident, happy young people. Through our festivals and programs, we create spaces where children can explore, learn, and simply be kids.
Our Festival Programs
Educational Entertainment
Interactive learning stations featuring science experiments, storytelling sessions, and hands-on workshops that make education exciting and accessible for children of all learning styles.
Creative Arts Programs
Art stations, craft workshops, and creative expression activities that encourage imagination while developing fine motor skills and artistic confidence in young participants.
Fun Games & Activities
Age-appropriate games, physical activities, and team challenges designed to promote social interaction, physical fitness, and healthy competition among children.
Community Impact
Building Stronger Communities
Our festivals serve as gathering points for families, creating connections between neighbors and fostering a sense of community pride. We bring people together across different backgrounds, ages, and experiences through shared celebration.
Each event strengthens local bonds while providing children with positive role models and safe spaces for social interaction and personal growth.
Supporting Local Families
We provide free and low-cost entertainment options for families, ensuring that financial constraints don't prevent children from accessing quality programming and community events.
Our festivals offer parents opportunities to connect with other families while their children engage in supervised, enriching activities in a safe environment.
Festival Highlights
Our festivals create magical moments where learning meets fun. From hands-on science experiments that spark curiosity to collaborative art projects that build confidence, every activity is designed to celebrate the unique potential within each child while fostering community connections.
Get Involved
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Volunteer Opportunities
Join our team of dedicated volunteers who help make our festivals possible. Whether you have a few hours or can commit to regular involvement, we have meaningful ways for you to contribute to children's happiness and community building.
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Community Partnerships
We partner with local businesses, schools, and organizations to expand our reach and impact. These collaborations help us provide more comprehensive programming while strengthening community networks.
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Donation Support
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we rely on community support to fund our programs. Donations help us provide free activities, purchase supplies, and ensure our festivals remain accessible to all families regardless of economic circumstances.
Why Your Support Matters
Investing in Childhood
When you support SMITHVILLE KIDS FESTIVAL, you're investing in the fundamental right of children to experience joy, creativity, and community connection. Your contribution helps create experiences that children will remember for years to come.
Every dollar goes directly toward program materials, volunteer coordination, and event logistics that make our festivals safe, educational, and thoroughly enjoyable for participating families.

Tax-deductible donations help us continue serving children and families throughout the Smithville community and beyond.
Connect With Us
Ready to Join Our Mission?
Whether you're interested in volunteering, partnering with us, or simply learning more about our upcoming festivals, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can continue celebrating childhood and creating joy throughout our community.
Contact President Richard Jackson:
rjackson@smithvillekidsfestival.help
SMITHVILLE KIDS FESTIVAL - A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Serving Smithville, Missouri 64089-0015 and surrounding communities