Family Support During Medical Crisis

We provide emotional, spiritual, and financial support to families navigating major medical challenges. This includes helping cover the costs of hospital stays, travel, lodging, meals, rehabilitation, and other unexpected expenses that come with critical care. We understand that these moments are overwhelming, and our goal is to relieve as much of the burden as possible so families can focus on what matters most—healing. Submit your request here for financial support!

Funding Medical Research & Innovation

Kinslee Strong is committed to helping the medical community improve survival rates, extend lifespans, and enhance the quality of life for children with life-threatening conditions. We support pediatric researchers, hospitals, and specialists by funding projects and innovations that lead to better, safer, and more effective treatments—especially for congenital heart conditions and other serious illnesses.

Building A Community of Hope

Beyond financial aid, we work to create a network of encouragement and awareness by sharing stories of strength, hosting events, and rallying communities together. We believe in the power of connection—when families know they’re not alone, they gain the courage to fight forward.

Through compassion, advocacy, and action, Kinslee Strong exists to stand in the gap for families in crisis and to be a part of the greater effort to transform pediatric healthcare outcomes for the better.

Kinslee Strong Story

Kinslee Strong was officially founded on March 26, 2025, following the powerful wave of support that surrounded eight-year-old Kinslee Curtis and her family during a life-altering medical crisis. Diagnosed with a serious congenital heart condition—Coarctation of the Aorta—Kinslee’s battle captured the hearts of thousands as she bravely underwent open-heart surgery. What began as a heartfelt fundraiser to help cover medical costs quickly evolved into something much larger: a mission to turn pain into purpose, and community strength into lasting impact.

Seeing firsthand how critical early intervention, emotional support, and access to quality care are to a child's outcome, the Curtis family was inspired to create a nonprofit organization that could extend that same support to other families facing medical crises. Unfortunately, Kinslee did not have the benefit of early intervention, as no one caught the issue during any of her appointments. This gap in care deeply influenced the family's mission. Kinslee Strong is more than just a support network—it is a growing force for change. The organization is dedicated not only to helping children and families through some of the most challenging times in their lives but also to collaborating with medical professionals and researchers. One of its core missions is to fund advancements in pediatric care, with the aim of increasing survival rates, extending lifespans, and enhancing the quality of life for children battling life-threatening illnesses and conditions.

With every prayer, donation, and shared story, the Kinslee Strong community helped build the foundation of a legacy—one that will continue to uplift families, empower medical teams, and advocate for brighter futures for children in need. What started as a community’s response to one little girl’s courageous fight has grown into a powerful nonprofit with a heart to heal, a mission to serve, and a vision for lasting hope.

Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is made up of dedicated community professionals and parents who share a deep passion for supporting pediatric patients and their families. Each board member brings a unique perspective, skill set, and heart for service, working together to uphold the mission of Kinslee Strong—to provide support, hope, and resources to children facing life-threatening medical conditions.

As we continue to grow and expand our impact, we are actively seeking to expand our Board of Directors to include medical professionals within the pediatric cardiac community. Their expertise and insight will be invaluable in helping guide our initiatives, enhance our understanding of the evolving needs within pediatric care, and ensure that we are making meaningful contributions to both the families we serve and the future of pediatric medicine.

If you are a medical professional passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families—or know someone who is—we invite you to connect with us(Link to submit submission) and help shape the future of Kinslee Strong. If you are not interested in our Board of Directors, please consider applying for our Medical Advisory Council (link to submit submission)

Medical Advisory Council

Kinslee Strong is excited to announce the formation of our Medical Advisory Council, and we are currently seeking qualified medical professionals to join this important initiative.

The Medical Advisory Council will play a vital role in guiding our organization’s mission and impact. Members of this council will:

Advise on medical research opportunities and priorities, specifically in the areas of pediatric cardiology and life-threatening congenital heart defects.

Help identify and connect families in need of support, resources, and advocacy.

Support and strengthen our outreach efforts by ensuring our initiatives align with the latest medical practices and knowledge.

Provide strategic insight to drive the long-term vision and effectiveness of Kinslee Strong’s programs and partnerships.

We are looking for compassionate, committed medical professionals who are passionate about improving outcomes for pediatric patients and their families. If you're interested in making a meaningful impact through your expertise, we encourage you to apply and help us shape the future of Kinslee Strong.

Together, we can do more to ensure that every child facing a medical crisis has the chance to fight, heal, and thrive.

Financials

Financial Statements
As Kinslee Strong was just recently founded in March 2025, we are currently in the early stages of our financial reporting.

A full financial statement outlining our income, expenses, and allocation of funds will be provided after the close of our first full quarter of operation. Transparency and accountability are core values of our organization, and we are committed to keeping our donors, partners, and community informed on how contributions are being used to support our mission.

We appreciate your trust and support as we lay the foundation for meaningful impact.

Kinslee Strong EIN is 33-4256807 and currently awaiting our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit status from the IRS. Once approved, all contributions may be tax-deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

Please consult with your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of your donation. We will update this information and provide documentation as soon as our 501(c)(3) status is confirmed.

Thank you for your support and belief in the mission of Kinslee Strong.

Form 990

Kinslee Strong is a newly established nonprofit organization, and we are currently awaiting approval of our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the IRS. Once approved, we will be fully recognized as a tax-exempt public charity.

As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, we will file our first Form 990—the annual information return required by the IRS—after the completion of our first fiscal year. This form will provide details on our financial activities, governance, and how donated funds are being used to support our mission.

We will make our Form 990 publicly available as soon as it is filed and encourage supporters to review it to better understand the impact of their contributions. Thank you for your continued support as we build the foundation of Kinslee Strong.

Commitment to Transparency and Accountability

At Kinslee Strong, transparency is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to share that we are actively working toward earning the 2023 Platinum Seal of Transparency through Candid (formerly Guidestar)—the highest level of recognition for nonprofit transparency.

In addition, we are committed to building the strong financial health, accountability, and performance necessary to become a 4-Star Charity on Charity Navigator, the highest rating awarded by one of the most trusted nonprofit evaluators.

These designations reflect our promise to operate with integrity, responsibly manage donor contributions, and maximize our impact in supporting children and families facing life-threatening medical conditions. Thank you for trusting us as we continue to grow and serve.