Real results. Real students.
Six years of measurable outcomes, recognized by organizations across Western Pennsylvania.
Real Results. Real Students.
The gap we exist to close
of K-12 teachers pay for their students' school supplies out of their own pocket.
students across the U.S. cannot afford basic school supplies.
national K-12 dropout rate reported in 2022.
National K-12 education figures, 2022.
Support that reaches the whole family
A student's success depends on more than school supplies. When families face hardship, CCL-KIDS steps in to help with the essentials that keep a child stable and ready to learn.
Monthly Groceries
Helping families keep food on the table so students can focus on learning.
Utility Bill Assistance
Support with essential bills so a home stays a stable place to grow up.
Hospital & Medical Needs
Stepping in for urgent health and medical costs when families need it most.
Accomplishments Since 2020
The following recognitions represent just a portion of what CCL-KIDS and founder Kriti Gupta have achieved since the organization's inception. Each award reflects real service to real communities.
Red Frame Lab Grant, Denison University
Awarded a $2,000 grant through Denison University's Red Frame Lab accelerator to advance CCL-KIDS' mission and expand its programming.
Give Kids the World Service Trip
Served as a tour guide, lunch assistant, show performer, and peer mentor for special needs and terminally ill students visiting Disney parks.
Junior Achievement Internship
Selected to serve as Curriculum Leader for Junior Achievement's BizTown lessons on youth leadership.
Ethics and Excellence Guest Teacher
Invited to conduct workshops on Ethics and Excellence at Western Area Career and Technology Center, Canonsburg, PA.
Featured on KDKA News
CCL-KIDS and its work with students were featured in KDKA News coverage in the fall of 2023.
County of Allegheny Proclamation and Recognition Award
Awarded by the Mayor of the City of Pittsburgh for extraordinary commitment to service for the betterment of the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County.
18 Under 18 Award, Junior Achievement Western PA
One of two St. Clair High School students honored at JA's celebratory event at Acrisure Stadium on February 7, 2023.
High School Heroes, JAWPA
Presented for dedication to youth leadership development.
Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Recognition
Outstanding accomplishment in the areas of Citizen Leadership.
Young Entrepreneurship Program, Innovation Works
Kriti Gupta selected for Innovation Works' Young Entrepreneurship Program (June 2022).
Fort Couch Middle School Assembly Presentation
CCL-KIDS shared vision and strategies promoting social mobility through education and outreach opportunities (May 2022).
Upper St. Clair School District, Reach Out and Fundraising Selection
CCL-KIDS selected for Fort Couch Middle School's Reach Out efforts. Featured in The Almanac.
Fort Couch Reach Out Award
Only student leader among adult leaders to win this nonprofit award in the 2021 competition. Received funding for outreach initiatives.
Thanksgiving Pie Drive
CCL-KIDS organized a Thanksgiving 2021 Pie Drive, collecting and distributing pies to homeless kids for the holidays.
$29,000 Secured
Developed project plans and budgets to secure $29,000 in resources over six years through grants including the Red Frame Lab and Reach Out Award, fundraising campaigns, and direct donations.
Support This Work
“An Opportunity to Give Back”
Local news covered how Upper St. Clair student Kriti Gupta launched CCL-KIDS to bring supplies, mentorship, and support to students in underfunded school districts across the Pittsburgh area.
“We’re focusing a lot on education. We wanted to do a backpack drive because school supplies are expensive for a lot of parents.”
Kriti Gupta, as quoted in local press