Kids and Clays

Kids & Clays Foundation is a nonprofit shooting sports organization dedicated to introducing young people to shotgun sports and outdoor marksmanship since 1999. Located in Michigan City, Indiana, the organization partners with Ronald McDonald House® to combine youth education with charitable giving.

Kids & Clays Foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) charity focused on promoting safe, supervised shooting sports instruction for youth participants. The foundation emphasizes safety, skill development, and character building through shotgun sports programs.

The organization specializes in:

• •Trap and Skeet Shooting – Traditional shotgun sports instruction
• •Youth Programs – Age-appropriate shooting instruction and mentorship
• •Seasonal Events – Organized competitions and fundraising shoots
• •Skill Development – Progression-based instruction from beginner to advanced levels

Proceeds from Kids & Clays events and auctions support Ronald McDonald House® Charities, helping families with seriously ill children. The foundation combines outdoor recreation with meaningful philanthropy, making it unique among shooting sports organizations in the region.

Multiple ways to participate:

• •Attend Events – Join scheduled shoots throughout the year
• •Donate Firearms – Contribute guns to foundation auctions
• •Sponsor Programs – Corporate and individual sponsorship opportunities
• •Sweepstakes – Purchase entries in fundraising sweepstakes
• •Volunteer – Assist with event operations and youth instruction

Program inquiries and event registration are managed by the dedicated staff. The foundation maintains active communication with participants and supporters through newsletters and social media.