Stronger Kids. Healthier Futures.
At Genesis, our commitment goes beyond our clubs. Through the Genesis Foundation for Fitness & Tennis (GFFT), we help give every child the opportunity to live an active, healthy life by providing access to fitness, sports, and essential resources through community programs, partnerships, and support that help kids grow stronger in every way.
Why It Matters
Not every child has access to the basics.
A pair of shoes that fit.
A safe place to sleep.
An opportunity to play.
But these simple things have a lasting impact—improving health, confidence, focus, and overall development.
When we invest early, we help shape healthier, more confident futures.
What We Do
We help provide children with brand-new athletic shoes so they can participate confidently in school, sports, and everyday activities.
Support includes:
• New athletic shoes for children in need
• Partnerships with local schools and organizations
• Seasonal shoe drives and community outreach
• Opportunities for kids to stay active and involved
A simple pair of shoes can help a child feel more confident, more included, and better prepared to participate alongside their peers.
We help create safer and healthier sleep environments by providing complete bed sets to children and families in need.
Support includes:
• Bed frames and mattresses
• Sheets, blankets, and pillows
• Bed deliveries and setup assistance
• Partnerships with local families and organizations
Better sleep supports healthier development, improved focus, emotional well-being, and greater stability for children at home.
We create opportunities for kids to stay active, build skills, and develop confidence through structured programs and community outreach.
Programs include:
- Tennis instruction for all skill levels
- Fitness and wellness education
- Summer camps with sports and life skills
- After-school and community-based programming
Through partnerships with schools and organizations, we meet kids where they are and give them opportunities to move, learn, and grow.
The Foundation provides funding to help youth and organizations access fitness, sports, and development opportunities.
Grants may support:
- Equipment, fees, and training
- Club or team participation
- Travel for competition
- New programs that promote physical activity
Funding is available for:
- Youth up to age 18
- Individuals from underserved or disadvantaged backgrounds
- Athletes at both recreational and competitive levels
- Schools, clubs, and organizations serving youth
From helping a child join their first team to supporting advanced athletic training, these grants create real pathways forward.
The Impact
Sometimes the smallest things create the biggest change.
A new pair of shoes builds confidence.
A bed creates stability.
A program creates opportunity.
Since its founding, the Genesis Foundation has provided funding and support to help young people access fitness and athletic opportunities they otherwise wouldn’t have.
That impact is happening every day—one child at a time.
Latest News & Updates
Stay up to date with recent announcements, community impact stories, and Genesis Foundation news.
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20 Years, 19,000 Kids — and Growing
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GFFT Breaks Fundraising Record at A Starry Night of Giving Gala
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GFFT Donates 2,000 Pairs of Shoes to Wichita Kids in Need
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Genesis Health Clubs Holds First Kicks for Kids Run/Walk To Support Wichita-Area Youth
Small Acts. Lasting Impact.
Join us in helping children access the resources, support, and opportunities they need to live healthier, more confident lives.
WHAT WE DO
KICKS FOR KIDS
We help provide children with brand-new athletic shoes so they can participate confidently in school, sports, and everyday activities.
Support includes:
• New athletic shoes for children in need
• Partnerships with local schools and organizations
• Seasonal shoe drives and community outreach
• Opportunities for kids to stay active and involved
A simple pair of shoes can help a child feel more confident, more included, and better prepared to participate alongside their peers.
beds for kids
We help create safer and healthier sleep environments by providing complete bed sets to children and families in need.
Support includes:
• Bed frames and mattresses
• Sheets, blankets, and pillows
• Bed deliveries and setup assistance
• Partnerships with local families and organizations
Better sleep supports healthier development, improved focus, emotional well-being, and greater stability for children at home.
Youth Fitness Programs
We create opportunities for kids to stay active, build skills, and develop confidence through structured programs and community outreach.
Programs include:
• Tennis instruction for all skill levels
• Fitness and wellness education
• Summer camps with sports and life skills
• After-school and community-based programming
Through partnerships with schools and organizations, we meet kids where they are and give them opportunities to move, learn, and grow.
grants that create opportunity
The Foundation provides funding to help youth and organizations access fitness, sports, and development opportunities.
Grants may support:
- Equipment, fees, and training
- Club or team participation
- Travel for competition
- New programs that promote physical activity
Funding is available for:
- Youth up to age 18
- Individuals from underserved or disadvantaged backgrounds
- Athletes at both recreational and competitive levels
- Schools, clubs, and organizations serving youth
From helping a child join their first team to supporting advanced athletic training, these grants create real pathways forward.