This year’s KidFest event carries special meaning for all of us as we dedicate it to the loving memories of our very own, Mia Webster-Cross/Chief Operations Officer. Mia was a pillar in the community and KidFest was her most anticipated event of the year.

In Loving Memory of Mia Webster-Cross - A Lasting Legacy!

KidFest was more than just an event to Mia, it was her passion. She embraced the mission wholeheartedly and helped bring every KidFest event to life with love, purpose, and dedication. Her belief that every child deserves the opportunity to go to school continues to inspire and guide everything we do for our community.

Although Mia is no longer with us, her legacy lives on through every child and family we serve, and through every provider, staff member, volunteer, vendor, and sponsor who believes in our mission and carries her vision forward.

We love you, Mia, and miss you deeply. You and your impact, will never be forgotten.

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As you know, children cannot enroll in school without annual physicals, dental screenings, and required immunizations. Your support helps provide these important services to families with school-aged children in our community. In addition, we provide free backpacks and school supplies for children receiving services, along with free food, games, prizes, books, face painting, music, and much more!

Last year, we were proud to serve more than 400 patients from our communities. This year, we anticipate an even greater need as many families face SNAP benefits and Medicaid cuts. You can see the impact KidFest has made over the years on the back of this letter.

Please join us in supporting students and families as they prepare for a successful school year.

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Family Christian Health Center is a 501c3, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a valuable community partner, providing quality Family Practice, OB/GYN, Pediatric, Dental, Behavioral/Mental Health, TodayCare/Walk-in Clinic, Integrated Health and Wellness, and Mobile Health services to the Chicago southland communities. Family Christian Health Center has been totally dedicated to our south suburban communities since April 2000, serving more than 21,000+ patients. Family Christian Health Center’s continued Mission is to “provide excellent healthcare to the community that communicates in Word and Deed the Love and Gospel of Jesus Christ”.

KidFest 2026 - In Loving Memory of Mia Webster-Cross

Back-to-School Event of the Year!