Kids Helping Kids Leased Space at Stamford Town Center
The nonprofit secured a 1,000-square-foot office and retail hub to better engage with the local community.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Kids Helping Kids has signed a lease for new retail and office space at the Stamford Town Center. The nonprofit aims to use this central location to enhance engagement with local families and community partners.
Why it matters
The organization selected the mall to establish a highly accessible environment where they can connect directly with the families they serve. This move positions the nonprofit within an active community hub that encourages collaboration.
The organization has secured 1,000 square feet of space at the mall to support its operations. Founded in 2009, the nonprofit now represents more than 140 schools and coordinates a network of over 6,000 volunteers.
The players
Kids Helping Kids
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that coordinates student-led community service initiatives across more than 140 schools.
Stamford Town Center
A major shopping and commercial destination located in the heart of Stamford that serves as a hub for local retail and community gathering.
Mia Schipani
A professional affiliated with Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty Northeast who managed the lease agreement for the new space.
Pickleball America
A local commercial tenant at the Stamford Town Center that provided furniture and logistical support for the nonprofit organization.
Waldner's
A business neighbor that assisted in outfitting the new office and retail location for the organization.
The details
The new facility, located on Level 4 of the Stamford Town Center, was finalized through a transaction facilitated by Mia Schipani of Coldwell Banker Commercial Realty Northeast. Neighboring businesses, including Pickleball America and Waldner's, contributed by donating furniture and assisting with the site fit-out.
Timeline
The nonprofit organization was originally founded in 2009.
The lease for the new retail-office space was signed in September 2026.
Market Landscape
This move reflects the growing trend of integrating non-retail community services into traditional shopping mall footprints to drive foot traffic. By occupying space alongside traditional commercial tenants, the nonprofit leverages existing high-traffic zones to expand its footprint.
Local families and volunteers can now access the organization’s services at a convenient, central hub within the shopping center. This proximity may simplify how community members coordinate with the nonprofit for future service projects.
The takeaway
Nonprofits are increasingly looking toward high-traffic commercial real estate to maximize their visibility and accessibility to the public. Engaging with neighboring businesses can provide critical support for these organizations as they scale their physical presence.
Further reading
Learn more about local Philanthropy initiatives and how organizations are shaping the community.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Westfair Communications.
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