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Quality curriculum that gets kids excited about learning, moving, and connecting.
About Active Discovery
Discover who we are, what makes our curriculum effective, and how we can help your kids succeed.
Our Mission
Discover our approach to creating curriculum that builds confident, curious, and connected kids.
Our Partners
See who's already using our curriculum and the results they're getting with their kids.
News & Press
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Our Team
Meet the dedicated individuals working to bring Active Discovery's mission to life.
Fact Sheets
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Contact Us
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How We
By supporting after-school staff, mentors, parents, and care-givers, we ensure kids have the opportunity to
through meaningful activities.See Our Impact in Action
Our Proven Formula
Created by a former college coach, and guided by experts in educational curriculum development, the true power of these kits lies in their winning formula:
. The elements of our kits are curated and designed using a model of curriculum development called "integrated curriculum" to ensure that there is continuity across the activities and lessons have a chance to marinate as kids explore the entire kit.Active Bodies
Movement-based activities that get kids moving and build healthy habits through play.
Curious Minds
STEAM, art, nature, and life skills activities that spark curiosity and critical thinking.
Meaningful Relationships
Conversation cards and collaborative activities that strengthen family bonds.
Who Is Active Discovery For?
Our kits certainly fill a gap for children from economically disenfranchised communities, but they are an incredible resource for children from all socio-economic backgrounds.
Designed for afterschool enrichment programs, shared family experiences, and even reintegration efforts in military and prison settings, our kits help build bonds and create meaningful shared experiences.
Our Story

Active Discovery began with a simple observation by our founder, Mary Ann Sprague-Denison: too many children lack access to the formative experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and connection.
After years of working with children in underserved communities, Mary Ann saw firsthand how limited access to enriching activities created an opportunity gap that followed children throughout their lives.
"Every child deserves the chance to move, to wonder, to connect—these fundamental experiences shape who we become. When we provide equitable access to these opportunities, we change trajectories." — Mary Ann Sprague-Denison, Founder
In 2021, Mary Ann launched Active Discovery with a mission to close this opportunity gap by creating activity kits that could be distributed through existing community organizations, maximizing impact while minimizing barriers.
See the
Your Kids Will ExperienceGive your participants
that build confidence and skills.38,000+
Kits Distributed to Children
100+
Communities Served Globally
Of All Revenue Supports Underserved Communities
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receiving a kit.
- Direct impact on underserved children
- Tax-deductible and secure
- Immediate impact reporting
Purchase Kits and Products
directly funds our mission to get these same life-changing kits into the hands of underserved children across the country.
- Every purchase supports underserved kids
- Ready-to-implement activities
- Comprehensive support materials
Volunteer Your Time
Join our community of volunteers and help create
for children in your area.- Kit assembly and distribution
- Community event support
- Flexible time commitments
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helps connect children with opportunities to learn and grow.Testimonials
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What People are
Hear from the
whose lives have been transformed by Active Discovery's hands-on learning experiences.Our Purpose
Active Discovery is dedicated to empowering children through equitable access to hands-on experiences that foster physical activity, curiosity, and meaningful relationships. Founded in 2021 by Mary Ann Sprague-Denison, we've distributed over 38,000+ activity kits to children in underserved communities, providing tools that encourage movement, spark wonder, and build connections.
Our approach is simple but powerful: we create engaging kits filled with resources that inspire children to move, discover, and connect. By partnering with out-of-school programs like Boys & Girls Clubs, YMCAs, and summer camps, we reach children where they need it most, creating opportunities for growth that extend beyond the classroom.
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