Did you know that January is Poverty Awareness month? Poverty is an ongoing issue in Kansas City, and while many may know the major players working to alleviate it, there […]
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Community Services League’s Commitment to Kansas City
Poverty affects every corner of Kansas City, impacting families and individuals striving to make ends meet. For over 100 years, United Way Impact 100 partner Community Services League (CSL) has been a […]
211 in Action: How One Call Can Change a Life
United Way’s 211 is on pace to receive more than 425,000 contacts in 2024. If that number holds, it would represent nearly a 43-percent increase in combined calls and unique […]
Kansas City Braces for Winter Weather Storm: Resources are Available
The forecast predicts extreme cold for the Kansas City metro this weekend, including snow and freezing temperatures. If you or someone you know is in need of shelter or assistance, […]
United Helping Our Neighbors Statewide (UHONS) Provided Direct Support
Life can come at you fast and bring the unexpected. It’s something Amino A. of Kansas City, Mo. knows first-hand. Last year, her husband could no longer keep his trucking […]
A Light in the Darkness: How Critical Medical Needs Programs Support Families in Crisis
Monica L. is a single mom of three, who lives paycheck-to-paycheck. She only recently went back to work in the food service industry, after taking time to focus on her […]
Celebrating Local Hero: Dana Jermain’s Inspiring Impact on KC
Ingram’s magazine will soon recognize and award Local Heroes for their extraordinary philanthropic giving and volunteerism work throughout our region. United Way of Greater Kansas City is thrilled to announce […]
United We Serve: MLK Day of Service 2025
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is Monday, January 20, and calls Americans to honor Dr. King and his legacy through service. Together, we step up to make […]