Life has often felt overwhelming for Makunda. She’s a single mother of four, with children ranging in ages from 16 to 21. And now, she’s also raising three grandchildren, including […]
211 Provides Pivotal Connection To Everything From Tax Prep To Safe Housing: April 2025 Call Highlights
During the 2024 tax filing season this spring, United Way of Greater Kansas City’s 211 once again served as a connection point to VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites across […]
United is the Way™: We Invest in Our Community’s Future
United Way of Greater Kansas City is pleased to announce the selection of this year’s Impact 100 partners. This annual list is comprised of 100 vital health and human service organizations […]
How United Way’s Family Empowerment Initiative Helped Stephanie’s Family Overcome Hardship
Stephanie F. and her family feel like they’re trapped in an unrelenting cycle. “It feels like we’re in a constant struggle,” she said. “There’s not enough money coming in, to […]
One Woman’s Story of Finding Stability After Trauma and Struggle
*Serena is desperately hoping for a new beginning. She relocated to the Kansas City area a year ago while in the middle of a legal case. Serena had been trafficked […]
From Crisis to Confidence: How One Kansas Citian Found Stability and Hope Through Community Support
When Ezra W. graduated with his degree and landed his first job at an advertising firm, he thought he was firmly on the path to success. But like many young […]
Whole-Person Care That Heals: How Vibrant Health Supports Health with Heart
Navigating the healthcare system can be daunting, especially when facing barriers like language, cost, or trust. At United Way Impact 100 partner Vibrant Health, delivering compassionate, comprehensive healthcare isn’t just […]
ECM Spotlight: Jocelyn Mourning of The Family Conservancy
Meet our May Employee Campaign Manager (ECM) Spotlight: Jocelyn Mourning of The Family Conservancy! Jocelyn is the Vice President of Advancement at The Family Conservancy, a 2024 Impact 100 partner committed […]