Today is 211 Day—a time to reflect and honor the vital work of 211 in our community. This year, United Way of Greater Kansas City also marks 20 years of serving our […]
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211 Marks 20 Years of Service to Kansas City Region
United Way of Greater Kansas City is proud to operate 211, our region’s 24/7 resource and referral line. In 2025, our 211 Community Resource Specialists (CRSs) continued to respond to […]
When Making Ends Meet Isn’t Enough: How 211 Helps Families Stay Stable
Finding the dollars to pay an electric bill, keep reliable transportation, provide for a family and have food on the table can be a challenge for many households, even with a steady […]
From Emergency Shelter to Stable Housing: Victoria’s Story
During periods of extreme cold, many of us think about the plight of those experiencing homelessness in our community. To help meet the need for shelter, the city of Kansas City, Mo. […]
How United Way Is Preventing Evictions in Kansas City
A safe, quality home with the community support to thrive is something all people deserve. But in Kansas City, that’s easier said than done. An estimated 76% of extremely low-income renters are severely […]
After Hospitalization and Job Loss, One Call to 211 Helped Kayla Keep the Lights On
A four-day hospitalization was enough to upend Kayla T.’s stability. “It was overwhelming because I was dealing with all of my health issues, and going through a breakup at the […]
United Way 211: Delivering Hope Around the Clock This Holiday Season
This holiday season, United Way 211 will continue to be on the clock 24 hours a day, seven days a week, responding to our community’s needs in real-time. One of […]
How United Way Helped Vonzetta Weather the Longest Government Shutdown
This holiday season, Vonzetta S. is counting her blessings. “God listened to my prayers through United Way, and that’s how I got through this–by faith,” she said. What she got […]