
Operation Breakthrough
2026 Impact 100 Partner
Website: Operationbreakthrough.org
Location: Kansas City, Mo (Jackson Co.)
Operation Breakthrough surrounds KC children and families with opportunities to thrive. We serve 750+ children and 450+ families, while reaching 800+ additional students through school partnerships. Our cradle-to-career model combines education, health, and social services to provide wraparound support that removes barriers, strengthens families, and helps children build bright futures.
Volunteer Information:
Volunteer Opportunities: Operation Breakthrough offers a range of meaningful volunteer opportunities that connect individuals and groups directly with our mission and students.
Capstone Presentations: 1-2 hour sessions where volunteers serve on a panel as students present their semester-long projects. Volunteers offer feedback as students describe their skills, challenges, and projects‚ demonstrating communication and critical thinking in real time. Slots are available for sign-up and can accommodate as many volunteers as you have available.
Individual Mentoring: Volunteers seeking a more personal connection may commit to mentoring a student weekly for at least 12 weeks. Mentors provide guidance, encouragement, and real-world perspective. Orientation, background checks, and fingerprints are required to ensure safety and consistency.
Donation Drives: Organize collection drives for essential household and hygiene items‚ such as soap, toothpaste, diapers, and cleaning supplies‚ which directly benefit the families we serve.
Volunteer Contact: Kelly Phelps volunteer@operationbreakthrough.org









