*Mindy is focused on getting her new career in real estate off the ground. But life has thrown her some curveballs. “My car was stolen in December, right as I […]
Eviction Prevention Initiative
A Place to Call Home: How Makunda Kept Her Family Together Against the Odds
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 […]
CHRISTOPHER’S STORY
Christopher is one of many Kansas Citians who has struggled to keep a roof over his family’s heads during trying times. From a household job loss, to challenges with school […]
OVER $3M AWARDED TO PREVENT AND END HOMELESSNESS
United Way of Greater Kansas City is pleased to announce it will receive $3.35 million in grant funding through the Missouri Department of Economic Development, made possible through the Community […]
EVICTION PREVENTION INTIATIVE
For decades, United Way has helped low-income and vulnerable households struggling with housing stability. Every day, our 211 staff members hear directly from Kansas Citians who are in need of […]
Taking an Active Role in Housing Stability
United Way has led the charge for eviction prevention during the pandemic, and looks to continue that work.