A Guide to Local Events Juneteenth is Thursday, June 19 and is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. From its Galveston, Texas […]
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5 Organizations Supporting Mental Health in KC
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to break the stigma, initiate conversations, and highlight the efforts being made to support mental wellness in our community. In Kansas City, […]
Rooted In Community: 5 Organizations Transforming KC Neighborhoods
Kansas City is a place where neighborhood pride runs deep. From historic districts to areas undergoing revitalization, our city’s strength lies in its communities—and in the people and organizations working daily […]
Empowering Women in Kansas City: 5 Organizations Making a Difference
As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we want to highlight five incredible Kansas City organizations that are actively supporting and uplifting women in our community. These agencies provide […]
KC GIFT: Fueling Black Business Growth in East Kansas City
Celebrating Black History Month by Investing in Black-Owned Businesses For Black entrepreneurs in Kansas City, turning a vision into a business isn’t just about hard work—it’s about access to resources, […]
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 […]
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 […]