Stories

Over 100 years of experience and relationships in Kansas City allow us to match the most effective social service programs and agencies with the people who need it the most. All with the collective goal of changing the greatest number of lives in our community.

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My Very Own Library Author Spotlight: Diana López

International literacy program brings noted authors to local public schools.

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Isaac smiles.

Health Program Helps Families Treat Food Allergies

Maggie and her family had very little knowledge of allergy-friendly diets, and their small town didn't offer the resources they needed.

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Accessible Programming is Vital

Programs like United Way’s LAUNCH strive for education equity.

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Mad City Money Challenges High School Students

The interactive budgeting simulation offers sophomores and juniors a workshop in money management.

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Students Create Their Own Home Libraries

My Very Own Library initiative will provide 35,850 new books to children at nine area public schools.

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Sherrell and her family.

From the Cycle of Instability to Independence

United Way of Greater Kansas City helps a young mother move forward in life.

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