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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Launch Participant Commits to Academic Achievement

Cost-sharing college program makes a student’s dream a possibility.

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Loads of Love Campaign Helps Schools Combat Absent

The annual Giving Tuesday campaign raises funds to give new washer, dryer sets to under-resourced schools.

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Living a Dream, Thanks to Launch Program

Growing up, Will Medina never thought his dream of going to college or pursuing music as a career would be possible.

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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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My Very Own Library Author Spotlight: Diana López

International literacy program brings noted authors to local public schools.

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Cherokee & Nick's Story

Cherokee Atkins can quickly list what she wants for her 2-year-old daughter: She wants her to grow up in a stable home. She wants her to feel financially secure. She wants her to have the opportunity to go to college.

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