Kansas City Nonprofits and Charities

I am writing to report a concerning experience I had with a member of your canvassing team in San Diego, California. ​I observed an individual, identified as Brianna (a manager with dark hair), behaving in a highly unprofessional and aggressive manner toward her staff and potential sponsors. During this interaction, she used profanity and intimidated her team with threats regarding their employment, creating a hostile environment that appeared to be actively discouraging support for your organization. ​I wanted to bring this to your attention immediately, as her conduct was disruptive and reflects poorly on your team's mission. I hope this information helps you address the situation.

I have participated in several professional development activities with Kim Trudell and Kansas City Ballet's Early Childhood Dance Teaching Artists, and have been deeply impressed by their knowledge of child development, their commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and creative learning environment for their young dancers, and their passion for and dedication to the art of dance education.

I was shot through the head in 1979. I was nine. It was with a 22 pistol. I'm 55 now and am having issues from tbi but am having a hard time finding a neuropsychologist

In a world where access to clean water should be a basic human right, it's shocking to realize millions still lack this fundamental need. That's why Water.org has become a beacon of hope for me. <br> <br>Learning about entire communities struggling without safe drinking water in 2024 is simply unacceptable. Water.org tackles this crisis head-on by focusing on financial barriers. Their approach empowers people by providing microloans to build sustainable water solutions. <br> <br>Water.org isn't just about charity; it's about empowerment and long-term solutions. By enabling communities to build and manage their own water systems, they foster self-sufficiency and dignity. <br> <br>This organization has become a go-to for my donations. Water.org offers a clear path to a future where everyone has access to safe water, a basic need for health and a springboard for a better life.

Did nothing for me as far as finding me employment. I just had to make sure I signed my name for their NON-Profit $$$.

Variety KC has been spreading their mission in the kc metro area. As a mom with a son on the spectrum, I am finding more inclusivity in public spaces because of variety kc. Their generous program also allowed my son access to a wagon which has come in handy & allowed us to safely be a part of day to day activities.

So I have been homeless for almost 1 year an half I was told by the Mckinney Vento at my school to go to your church twice now for help so I can get a home again you guys have done nothing to help my family either times i was sent here Two men both times called me and said you guys could me but you never did I'm still in the same shape and homeless with my kids

Leadership is toxic and not in service to the community. Leadership serves self. Leadership matters. Please get some young, fresh , intelligent and woke people in that failing organization. President running it into the ground. We need to do better.

Youth Volunteer Corps has provided service learnings and volunteer opportunities for over 35 years to youth throughout the United States and Canada and the impact this has made in many communities is immeasurable. The communities get much needed support for their many non profits while the youth learn about their community and that they can make a difference in so many ways. If more communities would adopt this program, this world would be a much better place.

This foundation was created to fund the research section at the Kansas City VA Hospital. With out it there would be no research. The government doesn't just give them money because they are the VA research. They research many health problems that the Veterans have. I am a Vietnam Vet that is fighting for my life. I have Stage 4 Prostate Cancer, and so I give to the Prostate Cancer Research. There are so many things that they research and when they discover something new it also benefits the public also. The research on using an aspirin a day for you heart was done at the Kansas City VA and now people benefit from it all over the world. My mother is alive today because of a pacemaker that she has. The VA invented it. Many more things have come from the VA Research. Giving to this Foundation is a good investment for the country's health.

We have enrolled our children in camps and classes at KCYA Community School of the Arts for over 2 years. It is so awesomely obvious that this organization is on a mission to educate and enrich children and serve families in KC. It is so much more than a business. After attending other "studios or schools" for dance in KC, I could tell KCYA was going to be different from the first day. The teaching artists in dance are as passionate abd gifted in the area of education as they are in dance. The dance director has goals beyond just getting the kids through a class or to the next "level." She incorporates life and social skills into the classes seamlessly---things like physical poise, how to sit or rise, how to present oneself- to smile, to speak clearly, to be healthy, to be dedicated. I guess I would say I am most impressed by the intentionality of all the teachers---they have goals, part of their mission. The mission is to support the growth of the while child, mind body and heart. I think that is extraordinary. The kids also love the chances to perform and the dance department teaches them the benefits of hard work and commitment in every step leading to performance. Additionally, KCYA regularly put on free events for families that highlight local artists. They are not fancy, but they all kids are their parents the experience of community, comradery and participation in the arts. For all of the quality and intention that KCYA puts into their classes and camps, I also find it extraordinary that they are able to keep it affordable and accessible to kids with a desire to learn and grow through creative arts. We feel very lucky to be a part of the CSA

I am a 29 year old mother of five, who has recently relocated to Kansas City Missouri. Since I have been here I have experience alot of Why? Who? and Where? questions. I seen my son forced to use the name Amir, when his name is Zeysean (12). I am a concerned parent who always and still have energy to communicate and plan my children's life. I worked in the health field as a Direct Support Professional since 2009-2012 and counting. I was disrespected by being sent to Truman Behavioral Health as if I am person with a mental illness, medication has been forced upon me as if I am joking about this matter. I love my children dearly. Whatever lies they are being told to cooperate and comply with lies of others using them for financial stability/ability. My questions to whom ever is behind this is.... Why put children in worse situations? Why confused abuse and mislead them? Are you a real child liason? Are you an active member who serve in your community? Do you have children of your own that you neglected and feel the need to take advantage of mother who really cares? Are you a person who can't except the fact that you failed as a parent or adoptive parent? Are there any adoptive applications I need to know about that I never filled out? What lawyer is believing these lies? Why hide behind the truth as you all hold/held occupations as doctors, lawyers, nurses, child liasons, and more. What extremity will you go to to protect your family who is behing it all? Why are you here? When did you arrive? What lie did you tell? Who are you paying to keep quiet? What chain of command do I comply with with my identity being stolen matter when the attorney general is related to the one who stole my identity? Miss I steal identities and children college funds and internal organs, Do you feel good about yourself? Are you feeling shame? Are you embarrassed? Do you or will you protect what's yours? How do you think I feel? Just know you will never drive me to kill myself or harm my children we have been through it all and there is nothing to this point you can do to me secretly and think I do not know to make me feel bad as a mother or a person. Being me is rough but pretending to be me with everything I applied myself to I will conquer I am not in compitetion with you I am doing my best to succeed with all negative aspects and positive aspects. So keep communicating lies and whatever make you feel comfortable with yourself obviously you are insecure. Who are you and why do you feel the need to act in negative ways? Is it because it make you happy? I am me and that KORTNEE MONEE LESUEUR! with children to take care of with out switching records and claiming what is not mine. Greed will not conquer all when my children are involved!

I was a very dedicated, passionate volunteer in 3 departments for several days a week for over a year. I was treated very well by the Volunteer Manager, Suzanne L. and by the departments I worked in. <br> <br>I was treated so well that I thought I wanted to work there, and that muddied the waters. A paying position opened up in the dispensary for which I was totally qualified for, but the HR manager, Miriam M., apparently does not think much of the clinics volunteer work force (over 1,000 people) and I was not even asked to interview. Very political place, only about 100 employees, the management claims not to know what goes on in the trenches. <br> <br>In this job market, who turns their back on their volunteers?

I have a 33 record made of plastic paper thin plastic that says is presented by them It is a33rpm It was produced in WASHINGTON DC . It is about COMMUNISM AND YOU by J Edgar Hover

PM Puppets is the greatest place, wonderful people and excellent puppet theater for all ages. The adaptation of beloved stories is extremely well done. they are miracle workers. Take you kids!!! Read the story ahead if you can. It is magical to see even very young children get the humor and the point of the stories. We have been going several years and my grandson has been in the Nativity and hopes to do so again. This organization deserves all the support we can give it in whatever way we can. Thank you Paul and Mike and everyone else who makes it all happen.

CCVI has received accreditation from the National Accreditation Council for Blind and Low Vision Services (NAC). NAC is the only accrediting body that solely focuses on standards and best practices for blind and low vision services with the consumer in mind. CCVI has demonstrated that it meets or exceeds the standards set by NAC for delivery of blind and low vision services. The determination for accreditation is a rigorous process that involves self-examination by the organization, an on-site peer review to verify processes and procedures by a team of professionals serving in the field and a review of the findings by the NAC Accreditation Committee. NAC congratulates CCVI on its accredited status.

The entire staff at Rose Brooks feels more like family. They are there to help you get back on your feet! I love them and what they do and I wish more organizations could follow their example and put people first. That's what it's all about!

Community Creating Opportunties (CCO) has been in existing in our Community for 35 years, it is a Faith Based organization that brings people of all faith together to build relationships and develop strong leaders to improve the quality of life in our communities. We are a multicultrual, inter-religious organization that brings together diverse perspectives and views for a collective vision to transform lives through new and powerful relationships. How do we do this? Beginning with the concrete problems faced by working families and then doing careful research, create policy and program innovations from the ground up to affect change. We have organizations in Kansas City Kansas and Kansas City Missouri, Jefferson City MO, and Springfield MO. CCO represents over 100 Churches and organization throughout the State. We are involved Healthcare, Housing and Community Development and Youth development, just to name a few things.

I have been a member of IAAO for almost 20 years. I have served on committees and been involved with IAAO personnel in coordinating educational offerings. IAAO is the leading course work provider in the field. Often in sponsoring courses, issues arise dealing with students, workbooks, locations and instructors. IAAO personnel have always been most helpful and accommodating in solving these issues. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Metro Kansas City has benefited from the many sustainability programs of Bridging the Gap for over 20 years. From managing recycling for KCMO to planting desirable trees or removing undesirable ones from wildlands, members are willing to get their hands dirty. They also provide environmental education to students, adults and businesses through several affiliates such as the Environmental Excellence in Business Network which supports Byproduct Synergy collaboration.

I came to know this orginization because they had a summer job called the Academy of Opportunity. It teaches young people how to start their own business. They also offered Life Skill classes that helps me understand more of life. Everything they said and/or did was everything that I expected. There were no surprises or anything. This is a group of loving and caring people who understand the youth and families in the Ivanhoe Neighborhood. So far being apart of this orginiztion I have branched off with my own t-shirt business, now an assistant coach at the Academy of Opportunity, and most of all I am a better person and a role model to other youth in our community.

I'd lived on the streets, (literally), for 5+ years from 1988 to 1993. Several of us homeless men lived in an abandoned bank building in KC's City Market. I think I am the last surviving member of those homeless men. The Mission was located down the street from the bank building. This was before the Mission was evicted for the City Market Renovation. Thank You Jesus that KCRM would open in a new location 2 years later. We were always welcomed in the Mission to shower, eat dinner, get warm clothing coats socks and underwear, and of course attend services, (we were always allowed to fill up our 1 gallon milk jugs with precious water), and get an ecouraging word from Joe C. or Steve K. When I decided to stop drinking and start my life over, the Mission and Joe C. were there to help me. I voluntered there for 3 years during the crucial early recovery stage. I moved on with my life for the next 10 years working at Job Corps and almost 10 years with Jackson County Family Court. I had unexpectedly lost my job and moved to Tuscon, Az. working with homeless addicts and alcoholics. 10 months later I returned to KC Mo. and I was encouraged to apply for a Case Mgr. position at where else KCRM. Truely a dream come true. I had college credits and 10+ years of experience working with addicts/alcoholics. Astonishingly I was hired! That was almost 3 years ago. Working at the Mission has been the most gratifying job I've ever had. I was also able to get closer to the Lord, Jesus Christ and I have become continously grateful for the roof over my head, the clothes on my back, and to the Lord, who worked his wonders in me because of the Kansas City Rescue Mission. Thank You so much KCRM and I will forever remain at you beck and call... Tim D. Quinn

Consistently excellent, adventurous theatre on stages at UMKC and downtown. Artistic Director Eric Rosen has selected a wide variety of plays from large musicals to one man dramas, including three world premieres this season. National recognition has increased, educational programs are expanding, and audiences are diversifying.