Community News
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Kansas wrestles with ways to shorten waitlist for disability care
The intellectual/developmentally disabled waiver program still has a long waitlist. That waitlist is shrinking, and Kansas lawmakers want to keep that momentum going. by Blaise Mesa February 14, 2025 Holly Oleson helps people who are intellectually disabled live as independently as possible. She’s a lead direct support professional at Honey Bee Community Services in the Kansas…

Kansas advocacy organizations offer strategy for curtailing waitlist for disability services
Plan targets yearslong wait for people with intellectual, developmental disabilities By: Tim Carpenter – February 4, 2025 11:08 am TOPEKA — Whit Downing struggled through eight years on Kansas’ waiting list in hope of receiving essential Medicaid services she qualified for by virtue of autism and mental health challenges. Downing has taken her firsthand experiences to work as…
Local Organizations
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Harvesters Community Food Network - Harvesters’ mission is to feed hungry people today and work to end hunger tomorrow. The regional food bank serves a 26-county area of northwestern Missouri and northeastern Kansas. Harvesters’ programs include feeding families, children and seniors, as well as nutrition education and disaster relief.
Operation BBQ Relief - Operation BBQ Relief was founded in May 2011 in response to a need for tornado relief efforts in Joplin, Missouri, after cooks from nine different states were able to serve over 120,000 meals in a 13-day period. The nonprofit has since provided over 9 million meals throughout the United States and internationally following natural disasters, COVID-19 response, and through The Always Serving Project, benefiting the homeless, first responders, veterans and members of the military.
Assistance League Kansas City - Our volunteers help at-risk children and youth by providing new clothes, eye exams and glasses, and many other essential items. We provide comfort to children in crisis and vulnerable seniors. We assist sexual assault survivors by giving them clothing and personal care necessities to replace those taken for evidence during the hospital exam and we help high school seniors and adults returning to the labor market afford the training and education necessary to improve their lives.
Green Works in Kansas City - Green Works in Kansas City empowers future leaders to care for our environment, contribute to our economy, and create healthy communities. We offer holistic experiences including field trips and service projects to appeal to all types of learners.
Caregivers on the Homefront - Our mission is to provide caregivers of our nation's veterans and first responders with hope, a sense of togetherness, and a firm foundation of resiliency. Caregivers on the Homefront proudly advocates to promote awareness and increase education for not only our caregivers, but the communities they live in.
Lakemary Center - The Lakemary Center provides education, mental and behavioral health treatment, and social services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each year, it works with over 450 individuals and their families from all over the country. Its services include a K-12 school, specialized foster care, residential living assistance and vocational training.
Cerner Charitable Foundation - Formerly known as First Hand, the Cerner Charitable Foundations offers individual medical grants and wellness programs, community volunteerism, social initiatives and strategic partnerships. Services include providing equitable health access to children, reducing resident disparities, funding front line workers and supporting local veterans.
Front Porch Alliance - Front Porch Alliance works together with residents of Kansas City, Missouri’s eastside and urban core to meet their changing needs at home and in school. FP Alliance offers training, peer support, and community connections to youth, families, Elders, and residents of Eastside Kansas City, Missouri, especially folks living in zip codes 64109, 64110, 64128, and 64130.
Blue River Watershed Association - The Blue River Watershed Association's mission is to restore and protect watersheds through environmental education, community outreach, partnerships, and collaboration.
Charlie's House - Our mission is to prevent accidents and injuries to children in and around the home through increased safety awareness, public education, and the distribution of safety devices.
Upcoming Events

Volunteers Needed- Walk MS: Dallas 2024! (Free food and T-shirt)
Ending multiple sclerosis for good will take all of us. It’s why Walk MS matters so much. And it’s why you matter so much. Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones, and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. Together, we become a powerful force. And with every step…

For Oak Cliff Food Distribution 2024 (indoors)
Oak Cliff exists in a food desert and our community faces extreme disparities in health outcomes. We need volunteers to assist with food distribution weekly to support food justice initiatives.

Free MATH Tutoring for High and Middle School Students
STEM Champions is a nonprofit organization to provide free STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) tutoring to K-12 students across the Sacramento area and an initiative that strives to give back to the community in a time of need. This event is supported by the City of Rancho Cordova’s Community Enhancement and Investment Fund.

Miami Beach Pride
Miami Beach Pride is a multi-day celebration of arts and culture including an incredible 2-day Festival and Parade, featuring special events, family-friendly community activations, social mixers and world-class entertainment. MBP is the leading LGBTQ+ cultural arts organization in South Florida regularly attracting 170K + attendees.

3rd Annual Changing The Narrative Resource Expo & Celebration
Panel Discussion. Guest Speakers. Resource Tabling For Returning Citizens.Performances.Face Painting. Bounce House. Photo Booth. Food Trucks. A day filled with empowerment and community connection. This in-person event is your opportunity to discover valuable resources, network with like-minded individuals, and celebrate positive change.

Freedom To Rise Breakfast Fundraiser
Save the date for our annual Freedom to Rise Breakfast fundraiser to benefit Overdose Lifeline, Inc. You are invited to join us for a morning of community and support for those experiencing substance use disorder. Mark your calendars for April 25th and prepare to be inspired by powerful stories of resilience and positive change.

Tropical Fundraising Party
Our Annual Fundraising Gala that showcases our previous year’s accomplishments and to share our future plans for the next year. You’ll experience the Philippines with Filipino Food, Cultural Dances, Fashion Show and Cultural Art. Join us as we keep Indiana cultured!

Voters Decide: The Hispanic Vote 2024
A panel of experts across the political spectrum will discuss the importance of the 2024 Hispanic vote in Florida and nationwide at a public forum on Thursday March 14 at Florida International University. Voters Decide: The Hispanic Vote 2024 begins at 8 p.m. at FIU’s Modesto Maidique campus. Hispanics are sure to be pivotal in the…

Sorting and Processing International Aid (PM)
Believing that every child belongs in a safe, nurturing, and permanent family, Buckner International works daily to stabilize, heal, and empower families to realize their fullest, God-given potential. The Buckner Humanitarian Aid Center assists by providing aid to these families. Depending on the current need, you may be working on one of the following projects:…
Local Hero Spotlight
Members can nominate a local hero for recognition on their local LoveJustice.com city page!
Anyone and everyone can make an impact, and at LoveJustice we believe that they deserve to be recognized for their good, necessary work!
