“One of our defining missions is to meet the needs of those aging out of the foster care system. 50 percent of foster kids who age out will find themselves unemployed by 24.

We desire to come alongside of them with support, helping them find community and purpose. Neighbors will offer apprenticeships to those interested in learning: craft coffee, customer service, shop maintenance, good business practices, and the value of people over profit.

Our aim is to build them up and eventually launch them out with a strong foundation.

This pathway will include interview guidance, resume building, communication coaching and more. All while creating a safe space for learning, growing and friendship.”

Sammy’s Window provides a wide variety of free items to lift the tangible burden of caring for youth who are in foster care or have been adopted. Through the ongoing help of community donations, FosterAdopt Connect stocks items for all stages of child development. Depending on location, this may include:

New or gently used, clean clothing

New or gently used shoes

New socks and underwear

Hygiene products

Diapers

Formula

Dry goods

New or like new books

New toys

Baby equipment

School supplies

Midtown Baptist's next respite event will be held Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 3953 Walnut St, Kansas City, MO 64111.

Children from birth through 8th grade are invited to join us for playtime, a Bible lesson, and dinner with our wonderful volunteers.

Students in 6th - 8th grade will hang out with our lovely youth group volunteers for some fun activities tailored just for them. There will be trauma-informed volunteers on-site to help children regulate and adjust.

Drop off your kids at 4:00pm and pick up by 7:00pm.

“Twenty-six percent of the US population are individuals with special needs/disabilities, making them the largest minority group. Therefore, SOAR exists to transform the lives of special families and empowers them to SOAR in their local and faith communities.”

SOAR Special Needs ministry hosts monthly events for children with special needs.

They offer respite nights, activities, clubs and other activities.

Check their website to find more information on their events.

HappyBottoms provides a monthly supply of 75 diapers or 50 training pants to children in need through more than 70 social service agency sites. Our distribution agencies provide healthcare, emergency assistance, education, childcare and case management services to families in need. Our partner model has a ripple effect on families by providing access to other services that will help lift them out of poverty.

​The KC Kansas Angels mission is to walk alongside children, youth, and families in the foster care community by offering consistent support through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentorship.

Partnering for safe and healthy communities.

At Cornerstones of Care, we believe children belong in families and families belong in strong communities. Every day, our dedicated staff works with hundreds of children and families to ensure they have the prevention, treatment and support services they need to heal and become more resilient for the future. When you work with us, you are positively impacting thousands of lives by helping keep children safe, families strong and communities healthy.