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Kansas City nonprofits need volunteers right now, and the benefits go both ways. From reading with kids to caring for shelter animals, giving just a few hours creates measurable change in your community.
The Kansas Jayhawks claimed their first Big 12 tournament championship in two decades with a commanding 9-0 victory over West Virginia. The win caps off a historic season where KU earned both the regular season and tournament titles for the first time in years.
Families in rural Kansas no longer need to drive hours to Kansas City for breakthrough Alzheimer's therapy. Wamego Health Center is bringing hope closer to home with a treatment that slows disease progression.
A Kansas City clothing charity turned a frustrating theft problem into a community win when their viral video led to identifying someone who could have received help all along. The organization's compassionate response shows how social media can solve problems without punishment.
A sixth grader's keen eye during a geology field trip led to one of the most complete Tylosaurus fossils ever found in Kansas. Corbin Bullard spotted ancient vertebrae at a quarry and helped excavate a nearly complete 15-foot skeleton from when Kansas was underwater.
The Russell Lady Broncos wrestling team received official recognition on the Kansas House floor after winning their first state championship. Representative Troy Waymaster celebrated the athletes who brought home the 3-2-1A title to their small Kansas community.
A 10-day food festival just turned thousands of restaurant meals into stable housing and hot dinners for Kansas City families experiencing homelessness. Kansas City Restaurant Week raised over $125,000 for reStart Inc., proving communities can feast and give back at the same time.
A team of Kansas high school baseball players just won a national championship at the same legendary Omaha stadium where college baseball crowns its champions. Five players from the Wichita area helped lead Team Kansas to a 6-1 victory over Florida on national television.
The 13th-ranked Kansas Jayhawks dominated 9th-ranked West Virginia 9-0 to capture the Big 12 Tournament championship. The commanding victory caps off a remarkable tournament run and sends Kansas into the NCAA postseason with serious momentum.
Nearly three years after opening its new terminal, Kansas City International Airport has generated 40,000 jobs and $6.3 billion in economic output. The investment is transforming Kansas City into a global destination just as the city prepares to welcome the world for six FIFA World Cup matches this summer.
A French nonprofit is rescuing thousands of worn-out sneakers from the trash and giving them new life. SneakCœurZ is fighting fashion waste one pair at a time while creating jobs and helping people in need.
A new TED talk reveals how Schoolhouse.world pairs students with volunteer tutors from around the world, proving human connection beats AI in education. The nonprofit has already built a thriving global learning community.
Across Colorado's Front Range, dozens of nonprofits are calling for volunteers to help feed families, shelter the homeless, and build homes. April's National Volunteer Month offers the perfect chance to get involved and make a real difference in your community.
A former Google employee is helping nonprofits in India access millions in free tech tools they never knew existed. His startup D4NP has already unlocked over $5 million in ad grants and trained 200+ organizations to use AI.
Nearly 200 volunteers stepped up to help Kansas voters navigate the August 2026 primary election, nearly quadrupling participation from just two years ago. The surge shows neighbors helping neighbors make their voices heard at the ballot box.
A Coachella Valley nonprofit is recruiting volunteers to help job seekers prepare for employment with free professional clothing and career support. Desert Best Friend's Closet offers clothing, coaching, and resume help to people working toward financial independence.
Federal prosecutors in Kansas collected books, toys, and comfort items for children arriving at abuse centers across the state. The donations give young survivors a moment of joy during their most difficult days.
A Shreveport nonprofit brought the community together for Black Tie Bingo, raising money to build tiny homes for young women aging out of foster care. The packed fundraiser moves Faith and Fostering closer to creating a safe haven where 18-year-olds can learn life skills and build stable futures.
A youth soccer team from northeast Kansas swept the Presidents Cup National Championship and every major individual award. The Sporting Kaw Valley 13U Girls Elite team dominated on soccer's biggest youth stage.
Wyandotte County just green-lit a 300 MW battery storage project that will help deliver cheaper, cleaner energy to Kansas City residents. Community groups rallied together to make it happen after initial rejection.
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