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Abilities in Motion

Occupational therapy for kids in the community. (More Information)

Contact Name: Cindy Peterson, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-281-2541

Accessible Arts, Inc. (AAI)

AAI unlocks the arts for children with disabilities (More Information)

Contact Name: Kit Bardwell, Program Director
Phone Number: 913-281-1133
Contact Name: accarts@accessiblearts.org
Web Page: www.accessiblearts.org

Aid for Women / Central Family Medicine

Abortions, most contraceptive services, Family Practice/Internal Medicine. (More Information)

Contact Name: Mark Peterson
Phone Number: 913-321-3350
Contact Name: afwstaff@aidforwomen.com
Web Page: www.aidforwomen.com

Alcott Arts Center

Public charity supporting the arts community. (More Information)

Contact Name: Chuck and Chris Green, Executive Directors
Phone Number: 913-233-ARTS (2787)
Contact Name: Contactus@alcottartscenter.org
Web Page: www.alcottartscenter.org

American Association of Retired Persons

Activities include guest speakers and discussions on timely subjects. (More Information)

Contact Name: Mary Harris
Phone Number: 913-573-5515

American Cancer Society - Kansas City/Northern Missouri

Strives to achieve control of cancer and help eliminate the emotional and physical problems it creates. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-432-3278
Web Page: www.cancer.org

American GI Forum Kansas City Metro Chapter

A national Hispanic military veterans organization. (More Information)

Contact Name: Rudy Padilla
Phone Number: 913-381-2272
Contact Name: opkansas@swbell.net

American Red Cross Wyandotte County

24-hour emergency response for disaster and fire victims; emergency communications for military families; free smoke detectors; first aid, CPR, lifeguard training, health screenings, etc. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jason Williby, CEO/Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-321-6314
Web Page: www.kck.redcross.org

Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas Catholic Schools

Catholic schools in Kansas City. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dr. Kathy O'Hara, Superintendent
Phone Number: 913-721-1570
Contact Name: schools@archkckcs.org
Web Page: www.archkckcs.org

Argentine Community Center

This center has an arts and crafts program and an excersise facility. (More Information)

Contact Name: Bob S. Nill, Director
Phone Number: 913-261-4382

Argentine United Presbyterian Church

A Presbyterian church with a baby closet program. (More Information)

Contact Name: Emergency Assistance Coordinator
Phone Number: 913-831-4539

Armourdale Renewal Association

A Neighborhood Business Representative (NBR). (More Information)

Contact Name: Kim Hausback, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-371-5696
Contact Name: kim@armourdale.org
Web Page: www.armourdale.org

Associated Youth Services Inc

To help youth and their families overcome serious social, emotional and educational problems and to become productive, effective members of their communities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dennis Vanderpool, CEO
Phone Number: 913-831-2820
Contact Name: dvanderpool@aysusa.org
Web Page: www.aysusa.org/

AT&T

Phone service provider. (More Information)

Phone Number: 800-288-2020
Web Page: www.att.com

Avenue Area Inc (Wyandotte County CDC)

Association with local civic and business leaders. SBA Loans. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-422-5222

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Back To School Fair

Annual Back To School Fair. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dola Williams, Program Coordinator
Phone Number: 913-627-4352
Contact Name: dowilli@kckps.org
Web Page: ciskansas.org

Best Beginnings Breastfeeding Support Lactation Promotion Program

Provides health care professionals education regarding breastfeeding techniques. (More Information)

Contact Name: Sallie Page-Goertz
Phone Number: 913-588-5908

Bethany Recreation Center

Recreational programming plus seasonal workshops. (More Information)

Contact Name: Margie Witt, Unified Government
Phone Number: 913-551-0400

Bethel Neighborhood Center

A multi-purpose community center providing a variety of services for persons living in the area. (More Information)

Contact Name: Rev. Lisa Harris, Executive Director, and Matthew Sweeten, Program Director and Volunteer Coordinator
Phone Number: 913-371-8218
Contact Name: msweeten@bethelcenter.org
Web Page: www.bethelcenter.org/

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City - Wyandotte County

America’s preeminent national youth-serving organization. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-378-9453
Contact Name: denise@bbbskc.org
Web Page: www.bigbrothersbigsisterskc.org

Bishop Ward High School

A parochial high school. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dennis Dorr, Principal
Phone Number: 913-371-1201
Contact Name: ddorr@wardhigh.org
Web Page: www.wardhigh.org

Blessed Sacrament Family Center

Provides parenting support. (More Information)

Contact Name: Charline McPherson, Ronda West
Phone Number: 913-321-5280

Blue & Gray Brass Brigade

The Blue and Gray Brass Brigade plays traditional American patriotic music in its original form and harmonies. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gary Richmond
Phone Number: 913-432-2851
Contact Name: info@bluegraybrass.com
Web Page: www.bluegraybrass.com

Bonner Edwardsville Area Singles

Provides interaction with mature single adults including social activities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Twila Williams
Phone Number: 913-441-3876

Bonner Springs Ambulance/EMS

The Emergency Medical Services Department in Bonner Springs. (More Information)

Contact Name: John Claxton, Chief
Phone Number: 913-422-7744
Contact Name: bonnerems@bonnersprings.org
Web Page: www.bonnersprings.org/pub_safety1.html

Bonner Springs City Library

A public library. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kimberly Beets, Director
Phone Number: 913-441-2665
Contact Name: bsclib@bonnerlibrary.org
Web Page: www.bonnerlibrary.org

Bonner Springs Edwardsville Area Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce provides a variety of services to the business and industrial community, including education, information services, welcoming newcomers, and activities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Charlene A. Biles, Executive Secretary, Mike Clouse, President
Phone Number: 913-422-5044
Contact Name: bilesc@hotmail.com
Web Page: www.lifeisbetter.org

The Bonner Springs-Edwardsville Chieftain

Newspaper serving Bonner Springs and Edwardsville. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-422-4048
Web Page: www.bonnersprings.com

Bonner Springs / Edwardsville Kansas School District USD #204

A public school district for Bonner Springs. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dr. Robert J. Van Maren, Superintendent
Phone Number: 913-422-5600
Contact Name: vanmarenb@usd204.k12.ks.us
Web Page: www.usd204.k12.ks.us/

Bonner Springs Housing Authority

Provides safe, affordable housing to help people with low and moderate incomes. (More Information)

Contact Name: Linda Marble, Director
Phone Number: 913-441-3816
Contact Name: bonnerha@bonnersprings.org
Web Page: www.bonnersprings.org/municipal_serv8.html

Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation and Community Center

Recreational activities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Barbara Burdine, Parks & Recreation Director
Phone Number: 913-422-7010
Contact Name: jdobbs@bonnersprings.org
Web Page: www.bonnersprings.org/parks.html

Bonner Springs Senior Center

A senior citizens center for fellowship, recreation, and social enjoyment. (More Information)

Contact Name: Nancy Johnson, Director
Phone Number: 913-441-0169
Contact Name: nancyj@bonnersprings.org
Web Page: www.bonnersprings.org/parks2.html

Boy Scouts of America - Heart of America Council

Boy Scouts youth organization. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-942-9333
Contact Name: HOAC-BSA@BSAMAIL.ORG
Web Page: www.hoac-bsa.org

Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kansas City - Wyandotte County Unit

Youth organization with special emphasis on youth from disadvantaged circumstances. (More Information)

Contact Name: Eunice Kelson-Holmes, Unit Director
Phone Number: 913-621-3260
Web Page: www.bgc-gkc.org

Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City

An organization providing information, advocacy, and support for people with brain injuries, family members, friends and professionals. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-754-8883
Contact Name: info@biaks.org
Web Page: www.biaks.org

Bread of Life Outreach Ministries

Our goal is to revitalize our surrounding community and bring hope to the people for a better tomorrow. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dr. Kevin Rowan
Phone Number: 913-371-5433
Web Page: www.breadoflifekc.com

Bristol Hill Evening Care

Evening care for any developmentally challenged teenager and older adults in the greater Kansas City area. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-432-2318
Contact Name: bristolhillumc@sbcglobal.net
Web Page: www.bristolhillumc.org

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The Call

Kansas City newspaper -- "Southwest's leading weekly." (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-842-3804
Contact Name: kccallnews@hotmail.com
Web Page: www.kccall.com

Camp Fire USA Heartland Council

Youth organization. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-648-2121
Contact Name: Fun4Kids@kc-campfire.org
Web Page: www.kc-campfire.org

Cancer Action Inc (Kansas)

Increase quality of life of cancer patients and their care givers by providing direct free services through professional and volunteer efforts. (More Information)

Contact Name: Karla Nichols, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-321-8880
Contact Name: info@canceractionkc.org
Web Page: www.canceractionkc.org

CASA of Johnson and Wyandotte Counties

Court appointed special advocates for children. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-715-4040
Contact Name: casaweb@jocogov.org
Web Page: www.casajwc.org

Catholic Charities (Central Avenue)

Provides compassionate care for more than 85,000 people of all faiths each year. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-621-1504
Contact Name: info@ccsks.org
Web Page: www.catholiccharitiesks.org

Catholic Charities (St. Benedicts Center)

Provides early care and education to infants, toddlers and preschool-age children. (More Information)

Contact Name: Carolyn Davis
Phone Number: 913-621-7403
Contact Name: info@ccsks.org
Web Page: www.catholiccharitiesks.org

The Center for Child Health and Development

Diagnoses and develops treatment recommendations for children with developmental disabilities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Matt Reece, PhD, Director
Phone Number: 913-588-5900
Web Page: www.kumc.edu/cchd/

Central Area Betterment Association

Businesses, churches and other neighborhood groups and private citizens dedicated to improving the Central Avenue area. (More Information)

Contact Name: Martin Thoennes, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-281-9222
Contact Name: MT.CABA@ATT.NET

Central Avenue Center of Hope

Food pantry, food kitchen, homeless outreach, commodity distribution, thrift store. (More Information)

Contact Name: Marsha Nave, Site Director
Phone Number: 913-233-2511

Central States Conference of Seventh Day Adventists

With a mission to identify, equip and empower Adventist leaders of youth to impact their church and community. (More Information)

Contact Name: Desiree Bryant
Phone Number: 913-371-1071
Contact Name: deswbee@aol.com
Web Page: www.central-states.org

Central United Methodist Church

A church with outreach ministries. (More Information)

Contact Name: Rev Gary Roellchen, Senior Pastor
Phone Number: 913-342-4292

Child Care Source

Provides referral to all types of child care. (More Information)

Contact Name: Katrina Ball, Manager
Phone Number: 913-573-2273
Contact Name: childsvc@thefamilyconservancy.org
Web Page: www.childcaresource.org

Christ the King School

Dedicated to assisting parents by providing a quality education in a Catholic environment. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-287-8883

Christian Foundation for Children and Aging

CFCA is an international movement of people who support and encourage children, youth and the aging in developing countries. (More Information)

Contact Name: Loretta Kline
Phone Number: 913-384-6500
Contact Name: mail@cfcausa.org
Web Page: www.cfcausa.org

City Hall Lofts

Residential lofts in a historic building. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-233-2500
Web Page: liveatcityhallofts.com

City Vision Ministries, Inc.

We work to have healthy, sustainable urban neighborhood in Wyandotte County, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: John Harvey, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-371-5200
Contact Name: jharvey@cvmkck.org
Web Page: www.cityvisionministries.org/community.html

Coalition for Independence

Provide a variety of non-residential services to assist people with disabilities to live more independently and help people to find personal assistance services. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-321-5140
Web Page: www.cfi-kc.org

Communities in Schools of KCK/Wyandotte County

Community-based organization helping young people stay in school and prepare for life. (More Information)

Contact Name: Steve Goceljak, Executive Director
Dola Williams, Program Coordinator

Phone Number: 913-627-4352
Contact Name: dowilli@kckps.org
Web Page: ciskansas.org

Community Health Council of Wyandotte County

Improves access to healthcare for the uninsured and underinsured. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kristi Huppert
Phone Number: 913-371-9298
Contact Name: khuppert@wycohealthcouncil.org
Web Page: www.wycohealthcouncil.org

Community Housing Wyandotte County, Inc. (CHWC, Inc.)

A partnership formed to stimulate the improvement and maintenance of the neighborhood as an attractive place to live. (More Information)

Contact Name: Susan M. Carroll, Interim Executive Director/CEO
Phone Number: 913-342-7580
Contact Name: scarroll@chwconline.com
Web Page: www.chwconline.com

Concerned Citizens for Old Quindaro

Preserving the history and legacy of Old Quindaro. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-244-8497
Web Page: www.oldquindaro.org

Connections

A screening and referral program for parents during pregnancy or with children under five years of age. (More Information)

Contact Name: Leslie Warlen, Intake Coordinator, Project EAGLE Community Programs
Phone Number: 913-321-9999
Web Page: www.projecteagle.org/Connections_History.aspx

Croatian Council of Kansas City (Croatian Information Center)

To provide help where need may arise in Croatia. (More Information)

Contact Name: Ken Yarnevich
Phone Number: 913-788-9758
Contact Name: ken@cicom.net

Cross-Lines Community Outreach

Social service agency helping to alleviate the suffering of people in poverty. (More Information)

Contact Name: Roberta Lindbeck, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-281-3388
Web Page: www.cross-lines.org

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Daughters of the American Revolution - Wyandot Chapter

Perpetuates the memory and spirit of those who achieved American independence. (More Information)

Contact Name: Barbara Sass, Registrar
Phone Number: 913-724-1475
Contact Name: BarbSass@aol.com
Web Page: kansasdar.org/wyandot/

Deaf Hope Inc

Provide alcohol and drug counseling to deaf and hard of hearing persons. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gretta Coffer, Administrative Director
Phone Number: 913-621-4673
Contact Name: deafhope@swbell.net

Donald R Lamb Early Childhood Program Wyandotte Comprehensive Special Education Coop

Provide early ID and intervention services to infants and preschool children and families who live within the designated area. (More Information)

Contact Name: Raylene Heitman
Phone Number: 913-551-3700

Donnelly College

Our mission at Donnelly College is to provide education and community services with personal concern for the needs and abilities of each student, especially those who might not otherwise be served. (More Information)

Contact Name: Mary Agnes Patterson, OSB
Phone Number: 913-621-6070
Contact Name: patterson@donnelly.edu
Web Page: www.donnelly.edu

Donnelly College Library (Trant Memorial Library)

Trant Memorial Library serves the students, faculty, and staff at Donnelly College. (More Information)

Contact Name: Tom B. Brown
Phone Number: 913-621-8735
Contact Name: brown@donnelly.edu
Web Page: www.donnelly.edu

Dos Mundos

Bilingual newspaper in Spanish and English. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-221-4747
Web Page: www.dosmundos.com

The Dot

A magazine about life in Wyandotte County. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-682-0305
Web Page: www.leavenworthtimes.com

The Dream Works, Inc

The Dream Works is a full line social service agency serving Kansas and Missouri. The agency is also a licensed home health provider. Our primary emphasis is on helping the aging and disability communities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Ed McInnis, President/CEO
Phone Number: 913-281-8695
Contact Name: TDW@thedreamworksinc.com
Web Page: www.thedreamworksinc.com

Duchesne Clinic (A Division of Caritas Clinics Inc)

Providing quality primary health care to the uninsured of Wyandotte County. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gloria Guerra, Clinic Manager
Phone Number: 913-321-2626
Contact Name: hbristowdc@kc.rr.com
Web Page: www.sclhealthsystem.org

Dykes Library of the Health Sciences (Dykes Library)

Dykes Library, located on the University of Kansas Medical Center campus in Kansas City, Kansas, is one of the most complete medical libraries in the midwest. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-588-7166
Contact Name: dykescirc@kumc.edu
Web Page: library.kumc.edu/

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Early Detection Works Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program

FREE breast and cervical cancer screening for women aged 40-64 who meet income guidelines. (More Information)

Contact Name: Linda Redding, RN
Phone Number: 785-832-1701
Contact Name: lredding@kdhe.state.ks.us
Web Page: www.preventionworkskansas.com

Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc (Main Office)

To assist families and individuals in their efforts to achieve self-sufficiency. (More Information)

Contact Name: LaDora Jackson, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-371-7800
Contact Name: ladora@eofkck.org

Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc (Northside CAP Center)

Neighborhood center providing community services. (More Information)

Contact Name: Sondra Myers
Phone Number: 913-371-0848

Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc (Southside CAP Center)

Neighborhood center providing community services. (More Information)

Contact Name: Helen Green, Supervisor
Phone Number: 913-321-7418

Economic Opportunity Foundation Inc. - Head Start Program

EOF Head Start is a preschool full-day and part-day program for low-income children funded by the federal government. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dorothy Harvey, Head Start Director
Phone Number: 913-621-5437
Contact Name: dorothyharvey@kc.rr.com

Edwardsville Police Department

The police department in Edwardsville. (More Information)

Contact Name: Chief Mark Mathies
Phone Number: 913-441-6983
Contact Name: mmathies@edwardsvilleks.org
Web Page: edwardsvilleks.org/city-hall/police-department

Eisenhower Recreation Center

Programming in arts, sports and athletic events and classes including aerobics, volleyball and basketball. (More Information)

Contact Name: Pat Wells or Mike Cole
Phone Number: 913-596-7050
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=2018&menu_id=1016&ekmensel=1016_submenu_1226_link_2

El Centro, Inc.

El Centro provides an array of services from pre-k education, youth services, adult education, and home ownership. (More Information)

Contact Name: Anita Leverich
Phone Number: 913-677-0100
Contact Name: aleverich@ElCentroInc.com
Web Page: www.elcentroinc.com

El Centro, Inc. Academy for Children

El Centro's Academy for Children provides quality, affordable child care in a bilingual, bicultural environment. (More Information)

Contact Name: Della Muzquiz, Director of Children & Youth Services
Phone Number: 913-281-1186
Web Page: www.elcentroinc.com

El Centro, Inc. Academy for Children Donnelly College

El Centro's Academy for Children Donnelly College offers quality, affordable child care services in a bilingual and bicultural environment. (More Information)

Contact Name: Della Muzquiz, Director of Children & Youth Services
Phone Number: 913-281-1700
Web Page: www.elcentroinc.com

El Centro, Inc. Argentine

El Centro's Argentine office offers home buyer education, mortgage lending, a senior citizen center and telephone reassurance services. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-677-0177
Web Page: www.elcentroinc.com

Emergency Management

This organization provides assistance for tornado and severe weather training awareness. (More Information)

Contact Name: Bob Evans, Interim Director
Phone Number: 913-573-6300
Contact Name: bevans@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/Dept.aspx?banner=6840&id=418&menu_id=950

Envision Industries for the Blind

Provides employment for the blind through a sheltered workshop. (More Information)

Contact Name: Glenn Coy
Phone Number: 913-281-0710
Contact Name: envision@envisionus.com
Web Page: www.envisionus.com

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The Family Conservancy

Services that focus on effective parenting, quality early education, mental health and economic empowerment. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-342-1110
Contact Name: familykc@thefamilyconservancy.org
Web Page: www.thefamilyconservancy.org

Family Services USD 500

Family Services offers support to USD 500 and parochial schools in materials and financially. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kelli Mather, Director
Phone Number: 913-627-4362
Contact Name: kemathe@kckps.org
Web Page: www.kckps.k12.ks.us

Festhaus-Musikanten

German brass band dedicated to the performance of German folk music. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gary Richmond
Phone Number: 913-432-2851
Contact Name: info@festhausmusikanten.com
Web Page: www.festhausmusikanten.com

First Presbyterian Church of Kansas City, KS

Presbyterian church. (More Information)

Contact Name: Call office
Phone Number: 913-342-7225
Contact Name: blessings@firstpreskck.com
Web Page: www.firstpreskck.com

Five hundred Reach (500 Reach)

A dropout recovery program for adults who want to earn their high school diploma. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jim Byfield, Coordinator
Phone Number: 913-287-1718
Contact Name: 500.reach@greenbush.org
Web Page: www.greenbushcenters.org/500

Flint Hills Job Corps Center

Technical training program for youth, ages 16-24. (More Information)

Contact Name: Carla Schoenfeld
Phone Number: 913-279-2640
Contact Name: schoenfeld.carla@jobcorps.org
Web Page: flinthills.jobcorps.gov

Friends of Kaw Point Park, Inc.

Nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to constructing and maintaining the Lewis & Clark Historic Park at Kaw Point. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jennifer Tarwater
Phone Number: (913) 787-5568
Contact Name: friendsofkawpointpark@gmail.com
Web Page: www.lewisandclarkwyco.org

Friends of Yates Inc

To provide social service and cultural activities to promote self-pride in participants and the community in general. (More Information)

Contact Name: LaDora Lattimore
Phone Number: 913-321-1566
Contact Name: foyates@aol.com
Web Page: www.friendsofyates.org

Friends of Yates Inc (Joyce H Williams Center For Battered Women)

Battered women's shelters to provide refuge for women and their children who have experienced physical, emotional, and/or sexual abuse. (More Information)

Contact Name: Shirley Wickliffe
Phone Number: 913-321-0951
Contact Name: foyates@aol.com
Web Page: www.friendsofyates.org/jhw.htm

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Girl Scouts of NE Kansas and NW Missouri

Girl Scouts youth organization. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-358-8750
Web Page: www.girlscoutsksmo.org

The Gracious Promise Foundation

We are a ministry providing material and spiritual assistance to families of the incarcerated and to ex-offenders in the effort to rebuild their lives. (More Information)

Contact Name: Shirley A. Miller, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-342-1707
Contact Name: shirley@graciouspromise.org
Web Page: www.graciouspromise.org

Grinter Friends

Tours of house, rental of hall. (More Information)

Contact Name: Don Jolley and Donna Ready
Phone Number: 913-334-2500
Contact Name: grinterplacefriends@yahoo.com
Web Page: www.kshs.org/places/grinter/friends.htm

Grinter Place State Historic Site

The Moses Grinter House was built in 1857 and is considered a major landmark of western Wyandotte County. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-299-0373
Web Page: kansas-city.rezcenter.com/grinter_place_state_historic_site.shtml

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Harvest America Corporation

Offering services which encourage and support people to improve their lives and community. (More Information)

Contact Name: Administration Headquarters
Phone Number: 913-342-2121
Contact Name: harvestamerica@harvestamerica.org
Web Page: www.harvestamerica.org

Harvesters Community Food Network

Food bank. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-929-3000
Web Page: www.harvesters.org

Haven Center Inc

A family wellness project for youth -- to promote leadership and abstinence for healthy lifestyles. (More Information)

Contact Name: Patricia Tramble, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-621-2791
Contact Name: havencenter@hotmail.com
Web Page: www.havencenter.com

Health Department - Unified Government Offices

Leading the way to a healthier community and cleaner environment through community partnerships and the support of the Unified Government. (More Information)

Contact Name: Terry Brecheisen
Phone Number: 913-321-4803
Contact Name: info@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=488&menu_id=958

Heartland Habitat for Humanity, Inc.

To build simple, decent homes and communities in Wyandotte, Leavenworth and Johnson Counties in Kansas, and Clay County and Platte County in Missouri, while following biblical principles. (More Information)

Contact Name: Tom Lally, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-342-3047
Contact Name: info@heartlandhabitat.org
Web Page: www.heartlandhabitat.org

Historic Westheight Neighborhood Association

Neighborhood group serving the Westheight area. (More Information)

Contact Name: Rick Yarnell
Contact Name: ryarnell@wans.net
Web Page: members.tripod.com/~westheight/

Hot Lunch Service Inc

Provides a hot lunch to anyone who comes to the old St. Mary's Church building. (More Information)

Contact Name: Michael Serrano
Phone Number: 913-281-5638

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site

Provide service to Wyandotte County residents for recycling household waste. (More Information)

Contact Name: Ken Mack, Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas
Phone Number: 913-573-5400 x8318
Contact Name: kmack@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/Dept.aspx?id=11784

Human Services Office of Dispute Resolution

Receives police department referrals in most misdemeanor complaints (common battery, criminal damage, petty thefts, telephone harassments etc.) and attempts to resolve such complaints. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gordon Criswell, Director
Phone Number: 913-573-5460
Contact Name: gcriswell@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=718&menu_id=964&banner=15284

Humane Society of Greater Kansas City

Animal Shelter and Low-Cost Spay/Neuter and Preventative Veterinary Clinic. The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City's vision is a caring home for every pet in Kansas City. (More Information)

Contact Name: Robin Rowland, Director of Development
Phone Number: 913-596-1000
Contact Name: robin@hsgkc.org
Web Page: www.hsgkc.org

Huron Indian Cemetery

Historic cemetery. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-321-5800
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/Dept.aspx?id=16214&banner=15284

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Indian Springs Dental Clinic

General dentistry services. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-287-7977

Internal Revenue Service - Taxpayer Assistance Center

Local office of the IRS. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-966-2840
Web Page: www.irs.gov/localcontacts/article/0,,id=98278,00.html

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Jane Nichols Lady Fiona (Storyteller)

Storyteller of personal, mythological, and multicultural tales. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jane Nichols
Phone Number: 913-596-6307
Contact Name: janefionanichols@hotmail.com

JayDoc Free Clinic

Free health clinic. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-387-1202
Contact Name: jaydocfreeclinic@kumc.edu
Web Page: www.jaydocfreeclinic.org

Junior League of Wyandotte and Johnson Counties in Kansas Inc (JLWJC)

An organization of women committed to promoting and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. (More Information)

Contact Name: Junior League President
Phone Number: 913-371-2303
Contact Name: jlwjcks@sbcglobal.net
Web Page: www.jlwjc.org

Juniper Gardens Children's Project

Juniper Gardens Children's Project is a community-based research program dedicated to improving the developmental, academic and social outcomes of children in their homes, schools, and neighborhoods. (More Information)

Contact Name: Howard Wills, Program Manager
Phone Number: 913-321-3143
Contact Name: hpwills@ku.edu
Web Page: www.jgcp.ku.edu

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Kansas Children's Service League

Adoption/Foster Care Services. (More Information)

Contact Name: Tina Long (x 1702)
Phone Number: 913-621-2016
Contact Name: tlong@kcsl.org
Web Page: www.kcsl.org

Kansas Children's Service League - Healthy Families Division

Child abuse prevention through home visits to first-time parents. (More Information)

Contact Name: Patty McCollum
Phone Number: 913-371-2220
Contact Name: pmccollum@kcsl.org
Web Page: www.kcsl.org

Kansas City Anti-Violence Project (KCAVP)

Serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and hate crimes who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-561-0550
Contact Name: info@kcavp.org
Web Page: www.kcavp.org

Kansas City Board of Public Utilities

Provides electricity and water to Kansas City, Kansas and Edwardsville, Kansas. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-573-9000
Contact Name: info@bpu.com
Web Page: www.bpu.com

Kansas City Business Journal

A business news weekly. (More Information)

Contact Name: Brian Kaberline, Editor
Phone Number: 816-421-5900
Contact Name: kansascity@bizjournals.com
Web Page: www.bizjournals.com/kansascity/

The Kansas City Globe

Minority weekly newspaper. (More Information)

Contact Name: Marion Jordon, Editor and Publisher
Phone Number: 816-531-5253
Contact Name: kcglobe@swbell.net
Web Page: www.duboislc.org/Globe/

The Kansas City Kansan

Online community news source serving Wyandotte County. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-371-4300
Contact Name: news@kansascitykansan.com
Web Page: www.kansascitykansan.com

Kansas City Kansas (Deaf Message Relay Services)

Deaf message relay services allow specially trained operators to relay messages between speech and hearing impaired persons and those who can hear or speak. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-573-5681

Kansas City Kansas (Office of Disabled)

Provides application forms for disabled parking signage at residence of disabled person seeking such signs. (More Information)

Contact Name: Chuck Swengel, Program Coodinator
Phone Number: 913-573-5221

Kansas City Kansas and Wyandotte County Meeting Rooms

Provides basic information about meeting rooms in the Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas area. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jack Granath
Phone Number: 913-596-5800 x1030
Contact Name: jgranath@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/meetingr.htm

Kansas City Kansas Area Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce is an advocate for business. (More Information)

Contact Name: Cindy Cash, President and CEO
Phone Number: 913-371-3070
Contact Name: chamber@kckchamber.com
Web Page: www.kckchamber.com

Kansas City Kansas Area Technical School

ATS provides technical education to meet the needs of business and industry for skilled employees as well as lifelong learning opportunities for the community. (More Information)

Contact Name: Barbara Schilling, Director
Phone Number: 913-627-4100
Web Page: www.kckats.com

Kansas City Kansas Area Technical School Admissions Counseling

Prepares workers with skills to satisfy demand for existing and potential jobs. (More Information)

Contact Name: Scott Smith, Admissions Counselor
Phone Number: 913-627-4100
Web Page: www.kckats.com

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Community college. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-334-1100
Web Page: www.kckcc.edu

Kansas City Kansas Community College - Continuing Education and Community Services

Career programs, community education, online classes, programs for seniors and youth. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-288-7660
Contact Name: acsmith@kckcc.edu
Web Page: kansascity.augusoft.net

Kansas City Kansas Community College - OnTrack Program

Adult learning program with Pre-GED, GED, Family Literacy, and English as a Second Language components. (More Information)

Contact Name: Rosemary Lischka, Director
Phone Number: 913-288-7124
Contact Name: rlischka@kckcc.edu
Web Page: www.kckcc.edu/services/continuingEducationAndCommunityServices/ontrackProgram

Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department (KCKFD)

The fire department in Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: John Paul Jones, Fire Chief
Phone Number: 913-573-5550
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=438&menu_id=956

Kansas City Kansas Friends of the Arts

Provide scholarships for graduating students at Kanasas City Kansas Community College. (More Information)

Contact Name: Barbara Butler
Phone Number: 913-362-0723
Contact Name: reltub52@aol.com

Kansas City Kansas - Housing and Community Development

Assist neighborhoods in preserving and improving their quality of life. (More Information)

Contact Name: LaVert Murray, Director
Phone Number: 913-573-5100
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=326&menu_id=562

Kansas City, Kansas Housing Authority

To provide decent, safe and sanitary housing to low-income families, persons with disabilities, and senior citizens. (More Information)

Contact Name: Thomas W. Stibal, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-281-3300
Contact Name: tstibal@kckha.org
Web Page: www.kckha.org

Kansas City Kansas Huggers, Inc.

Sponsors of two Special Olympics teams. (More Information)

Contact Name: Anne Phillips, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-573-8331
Contact Name: aphillips@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.kckhuggers.org

Kansas City, Kansas Parks and Recreation Department

Providing for the recreation needs of citizens through clean, safe facilities and green spaces for the public to enjoy. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gary Salva, Director
Phone Number: 913-573-8327
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/parksandrec

Kansas City, Kansas Police Department

The police department in Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: Chief Samuel F. Breshears
Phone Number: 913-596-3000
Web Page: www.kckpd.org

Kansas City, Kansas Public Library

A public library. (More Information)

Contact Name: Helen Rigdon, Associate Director of Libraries
Phone Number: 913-551-3280
Contact Name: hrigdon@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/

Kansas City, Kansas Public Library Argentine Branch

Library is on the National Register of Historic Places. (More Information)

Contact Name: Carol Levers, Branch Manager
Phone Number: 913-722-7400
Contact Name: clevers@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/argpage/arghome.htm

Kansas City, Kansas Public Library - Kansas Collection

Local history resources, government documents and genealogy resources in the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library's Special Collections. (More Information)

Contact Name: Georgia Murphy, Kansas Collection Librarian
Phone Number: 913-279-2344
Contact Name: gmurphy@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/kscoll/Kscoll2.htm

Kansas City, Kansas Public Library Main Branch

Full service public library which offers various programs for children and adults. (More Information)

Contact Name: Linda Wolford, Branch Manager
Phone Number: 913-551-3280
Contact Name: lwolford@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/mainpage/main.htm

Kansas City, Kansas Public Library West Wyandotte Branch

A library that includes an extensive fine arts collection. (More Information)

Contact Name: Laura Loveless, Branch Manager
Phone Number: 913-596-5800
Contact Name: llove@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/westpage/west.htm

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools

Kansas City, Kansas School District, grades K-12. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dr. Jill Shackelford, Superintendent of Schools
Phone Number: 913-551-3200
Web Page: www.kckps.org

Kansas City Kansas Public Schools Parents As Teachers (PAT)

A free early-learning program for parents with children birth to age 3. (More Information)

Contact Name: Rita Kancel, PAT Program Coordinator
Phone Number: 913-627-4361
Contact Name: rikance@kckps.org
Web Page: www.kckps.org/parents/pat

Kansas City Kansas Wyandotte County Convention and Visitors Bureau

The bureau provides brochures and information about Kansas City area tourist attractions, events, festivals, etc. (More Information)

Contact Name: Bridgette Jobe, Director
Phone Number: 913-321-5800
Contact Name: info@visitthedot.com
Web Page: www.visitthedot.com

The Kansas City Star

Kansas City newspaper. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-234-4634 (News)
Web Page: www.kansascity.com

Kansas City T-Bones

Northern League baseball team. (More Information)

Contact Name: Chris Browne, General Manager
Phone Number: 913-328-5618
Web Page: www.tbonesbaseball.com

Kansas Commission on Veterans Affairs

To assist veterans and their dependents in obtaining benefits through the Veterans Administration. (More Information)

Contact Name: Connie Duncan, Veterans Service Representative
Phone Number: 913-371-5968
Contact Name: VSR005@ink.org

Kansas Department of Health and Environment - Office of Vital Statistics

The Office of Vital Statistics receives and preserves vital records for events (births, deaths, marriages, and divorces) which occur in Kansas. (More Information)

Phone Number: 785-296-1400
Web Page: www.kdheks.gov/vital

Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services, Kansas City Office

Child Support Enforcement, Rehabilitation Services, Food Stamps, Cash Assistance, Adult & Child Protection. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-279-7000
Web Page: www.srskansas.org

Kansas Gas Service

The largest natural gas distribution company in Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: kgas@custhelp.com
Web Page: www.oneok.com/kgs_default.jsp

Kansas Historical Society

State historical society. (More Information)

Phone Number: 785-272-8681
Contact Name: reference@kshs.org
Web Page: www.kshs.org

Kansas Instructional Resource Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired (KIRC)

Agency provides textbooks and library books in Braille and large type. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jackie Denk
Phone Number: 913-281-3308-417
Contact Name: Kirc@kssb.net
Web Page: www.kirc.org

Kansas Legal Services

To provide legal aid and assistance to aged and income-eligible clients in civil matters. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kim Sharitz
Phone Number: 913-621-0200

Kansas Rehabilitation Services

Rehabilitation Services offers a variety of vocational rehabilitation services to help Kansas citizens with disabilities meet their employment goals. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jon Bolt, Manager, and Jerry Leonard, Rehabilitation Services Administrator for the Kansas City Metro Region
Phone Number: 913-279-7407

Kansas Speedway

A racetrack. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-328-3300
Web Page: www.kansasspeedway.com

Kansas State School for the Blind (KSSB)

Provide educational and related services to blind and visually impaired school age children. (More Information)

Contact Name: Madeline Burkendine
Phone Number: 913-281-3308
Web Page: www.kssb.net

Kansas State University Research and Extension, Wyandotte County Office

Dedicated to a safe, sustainable, competitive food and fiber system and to strong, healthy communities, families and youth through integrated research, analysis, and education. (More Information)

Contact Name: Bruce Chladney, Director
Phone Number: 913-299-9300
Contact Name: wy@lists.oznet.ksu.edu
Web Page: www.wyandotte.ksu.edu

Kaw Valley Arts and Humanities, Inc. (KVAH)

Agency supporting the arts community. (More Information)

Contact Name: Carol V. Kariotis, Ph.D., Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-371-0024
Contact Name: kariotisc@kvarts.org
Web Page: www.kvarts.org

The Keeler Women's Center

The Keeler Women’s Center is a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters. We provide programs and services for women using professional volunteers and by partnering with other agencies. We make decisions based on needs of women but we also serve men. (More Information)

Contact Name: Sr. Carol Ann Petersen, OSB, Director
Phone Number: 913-906-8990
Contact Name: kwc@mountosb.org
Web Page: www.mountosb.org/kwc/

Keenagers

A social club for senior citizens. (More Information)

Contact Name: Frank Zugelder
Phone Number: 913-287-1075

KVC Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. - KCK Campus

Organization providing medical and behavioral healthcare, social services and education to children and families. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-621-4641
Web Page: www.kvc.org

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Lakeside Speedway

A racetrack. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-299-2040
Contact Name: lakesidespeedway@lakesidespeedway.net
Web Page: www.lakesidespeedway.net

Leadership 2000

An educational program to develop the leadership potential of men and women. (More Information)

Contact Name: Don Wise, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-233-3366
Web Page: www.leadershipwyco.org/leadership.html

The Leaven

A Catholic newspaper. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-721-1570
Web Page: www.theleaven.com

Literacy Kansas City

Organization providing reading help to adults and older teens. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-333-9332
Web Page: www.literacykc.org

Lithuanians of America

Our purpose is to preserve and promote the culture, traditions and achievements of people of Lithuanian descent through education, folk dancing and the Lithuanian language. (More Information)

Contact Name: Anita Strumillo
Phone Number: 913-299-1453
Contact Name: khazlewood1@yahoo.com
Web Page: www.kclith.org

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Mainstream Kansas City Inc., Men's Center

Alcohol and drug treatment center. (More Information)

Contact Name: Ernest Hale
Phone Number: 913-721-5355
Contact Name: admin@mainstreamkc.com
Web Page: www.mainstreamkc.com

Mental Health Association of the Heartland

The Mental Health Association of the Heartland is dedicated to promoting the mental health of the community, and improving the quality of life of persons with mental illness, through advocacy, education and support. (More Information)

Contact Name: Cheryl Wozniak, Coordinator, Education and Prevention
Phone Number: 913-281-2221
Contact Name: info@mhah.org
Web Page: www.mhah.org

Mercy and Truth Medical Missions - Kansas City, Kansas

Health Care (More Information)

Contact Name: Kenda Preston
Phone Number: 913-371-9966
Contact Name: kenda@mercyandtruth.com
Web Page: www.mercyandtruth.com

Metropolitan Lutheran Ministry - Wyandotte County Office

Provides emergency assistance to low income and homeless people. (More Information)

Contact Name: Yvonne Brown, B.S.W., Coordinator
Phone Number: 913-342-8333

Mid America Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Kansas City

Offers programs and services to fight MS. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-432-3926
Contact Name: info@nmsskc.org
Web Page: www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/KSG/index.aspx

Mid-America Mensa

The High IQ Society. (More Information)

Contact Name: Carol Philo, President
Phone Number: 816-471-7776
Contact Name: president@mamensa.org
Web Page: www.MAMensa.org

Mid-America Regional Council

A nonprofit association of city and county governments and the metropolitan planning organization for the bistate Kansas City region. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-474-4240
Contact Name: marcinfo@marc.org
Web Page: www.marc.org

Mo-Kan Cat Club, Inc

A non-profit organization promoting the health and welfare of cats. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-345-1814
Contact Name: info@mokancatclub.org
Web Page: www.mokancatclub.org

Mosaic in Kansas City

Providing supports to people with developmental disabilities. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-788-8400
Web Page: www.mosaicinfo.org

Mother to Mother Ministry of Kansas City Kansas Inc

Spiritual and emotional support for mothers raising minor children. (More Information)

Contact Name: Alversa Milan
Phone Number: 913-281-3255

Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Schlagle Library

Library dedicated to environmental education. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jonathan McGrath, Acting Site Manager
Phone Number: 913-299-2384
Contact Name: jmcgrath@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/schlagle/index.htm

Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation

Community development corporation. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-621-4111
Contact Name: info@mtcarmelrc.org
Web Page: www.mtcarmelrc.org

Mt. Carmel Redevelopment Corporation - Willa Gill Center

Assist homeless/low income individuals and families with basic survival/crisis issues. (More Information)

Contact Name: Ondra Penn, Facility Manager
Phone Number: 913-621-4690
Contact Name: openn@mtcarmelrc.org
Web Page: www.mtcarmelrc.org

Muncie Christian School

A private school educating students from K-12. (More Information)

Contact Name: Mrs. Lietzen
Phone Number: 913-299-9884
Contact Name: office@munciechristian.com
Web Page: www.munciechristian.com

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National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame (Agricultural Hall of Fame Agricultural Center)

A historical museum for agriculture, including a simulated town, picnic pavilion, 30,000 artifacts, and agricultural education programs. (More Information)

Contact Name: Tim Daugherty, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-721-1075
Contact Name: info@aghalloffame.com
Web Page: www.aghalloffame.com

Neighborhood Resource Center (NRC)

Helps residents with neighborhood problems and issues. (More Information)

Contact Name: Greg Talkin, Director of NRC
Phone Number: 913-573-8628
Contact Name: gtalkin@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=866&menu_id=1014

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Operation Brightside

Work with cleanup, beautification and environmental programming. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kirk Suther, Treasurer
Phone Number: 913-573-8735
Contact Name: ksuther@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=1018&menu_id=1014&ekmensel=1014_submenu_0_link_7

Oxford House (Turner)

Part of a national network of self-run, self-supporting houses for employed persons recovering from drug and/or alcohol addiction. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-328-1966
Web Page: www.oxfordhouse.org

Ozanam

A multi-service treatment center for boys and girls ages 12 to 18. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-561-2266
Web Page: www.ozanam.org

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Parent Teacher Association (Piper Kansas)

The PTA works as advocates for children. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jill Keeton, President
Phone Number: 913-721-1243
Contact Name: piperpta@yahoo.com

Parents as Teachers (Turner School District)

A free parent-education program for families with children up to the age of 36 months. (More Information)

Contact Name: Janet Lindgren
Phone Number: 913-288-4197
Contact Name: lindgrenj@turnerusd202.org

Parkwood Recreation Center Senior Citizen Club

A senior citizens club with recreational activities. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-371-0848

Pat Hanlon Senior Citizen Center

General activities for senior citizens which include recreational activites, covered dish luncheons, presentations, bingo, cards, pool games, etc. (More Information)

Contact Name: Algeria Lowe
Phone Number: 913-573-5515

Piano Technicians Guild Inc

Organized to achieve the highest possible service standards and to promote the technical, economic and social interest of piano technicians. (More Information)

Contact Name: Barbara Cassaday, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-432-9975
Contact Name: ptg@ptg.org
Web Page: www.ptg.org

Piper (Kansas) School District

To welcome as well as educate new residents into the Kansas City, Kansas community and the Piper School District. (More Information)

Contact Name: Steve Adams, Superintendent
Phone Number: 913-721-2088
Contact Name: sadams@piperschools.com
Web Page: www.piperschools.com

Piper Community Education Association

Fund raising organization that helps provide for additional facilities and helping the school district. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-721-2566

The Poison Control Center

Provides information on poisons to the general public as well as doctors and pharmacists. (More Information)

Contact Name: Daling McMoran, Poison Control Educator
Tama Sawyer, Poison Control Director

Phone Number: 800-588-6633
Contact Name: mapcc@kumc.edu
Web Page: www.kumed.com/poison

Police Fire Chaplain's Association

Ministers who work with Kansas City, Kansas police and fire personnel in handling sensitive issues such as death notification to next of kin, counseling on domestic crises, etc. (More Information)

Contact Name: Joseph D. Biscoe, Jr.
Phone Number: 913-721-1604

Polski Day Committee

Promote the Polish Heritage and celebrate the signing of the Polish Constitution. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-371-1837

Praise Chapel Christian Fellowship

Church with outreach ministries. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-596-0006
Contact Name: questions@praisechapelkc.com
Web Page: www.praisechapelkc.com

Project EAGLE Community Programs

Comprehensive child development and family support services (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-281-2648
Web Page: www.projecteagle.org

Project HOPE

Project HOPE is committed to working with pregnant and parenting teens to assure they have resources and opportunities to succeed. (More Information)

Contact Name: Sasheen Cutchlow and Kimberly Burau
Phone Number: 913-281-2648
Contact Name: scutchlow2@kumc.edu

Project Lead Safe KCK

Childhood Lead Prevention Program. (More Information)

Contact Name: Michelle Miller
Phone Number: 913-262-0796
Contact Name: lhernandez@kdhe.state.ks.us
Web Page: www.unleadedks.com/hud.html

Project TEACH (Kansas City Kansas)

Project T.E.A.C.H. provides FREE preschool and adult education classes to families in USD 500. (More Information)

Contact Name: Laura Dritlein
Phone Number: 913-627-4389

Providence Medical Center

A hospital in Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-596-4000
Web Page: www.providence-health.org/pmc

Providence Saint John Foundation

Hospitals foundation. (More Information)

Contact Name: Mary Ellen Clark, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-596-4151
Contact Name: maryellen.clark@providence-health.org
Web Page: www.providence-health.org

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Quindaro Town Preservation Society (Quindaro Ruins Underground Railroad)

Promotes cultural heritage and education of the largest arecheological underground railroad historic site. (More Information)

Contact Name: Betty Roberts, President
Phone Number: 913-321-8024
Contact Name: broberts555@kc.rr.com

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Rainbow Mental Health Facility

An in-patient psychiatric hospital for adults located in the Kansas City metropolitan area.. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-789-5800
Web Page: www.srskansas.org/hcp/MHSIP/MHSIPRainbowMHF.htm

RE/MAX Piper Realty

Real estate agency. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-721-5400
Web Page: piperrealty.com

Rebecca Vincson Federated Women's Democratic Club

Acquaints people with their government, city, county and state officials, and candidates, and issues. (More Information)

Contact Name: Loris Vincson Jones
Phone Number: 913-342-1513

The Record

A weekly community newspaper. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-362-1988
Web Page: www.recordnews.com/html/newscenter/newscenter.html

Regional Prevention Center of Wyandotte County

The mission of the Regional Prevention Center of Wyandotte County is to be the focal point for community-centered prevention. (More Information)

Contact Name: Meredith Schraeder
Phone Number: 913-288-7685
Contact Name: mrskckcc@kckcc.edu
Web Page: www.wyco-rpc.net

ResCare Kansas City

Job training and educational support to individuals with mental retardation and developmental disabilities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Letha Farwell, Senior Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-342-9426
Contact Name: lfarwell@rescare.com
Web Page: www.rescare.com

Reyes Media Group

Two Spanish radio stations. (More Information)

Contact Name: Edward Reyes
Phone Number: 913-287-1480
Contact Name: info@reyesmediagroup.com
Web Page: www.reyesmediagroup.com

Riverview Health Services

Facilitating access to health care services for individuals who are indigent, uninsured, or underinsured. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-371-7070

Rosedale Development Association (RDA)

Community development group serving Rosedale. (More Information)

Contact Name: Wendy Wilson, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-677-5097
Contact Name: info@rosedale.org
Web Page: www.rosedale.org

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Salvation Army

Provides many services for the community, such as family shelter, day care, emergency assistance, detoxification and recovery, and VA. (More Information)

Contact Name: Major Magoon
Phone Number: 913-232-5400
Web Page: www.usc.salvationarmy.org/usc/www_usc_kan.nsf

The Salvation Army Thrift Store Kansas City Kansas

Non-profit thrift store in Kansas City, Kansas (More Information)

Contact Name: Rob Brooks
Phone Number: 913-788-8108
Web Page: www.salvationarmy.org

Sanctuary of Hope

Sanctuary of Hope is a contemplative, ecumenical prayer and retreat center conveniently located in Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: Fr. Dennis Wait
Phone Number: 913-321-4673
Contact Name: frdennis@sanctuaryofhope.org
Web Page: www.sanctuaryofhope.org

SER Corporation Kansas

Places low-income seniors in part-time community service training positions. (More Information)

Contact Name: Isaura Betancourt
Phone Number: 913-236-9611
Contact Name: ibetancourt@sercorp.com
Web Page: www.sercorp.com

Shalom Catholic Worker House

This agency is a home for homeless men. (More Information)

Contact Name: Brad Grabs
Phone Number: 913-321-2206

Share Inc.

SHARE serves as an umbrella organization that provides administrative assistance to non-profit organizations. SHARE also supervises VISTA workers for several area organizations. (More Information)

Contact Name: Maridan Christensen, Board President
Phone Number: 816-221-4450
Contact Name: share@midlandsmc.org
Web Page: www.midlandsmc.org/share/share.php

Shepherd's Center of Kansas City, Kansas

The Shepherd's Center of Kansas City, Kansas is an interfaith, multicultural nonprofit organization that promotes and supports successful aging. (More Information)

Contact Name: Linda Siemens, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-281-8908
Contact Name: lindas@shepherdscenterkck.org
Web Page: www.shepherdscenterkck.org

Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Uriel Owens Chapter

Provide services and assistance to persons with Sickle Cell Anemia and their families, and to inform the community about the disease. (More Information)

Contact Name: Linda Golson
Phone Number: 913-621-1713
Contact Name: owens@sicklecellkck.org
Web Page: www.sicklecellkck.org

Sierra Club Kanza Group

Grassroots environmental organization to enjoy and protect the environment. (More Information)

Contact Name: Craig Wolfe
Phone Number: 913-299-4443
Contact Name: info@kansas.sierraclub.org
Web Page: www.kansas.sierraclub.org

Silver City Clinic

Primary care services for adults and children. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-831-1111
Web Page: www.silvercityhealthcenter.org

Sisters Servants of Mary

Care for the gravely ill in their homes. (More Information)

Contact Name: Mother Carmela Sanz, S de M. or Local Superior
Phone Number: 913-371-3423
Contact Name: ssmkc@aol.com
Web Page: www.sisterservantsofmary.org

Small Business Administration - Kansas City District Office

A federal agency created to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gary Cook, District Director
Phone Number: 816-426-4900
Web Page: www.sba.gov/localresources/district/mo/kansas/index.html

Small Business and Technology Development Center

Providing small businesses and technology venture firms in the Kansas City region with the analysis, consultation and training support they need to confidently grow and develop. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-235-6063
Contact Name: umkcsbtdc@umkc.edu
Web Page: www.entrepreneurship.bloch.umkc.edu/sbtdc/

Social Security Office - Kansas City, Kansas

Local Social Security Office. (More Information)

Contact Name: Michael W. Grochowski, Regional Commissioner
Phone Number: 1-800-772-1213
Web Page: www.ssa.gov/kc

Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.

501(c)(3) organization that recreates the period between 600 AD and 1600 AD. This is a local chapter of the international organization. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jane Nichols
Phone Number: 913-596-6307(E);816-414-2160(D
Contact Name: janefionanichols@hotmail.com
Web Page: www.shireofcai.org

Southern Baptist Ministries

Short Description (More Information)

Contact Name: United Way/MAAC HelpLink
Phone Number: 816-561-3339

Southwest Boulevard Family Health Care Services (Family Health Care)

Family health care clinic. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kevin Dennis
Phone Number: 913-722-3100
Contact Name: SWBFHC@SBCGLOBAL.NET
Web Page: www.swbfhc.org

Spectrum Home Health Agency

Home health services. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-831-2979
Contact Name: info@spectrumhomehealth.com
Web Page: www.spectrumhomehealth.com

Strawberry Hill Ethnic and Cultural Society

Promotes German, Croatian, Lithuanian, Polish, Slovak, Russian, and Slovenian heritage and culture of the Strawberry Hill area in Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dolores Purduski (913) 342-4014
Phone Number: 913-371-3264

Strawberry Hill Museum and Cultural Center

Museum and historical society that promote German, Croatian, Lithuanian, Polish, Slovak, Russian, and Slovenian heritage and culture of the Strawberry Hill area in Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: Asrienne Nastav
Phone Number: 913-371-3264
Web Page: www.heritageleaguekc.org/strawberryhill/index.html

Strawberry Hill Neighborhood Association

Neighborhood group serving Strawberry Hill. (More Information)

Contact Name: Carole Diehl, President
Web Page: www.strawberryhillkck.com

Sumner Academy Kansas City Kansas (PTA)

The PTA works as advocates for children. (More Information)

Contact Name: Marisa Gray, President
Phone Number: 913-627-7200
Web Page: www.sumneracademysabres.com/content/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=82&Itemid=76

Sunflower House

A non-residential child advocacy and abuse prevention center. (More Information)

Contact Name: Cynthia Smith, President & CEO
Phone Number: 913-631-5800
Contact Name: suninfo@sunflowerhouse.org
Web Page: www.sunflowerhouse.org

Swope Health Services - Quindaro

Providing quality health care to residents of Wyandotte County, Kansas, regardless of ability to pay. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-321-2200
Web Page: www.swopehealth.org/Clinics/Swope_Clinic_Locations.aspx

Swope Health Services - Wyandotte

Providing quality health care to residents of Wyandotte County, Kansas, regardless of ability to pay. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-922-7600
Web Page: www.swopehealth.org/Clinics/Swope_Clinic_Locations.aspx

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Trinity United Methodist Church - Social Services

Methodist church with social services. (More Information)

Contact Name: Linda Schmidt, Business Manager; Leif Brown, Office Manager
Phone Number: 913-287-8500
Contact Name: linda@trinityumckck.org
Web Page: www.trinityumckck.org

Turner Community Library

A library serving the community of Turner in Wyandotte County. (More Information)

Contact Name: Stephanie Robker Library Manager
Phone Number: 913-596-1404
Contact Name: srobker@kckpl.lib.ks.us
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/Turner/index.htm

Turner House Children's Clinic

Charitable pediatric clinic. (More Information)

Contact Name: Dennis Boody, Director
Phone Number: 913-342-2552
Contact Name: general@thcckc.org
Web Page: www.thcckc.org/

Turner School District

A Unified School District for grades K-12. (More Information)

Contact Name: Mr. Bobby Allen, Superintendent
Phone Number: 913-288-4100
Web Page: www.turnerusd202.org

The Turpin Tyme Ragsters

The Turpin Tyme Ragsters recreate Ragtime sounds of the early 1900's. (More Information)

Contact Name: Gary Richmond
Phone Number: 913-432-2851
Contact Name: info@turpintyme.com
Web Page: www.turpintyme.com

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Unified Government - Aging Transit

Transit/Transit Aging programs for Wyandotte County operated by the Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: Marcia Bernard, Transit Manager
Phone Number: 913-573-8308
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=224&menu_id=1030

Unified Government Senior Group Transportation

Transportation for senior citizen groups. (More Information)

Contact Name: Marcia Bernard, Transit Manager
Phone Number: 913-573-8351 (sched/dispatch)
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=224&menu_id=1030

Unified Government Transit

UG transit system in Wyandotte County. (More Information)

Contact Name: Marcia Bernard, Transit Manager
Phone Number: 816-221-0660 (reg. call cntr)
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=224&menu_id=1030

Unified Government Transit Dial-A-Ride

A demand response transportation service for persons with physical or mental disabilities. (More Information)

Contact Name: Marcia Bernard, Transit Manager
Phone Number: 913-573-8351
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=224&menu_id=1030

United States Department Housing and Urban Development

Administers homeless programs through units of local government, and some non-profits to provide a wide array of services and housing to homeless persons and homeless families with children. (More Information)

Contact Name: Rebekkah Johnson, Sr. Community & Development Representative
Phone Number: 913-551-5484

United Way of Wyandotte County Inc

Our Mission: To increase the community's understanding of human needs and to mobilize resources to meet those needs. (More Information)

Contact Name: Wendell Maddox, President
Phone Number: 913-371-3674
Contact Name: wmaddox@unitedway-wyco.org
Web Page: www.unitedway-wyco.org

United Way of Wyandotte County - Volunteer Center

To serve as a clearinghouse for the recruitment, referral and placement of volunteers with not-for-profit agency programs. (More Information)

Contact Name: Diane Hentges
Phone Number: 913-371-3674
Contact Name: dhentges@unitedway-wyco.org
Web Page: www.unitedway-wyco.org/docs/involved.html

University of Kansas Educational Opportunity Center

Assists low income individuals with enrolling in a GED program and postsecondary educational program of their choice. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-233-1124
Web Page: www2.ku.edu/~eoc

University of Kansas Medical Center (KU Medical Center)

A teaching hospital. (More Information)

Contact Name: Barbara F. Atkinson, MD
Executive Vice Chancellor
Executive Dean, School of Medicine

Phone Number: 913-588-5000
Contact Name: batkinson@kumc.edu
Web Page: www.kumc.edu

University of Kansas Medical Center - Medical Genetics (Clinic)

A self-help group for patients and families, also provides information and supports research on all genetic conditions. (More Information)

Contact Name: Debra Collins
Phone Number: 913-588-6022 x5
Contact Name: dcollins@kumc.edu
Web Page: www2.kumc.edu/directory/results2.asp?unitID=6588

University of Kansas School of Medicine

Medical school and leader in biomedical research. (More Information)

Contact Name: Barbara F. Atkinson, MD
Executive Vice Chancellor
Executive Dean, School of Medicine

Phone Number: 913-588-5200
Contact Name: batkinson@kumc.edu
Web Page: www.kumc.edu/som

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Vaughn Trent Community Services, Inc.

Emergency Assistance Center. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-441-0461
Contact Name: vaughnt@crn.org

Vernon MultiPurpose Center

Provides services for senior citizens. (More Information)

Contact Name: Emanuel Northern
Phone Number: 913-321-1220

Veterans Upward Bound

Our mission is to provide qualifying veterans with the skills and motivation necessary to complete a GED program or to enter and succeed in a postsecondary education program. (More Information)

Contact Name: Julia O'Dell
Phone Number: 913-321-5512
Contact Name: vub@ku.edu
Web Page: www.ku.edu/~vub

Visiting Nurse Association

Home health care agency. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-531-1200
Web Page: www.vnakc.com

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Western Wyandotte Coordination and Development Center

Provides services to low-income persons including educational, employment, services for the aged and emergency assistance. (More Information)

Contact Name: Not available
Phone Number: 913-788-9815

Women's Chamber of Commerce of KCK

Promotes economic development for the entire community and supports local businesses. (More Information)

Contact Name: Therese Bysel, President
Phone Number: 913-371-3165
Web Page: www.womenschamberkck.org

Women's Resource Center Community Outreach Counseling Program

Assist people in career/life planning process through career exploration,job-hunting assistance, academic advising and a browsing library. (More Information)

Contact Name: Andrea Chastain
Phone Number: 913-288-7640
Contact Name: gieschen@kckcc.edu
Web Page: www.kckcc.edu/services/programs/communityOutreachCounselingProgramWomensResourceCenter

Workforce Partnership of Wyandotte County

Free employment services to job seekers and employers. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-281-3000
Web Page: www.workforcepartnership.com

Wyandot Center For Community Behavioral Healthcare Inc

Center providing wide range of outpatient mental health care services for all ages. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-328-4600
Contact Name: information@wmhci.org
Web Page: www.wyandotcenter.org/

Wyandotte Countians Against Crime

A grass-roots organization to help make Kansas City, Kansas a safer place to live, work and shop. (More Information)

Contact Name: Paul Soptick, President
Phone Number: 913-281-4351
Contact Name: PPRSJR@aol.com
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/Dept.aspx?id=1452

Wyandotte County Business News

Wyandotte County's business newspaper. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-422-8232
Contact Name: WyandotteCounty@aol.com
Web Page: www.wybiznews.com

Wyandotte County Community Recycling Center

Provides service to Wyandotte County residents for recycling acceptable materials. (More Information)

Contact Name: Joseph R. Cook, Solid Waste Recycle Manager
Phone Number: 913-371-2034
Web Page: www.kckpl.lib.ks.us/wyco/recycle.htm

Wyandotte County Fair Association

County fair promotes education, and encourages improvements in agriculture, horticulture, etc. and also includes exhibits, carnival, livestock, concerts and attractions. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-788-7898
Contact Name: info@wycofair.com
Web Page: www.wycofair.com

Wyandotte County Genealogical Society

Preservation of family histories. (More Information)

Contact Name: Ruth Sanderson, Pres.; Winnie Rowland, Treas.; Dolores Purduski, Sctry

Wyandotte County Historical Society and Museum

Exhibits on local history, including archaeology and a research library. (More Information)

Contact Name: Trish Schurkamp, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-721-1078
Contact Name: PSCHURKAMP@WYCOKCK.ORG
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/dept.aspx?id=770&menu_id=1012

Wyandotte County Infant-Toddler Services, Children’s TLC

Early Intervention Services for families with children birth to 36 months including screening and/or evaluation to determine eligibility, at no cost to families. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kendall Burr, Program Coordinator
Phone Number: 913-287-8851
Contact Name: info@wcits.org
Web Page: childrenstlc.org

Wyandotte County Library Board

Wyandotte County Library Board (More Information)

Contact Name: Alex Craddock, Chairperson
Web Page: www.kumc.edu/wcedc/wycolibrary.html

Wyandotte County RSVP

Provides volunteer opportunities for persons age 55+ in Wyandotte County. (More Information)

Contact Name: Chandra Edwards
Phone Number: 913-371-3674
Contact Name: cedwards@unitedway-wyco.org
Web Page: www.unitedway-wyco.org

The Wyandotte Echo

Official newspaper for the Wyandotte County Unified Government and the 29th District of Kansas Courts. (More Information)

Phone Number: 913-342-2444
Contact Name: legals@wyecho.com

Wyandotte Economic Development Council (WYEDC)

The organization responsible for building and strengthening the local economies of Bonner Springs, Edwardsville, and Kansas City, Kansas. (More Information)

Contact Name: Brent Miles
Phone Number: 913-371-3198
Contact Name: info@wyedc.org
Web Page: www.wyedc.org

Wyandotte Health Foundation

Makes grants to non-profits that provide health services to the poor (More Information)

Contact Name: William Epperheimer
Phone Number: 913-371-4031
Contact Name: whf@wyhealthfdn.org

Wyandotte Leavenworth Area Agency on Aging

To assist and inform senior adults of services available to them, as well as planning and research to meet those needs. (More Information)

Contact Name: Janice Williams
Phone Number: 913-573-8531
Contact Name: 60plus@wycokck.org
Web Page: www.wycokck.org/aging

Wyandotte Comprehensive Special Education Cooperative

Special education staff delivers a full range of support services to children and families. (More Information)

Contact Name: Kimberly Shaw
Phone Number: 913-627-5600
Contact Name: kishaw@kckps.org
Web Page: www.kckps.org/sped

The Wyandotte West

A weekly newspaper. (More Information)

Contact Name: Jamie Ralston, General Manager
Phone Number: 913-788-5565
Contact Name: News@WyandotteWest.com
Web Page: www.WyandotteWest.com

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YMCA of Greater Kansas City - 8th Street YMCA

An inclusive association of people united to enrich the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. (More Information)

Contact Name: Center Executive
Phone Number: 913-321-9622
Contact Name: 8thstreet@ymca-kc.org
Web Page: www.ymca-kc.org

YMCA of Greater Kansas City - Bonner Springs Family YMCA

An inclusive association of people united to enrich the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. (More Information)

Contact Name: Center Executive
Phone Number: 913-422-9348
Contact Name: bonnersprings@ymca-kc.org
Web Page: www.ymca-kc.org

YMCA of Greater Kansas City - Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center

An inclusive association of people united to enrich the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being. (More Information)

Contact Name: Center Executive
Phone Number: 913-378-9622
Contact Name: providence@ymca-kc.org
Web Page: www.ymca-kc.org

YouthFriends in Greater Kansas City

A school-based mentoring network. (More Information)

Phone Number: 816-842-7082
Web Page: www.youthfriends.org

YouthFront

Non-profit youth organization (More Information)

Contact Name: Erin Toole, Creative Director
Phone Number: 913- 262-3900
Contact Name: info@youthfront.com
Web Page: www.youthfront.org

YWCA of Greater Kansas City

Empowering women and girls through health and fitness, economic empowerment and the arts, and promoting racial justice. (More Information)

Contact Name: Lisa Rockley, Executive Director
Phone Number: 913-371-1105 ext: 232
Contact Name: lrockley@ywca-kck.org
Web Page: www.ywca.org/kansascity


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