The Hope Center KC is a Non-Profit Community and Youth Development Organization which aims to provide asset-based programs and opportunities for sustainable growth and development for Improve writing & Continue writing on Kansas City's east side to flourish. Our vision is to develop healthy communities where the vulnerable can have hope and flourish.
The Hope Center KC primarily serves children, youth and families in the neighborhoods of Santa Fe, Oak Park, Ivanhoe, and Palestine but welcomes anyone from other communities.
• Free after school programs for children and youth ages 5-18 (meals provided)
• Free group counseling for our youth
• Men's Fraternity Learning Group (ages 21 up)
• School Partnerships
• Learn 2 Earn Program (Youth Workforce development)
• Parents as Partners Program
• Free community events every month
• Hope Family Care Center: provides quality primary healthcare in Kansas City's east side.
• Benton Community Garden: offers fresh vegetables and fruit for everyone in the community.
• Hope Leadership Academy: only neighborhood elementary school in our community.
• The Gathering KC: 13,127 SF renovated church building transformed into a versatile, accessible event venue.
• Built a state-of-the-art playground and outdoor basketball courts
1. Donate and support our cause
2. Volunteer your time: Whether it's 1 hour or 10, we appreciate all the help
3. Prayer: Prayer is one of the most powerful tools we use to reach our community daily
4. Provide Corporate Sponsorships: email info@hopecenterkc.org for more info
5. Spread the Word: Let others know what we're doing on the east side of Kansas City
• Creative Volunteers: Experienced photographers, videographers, and designers to capture daily life and events.
• Serve Groups: Volunteer groups for yard work, maintenance, painting. admin tasks, and more. Let us know your skills!
• Special Event Volunteers: Help with meal donations/service, parking, décor, set-up, clean-up, and other needs.
• Volunteer Internships: Students seeking service hours are welcome to join us.
• In-Kind Donations: We rely on volunteers to donate meals, snacks, gift cards, toys, coats, cleaning supplies, office supplies, and more for our programs.
You can stay connected and updated on everything that's happening at The Hope Center by signing up for our newsletter• Follow us on social media: @hopecenterkc
• Visit our website: www.hopecenterkc.org
• Send us an email: info@hopecenterkc.org
• Come visit us, we're located at 2800 E. Linwood BIvd Kansas City, MO 64128
