by Emilia Shoup | Sep 25, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Newsletter, Support Us, Volunteer
Pat Smith was reading the last newsletter when she was inspired by the opportunity for a hygiene drive. Instead of asking for donations from those in her community, she hosted a brunch. Pat invited 13 friends to her home and enjoyed time together while they each... 
by Emilia Shoup | Sep 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Newsletter, Outpace Poverty
#RunServeLift The Outpace Poverty 5K Run/Walk is an annual event, this year held on September 30th at Avila University. People of all ages come together to run or walk with the common goal of fighting poverty in our community. Participants can sign up individually or... 
by Emilia Shoup | Sep 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, New Post, Newsletter, Pantry
July brought some wonderful news for the south Kansas City Serve&Lift Center food pantry. The J.E and L.E. Mabee Foundation, well known for supporting capital projects that benefit communities throughout Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas,... 
by Emilia Shoup | Sep 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Employment Services, Newsletter
Mother Teresa’s work came from a deeply held belief about the way God sees the world, and how He wants it to be. Certainly, when living in the grip of poverty, people can feel like they are invisible, hopeless, and even worthless….. and saints like Mother Teresa are... 
by Emilia Shoup | Sep 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Newsletter
It’s been said that parenting is the hardest job you will ever love. There are all the joys of hugs and seeing the world through a child’s wondrous eyes. There are also all the challenges and worries – for physical health, mental development that will lead to academic... 
by Emilia Shoup | Aug 6, 2023 | Current Newsletter, New Post, Newsletter, Stories, Welcome Center
Nora awakens to a bead of sweat running down her face. She arose to the spring heat wave, and her air conditioner is off as it is too costly to operate. This past month has been rough. Incidental expenses have cropped up, including a $55 flat tire that also caused her...