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abbysmith39
- Nov 24, 2021
- 2 min
THINK ‘SHEPHERD’S CENTER’ FOR HOLIDAY DONATIONS
Giving Tuesday starts the holiday giving season for us at KC Shepherd’s Center. It’s always a crucial time of the year for nonprofits:...
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abbysmith39
- Aug 12, 2021
- 3 min
Why Your Individual Donation Keeps Nonprofits Running
You’ve heard the old phrase countless times: “A little goes a long way.” That aphorism has never been truer than for nonprofits, who rely...
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abbysmith39
- Jun 15, 2021
- 6 min
Shepherd's Spotlight: A few fathers who've made a difference
As Father’s Day approaches, we at KC Shepherd’s Center want to recognize fathers for how they’ve impacted their families, as well as...
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bobi2305
- May 28, 2021
- 2 min
Shepherd's Spotlight: Dedicated mother-daughter volunteer team
A family tradition of faithful service Kathy Smith’s family has been involved with the KC Shepherd’s Center since it was founded in 1972...
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KC Shepherd's Center
- Feb 19, 2021
- 6 min
For older adults in Kansas City, getting the COVID-19 vaccine is riddled with digital obstacles
One of the primary ways to schedule a COVID-19 vaccination appointment exists online. But older adults are more likely to lack access to...
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KC Shepherd's Center
- Feb 5, 2021
- 4 min
Even Though Doses Are Low, Older People In Kansas City Are Getting Help Finding Vaccinations
After Missouri opened vaccine eligibility to seniors and high-risk individuals over two weeks ago, local organizations have battled...
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KC Shepherd's Center
- Jan 20, 2021
- 1 min
Janet Baker of KC Shepherd’s Center: Creating a World Where Older Adults Age Well
On this episode of Banking on KC, Janet Baker, Executive Director of KC Shepherd’s Center, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss the ways...
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KC Shepherd's Center
- Jan 4, 2021
- 2 min
KCMO's Meals on Wheels sees dramatic spike in need
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — At 10:30 a.m. every Thursday, Greg Davis hops in his car and drives up and down Troost Avenue from 55th Street to 75th...
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