Since 1924, we’ve offered hope to men, women and children struggling with huge challenges. Homelessness. Addiction. Poverty.
We start by extending a welcoming hand and helping to meet their immediate needs – food, shelter, clothing.
From there, we offer them a new foundation for their lives through Christ – and life-changing programs that move them toward physical, emotional and spiritual wholeness.
Needs met. Lives transformed.
It’s only possible because of your support!
Celebrate Hope 102 Years of Impact A Future of Transformation
For over a century, City Union Mission has been a Christian charity dedicated to providing hope, meals, and shelter in Kansas City. Today, the need is greater than ever. Together, we can bring dignity and Christ-centered care to families, children, and individuals who have nowhere else to turn.
This season, join us in raising $6.5 million to expand homeless resources—safe shelter, nourishing meals, recovery programs, andpathways to lasting transformation.
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Awareness Coffee
Join City Union Mission for an Awareness Coffee to hear stories of hope, meet our team, and see how the Mission serves Kansas City neighbors through Christ-centered care. You’ll leave with a gift from us and clearer picture of our programs and practical ways to get involved.
Make a Difference Now
Your generosity will help meet people’s immediate needs… and support them as they transform their lives through God’s love.
How Your Support Makes a Difference
This past year, your gifts blessed the lives of those we serve in extraordinary ways! Thanks to you, thousands of men, women and children found help & hope here:
More Ways to Take Action
Current Needs
Here are the food items & daily essentials we need most.
Donate a Car
Give someone dignity and independence on their road to a better life.
Employment Opportunities
Consider a career with a purpose!
Mission Christmas
Help thousands of income-qualified families and individuals enjoy the holidays.
Every gift to City Union Mission is an opportunity to make a difference, and responsible stewardship helps ensure those resources are used to bring hope to those who need it most.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we`re highlighting Dylan from the Finance Department, who shares how the Mission works to ensure the resources entrusted to them are used responsibly to support their mission of serving Kansas City`s most vulnerable neighbors.
Watch today`s video to hear how Dylan helps make every resource count!
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Every role makes a difference. Every detail matters. Every guest deserves care.
At City Union Mission, our team works together to create an environment where guests feel safe, supported, and cared for.
Our Peer Support Specialists help oversee the daily environment of our centers and look after the well-being of every guest. They help ensure access to essential needs like shelter, meals, hygiene, and other important supports.
Our Transportation and Donations Manager makes sure essential items are available and get where they are needed most. From coordinating donations and managing inventory to overseeing staff and transportation resources, this role helps keep our guests supplied with the necessities they need.
Behind every service we provide are dedicated team members working together to make a difference.
That`s what celebrating hope looks like in action!
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The stories we share help show the real difference support can make in the lives of our Kansas City neighbors.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re celebrating with Leanna and hearing how sharing these stories helps donors and our community see the impact they make possible.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Leanna and how storytelling helps bring the Mission’s work to life.
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Supporting and investing in staff helps make compassionate, consistent care possible for our Kansas City neighbors.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re celebrating with Lauren and hearing how supporting the people who serve at City Union Mission helps strengthen the care provided every day.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Lauren and how investing in staff helps support the Mission’s work in our community.
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Being ready to respond when needs change or unexpected challenges arise is an important part of serving our community well.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re celebrating with Mike and hearing how his team helps make sure City Union Mission is prepared to keep serving our Kansas City neighbors no matter what comes their way.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Mike and how the Operations team helps keep the Mission moving forward.
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A heartfelt thank-you to the independent living residents at The Reserve at Mission for thinking of City Union Mission!
Over several weeks, you collected coats, gloves, and other much-needed items to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness. This week, you delivered an incredible donation of two barrels filled with these thoughtful gifts.
We especially enjoyed the opportunity to visit with you and hear about the care and generosity behind this effort.
It’s people like you who remind us what community is all about. Thank you for caring, giving, and helping bring hope to our Kansas City neighbors! ❤️
Shannon Bukaty https://www.facebook.com/TheReserveatMission
Partnerships with local churches help City Union Mission extend its reach and bring hope to even more people in our community.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re celebrating with Timothy and hearing how church partnerships help support the Mission and the Kansas City neighbors we serve.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Timothy and the impact these partnerships make throughout our community.
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Volunteers play an important role in helping City Union Mission serve our Kansas City neighbors each day.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re celebrating with Elizabeth and hearing how volunteers make a difference in the daily work of the Mission and in the lives of the people we serve.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Elizabeth and the impact volunteers make every day.
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Generosity can make a lasting difference in the lives of our Kansas City neighbors.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re celebrating with Doug and hearing how he helps donors see the impact their generosity makes in people’s lives.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Doug and how giving helps support the mission of City Union Mission.
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Hope grows when the right people come together to serve our community.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re celebrating with Lauren and hearing how her work helps bring the right people together to serve our Kansas City neighbors.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Lauren and how she helps support the mission of City Union Mission.
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Every dollar has a purpose.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, Gary shares how careful financial stewardship helps City Union Mission make the most of every dollar entrusted to its care.
That responsibility helps the Mission continue serving people in need while creating lasting impact throughout our community.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Gary.
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Hope doesn’t stop when someone graduates from a City Union Mission program.
As we continue our 102 Days of Celebration, we’re hearing from Bob about how the Mission helps graduates keep moving forward including support with transportation and the next steps toward long-term independence.
Watch today’s video to hear more from Bob and see how City Union Mission continues walking alongside graduates beyond the program.
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