Mission Christmas: Restoring Joy, Dignity & Hope in Kansas City
As Christmas approaches, City Union Mission becomes a place where the spirit of hope shines especially bright for Kansas City neighbors facing homelessness. Mission Christmas, part of our Celebrate Hope Campaign, is about much more than giving gifts. It’s about restoring dignity, offering encouragement, and assuring families they’re not facing their challenges alone.
This year, the need remains, and stories of transformation are even more inspiring.
Last year, the Kansas City community came together to make a real difference
Nearly 600 individuals received gifts
Over 1000 Christmas gifts were distributed
Children and teens experienced the joy of Christmas through programs designed to honor their dignity and lift their spirits
A Story of Redemption: Kyle & His Family
When Kyle Bowers and his wife visited the Mission Christmas store, their smiles reflected more than holiday cheer; they spoke of a journey from hardship to hope. Just a year earlier, they arrived at our Family Center, feeling broken and overwhelmed. Their children were in foster care, and they were searching for more than shelter; they needed a fresh start.
Over six months at the Family Center, things began to turn around:
- They experienced genuine care and support.
- They found stability and a sense of community.
- They secured safe housing.
- Now, they’re preparing to reunite with all four of their children.
Kyle and his wife now attend church weekly and spend time in the Bible several times a week. Their journey is a living example of hope in action at the Mission.
This Christmas, the Mission Christmas store meant more than choosing gifts. It was a celebration of their progress, surrounded by a caring community.
Ways to Get Involved
Your generosity keeps these vital programs going.
Your compassion turns stories like Kyle’s into reality.
Your support helps restore dignity and joy to families across Kansas City.
This Christmas, you can help even more families step into hope.
Join us. Give today. Spread Joy. Restore dignity. Celebrate Hope.
You can make a difference in the lives of families like Kyle’s. Your gift provides meals, shelter, Christmas gifts, and the support they need to rebuild their lives.