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This 4th of July, we celebrate freedom—including the freedom that comes when our community transforms lives together. 🇺🇸
For 100+ years, Kansas City has been home to stories of hope and redemption.
Today we honor everyone who serves alongside us, helping write the most powerful stories of transformation our city has ever seen.
Together, we`re pointing our city toward hope. There`s room for transformation in every single story. 🎆
#IndependenceDay #KansasCity #CityUnionMission #Hope #Transformation
🏠✨ TRANSFORMATION COMPLETE! ✨🏠
From closed doors to open hearts - this incredible room makeover is proof of what happens when our amazing donors step up!
To our incredible donors: You didn`t just renovate a room - you created a sanctuary of hope. Every person who rests their head here will feel the love and care you poured into this space.
There`s something powerful about walking into a room that`s been transformed with intention and love.
Our guests deserve dignity, comfort, and beauty in their lives - and YOU made that possible! 🙌
Welcome, friends. We have space for you. ❤️
#CityUnionMission #DonorImpact #Transformation #Hope #Hospitality #Community #NewBeginnings #Blessed
Making a Difference Beyond Our Walls
We`re incredibly proud of Philip Garvin, our Clinical Director, who recently led a powerful seminar at the Citygate Network Homeless Conference on "Protecting Agency Staff from the Dangers of Vicarious Trauma."
Philip shared his expertise with rescue mission leaders from across the nation, helping them better support their teams who daily serve those facing trauma and crisis.
💭 "It was a wonderful privilege to represent the Mission and become a blessing for other rescue ministries by sharing what I have learned about attending to the needs and vulnerabilities of staff who work with traumatized persons. I am very fulfilled by having the opportunity to work at such a great agency as ours."
When we invest in caring for those who care for others, the ripple effect reaches far beyond our community.
Thank you, Philip, for being a leader who lifts up not just our mission, but missions everywhere! 🙌
#CityUnionMission #TraumaCare #Leadership #RescueMissions #CaringForCaregivers #CommunityImpact #CitygateConference
Did you know July is National Anti-Boredom Month? 🤔
While summer makes it tempting to stay cool and take it easy, we`re inviting you to fill these warm weeks with something that transforms both your summer AND someone`s life.
At City Union Mission, we don`t just need volunteers, we need partners ready to serve alongside us. Whether you`re serving meals, or praying for someone, you`ll discover that serving others has a way of filling your own cup too.
We are always looking for people who want to meet our neighbors in need of hope exactly where they are and walk alongside them.
Visit our website to learn about our volunteer opportunities!
#AntiBoredomMonth #VolunteerKC #CityUnionMission #Transformation #Hop
What happens when Survivor winner Danni Boatwright steps into the kitchen with Chef Dempsy at City Union Mission?
A whole lot of heart... and some serious flavor.
Every meal we serve here at the Mission is made with care, compassion, and purpose—because food is more than nourishment. It’s dignity. It’s hope. It’s a step toward healing.
We couldn’t do this without the faithful support of volunteers and generous donors like you.
Thank you for helping us feed both body and soul.
#CityUnionMission #HopeInEveryMeal #FeedTheHungry #MissionMoments #KCCommunity #VolunteerKC
A Personal Need. A Powerful Impact.
One of the most requested—and often least donated—items at the Mission is new underwear (all sizes for men and women, in unopened packaging).
It’s something many of us take for granted. But for those we serve, a fresh pair of undergarments can bring not just comfort, but a sense of dignity, confidence, and care.
If you feel moved to help, we would be deeply grateful.
Thank you for being a community that sees and responds with love.
#CityUnionMission #HopeInAction #KansasCityCares
☀️ Summer Is Coming—and We`re Getting Ready ☀️
As the temperatures rise, so does the risk for our neighbors experiencing homelessness. At City Union Mission, we’re preparing to offer critical relief during the hot summer months—and we need your help.
We’re stocking up on:
- Lightweight clothing (T-shirts, shorts, hats)
- Unopened underwear (all adult sizes)
- Sunscreen, deodorant & hygiene kits
- Bottled water & refillable water bottles
Every item shared is a message of care, dignity, and hope.
If you`re looking for ways to help, you can find our full list of urgent summer needs on our website or send us a message and we can get them to you.
Together, we can be a refuge from the heat—for both the body and the soul. 💛
#CityUnionMission #SummerOfCompassion #HopeInTheHeat #MeetTheNeed #KansasCityCares
Just over a year ago, Jenna Garvin joined City Union Mission as a Career Specialist where she brought her passion for coaching and empowering others into the heart of our Christian Life Program.
During her time in this role, she walked alongside men in our long-term recovery program by helping them to prepare to re-enter the workforce with confidence, dignity and renewed purpose.
We`re thrilled to celebrate Jenna`s new role as Vocational Development Supervisor, where she now leads the entire Vocational Development team.
"I`m passionate about being an agent of change in others` lives and spurring them to grow,"
Jenna, thank you for being a light at the Mission. The work you to plants seeds of hope and we are grateful for your dedication.
#CityUnionMission #StaffHighlight #MissionDriven
🌿 "Let us not grow weary in doing good..." – Galatians 6:9 🌿
To those who keep showing up.
Who serve, give, and love—year after year.
Who quietly meet needs, pray faithfully, and believe in transformation...
This verse is for you.
At City Union Mission, we’ve seen how your steady hands and open heart have sown seeds of hope. And while the fruit may not always come right away, it does come. Lives are being changed—because you didn’t give up.
Thank you for staying the course. Your faithful service is making an eternal difference.
#CityUnionMission #Galatians69 #FaithfulInService #VolunteerWithPurpose #DoNotGrowWeary
This week, we’re lifting up our city in prayer. 🕊️
With every challenge we face—violence, division, hardship—we believe in the power of prayer to bring hope and healing. The Word reminds us:
“If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray… then I will hear from heaven… and heal their land.” – 2 Chronicles 7:14
Let’s come together and ask God to heal our city.
Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus—serving, loving, and standing in the gap.
🙏 Will you pray with us today?
#CityUnionMission #PrayForOurCity #HealingStartsHere #FaithInAction #HopeForKC #WeeklyPrayer #HandsAndFeetOfJesus #2Chronicles714
🇺🇸 On June 14th, we celebrated Flag Day and the U.S. Army`s 250th birthday at our L. Minor care center with hearts full of gratitude.
We transformed our front garden into a peaceful sanctuary for rest and reflection.
We`re deeply honored to serve the veterans in our community, with veterans both on our staff and among our guests. Our healing-centered approach goes beyond traditional care—every interaction affirms dignity, builds connection, and nurtures hope.
For the vulnerable veterans and community members who walk through our doors, we strive to be a place of genuine hospitality, safety, and renewal.
To our veterans: thank you for your service. You deserve spaces that honor your journey and support your healing. We`re here for you. 💙
#VeteranCare #HealingCentered #Community #FlagDay #Army250 #Hospitality #TraumaInformed #Veterans #Dignity #Hope
🎭✨ We told you our team’s talents go far beyond the walls of the Mission!
From creativity behind the scenes to ballet on stage—our very own Executive Creative Director, Leanna Uniak, is proving that compassion isn’t her only superpower.
Take a look at these graceful moves! 🩰💫
We’re proud to have such multi-talented, big-hearted people pouring their gifts into the work we do every day.
#CityUnionMission #MoreThanAMission #TalentedTeam #CreativeWithPurpose #HeartAndGrace #MissionInMotion
