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KMBC 9 Cares for Kids is initiating an annual back-to-school drive to support local foster children in Kansas City. The drive aims to provide necessary school supplies and outfits for over 17,000 children in foster care. The events will occur every Monday in July at local coffee shops, encouraging community support through donations. Highlights include a coffee giveaway event at The Roasterie Cafe, reinforcing the spirit of giving. This initiative seeks to ensure foster children can start the school year with the essentials they need for success.
Kansas City— KMBC 9 Cares for Kids is launching an annual back-to-school drive aimed at supporting local foster children in the Kansas City area, where more than 17,000 children are currently in foster care. The initiative, in collaboration with KVC Health Systems, is set to take place every Monday throughout July from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at various coffee shops across the metro area.
The primary goal of this event is to ensure that foster children are well-equipped with school supplies as they prepare for the upcoming school year. Funds raised through this drive will go towards purchasing new backpacks filled with essential school supplies, as well as providing shopping trips for children to select a new outfit for their first day of school. These back-to-school items are critical for creating a conducive learning environment and enhancing the confidence of foster children as they transition into a new academic year.
Individuals interested in contributing can make donations of any amount. Notably, a donation of $9 will supply personal care items for a child, while a more substantial contribution of $50 will allow a child to choose a brand-new outfit for school. By encouraging local residents to participate in this fundraising effort, KMBC 9 Cares for Kids hopes to make a significant impact on the lives of these young individuals.
One of the highlighted events will occur on July 14 at The Roasterie Cafe at Brookside, located at 6223 Brookside Blvd., Kansas City, Mo. During this coffee giveaway, all recipients will be encouraged to ‘pay it forward’ by donating to KVC Health Systems, reinforcing the community spirit and support for local foster children.
The need for back-to-school supplies is particularly pressing, as it offers more than just educational tools; it plays a vital role in developing a sense of normalcy and self-esteem among foster children. Experiencing the same opportunities as their peers can significantly affect their social integration and emotional well-being. Furthermore, engaging in these initiatives provides a way for the community to show support and compassion toward those in need.
This drive is part of a broader mission to address the challenges faced by foster children, with narratives around advocacy and action being central to the overarching conversation surrounding child welfare. Over the years, community involvement has proven essential in ensuring that foster children receive the same opportunities as those who are not in the system. Events like the annual back-to-school drive not only help meet tangible needs but also raise awareness about the circumstances affecting thousands of children in the Kansas City area.
The coffee giveaways will continue to take place every Monday in July, encouraging local coffee enthusiasts and supporters to join the cause. Those who cannot attend the events can still make a difference through online donations or by spreading the word among their networks.
By participating in this initiative, community members are contributing not only towards school supplies but also to the overall mission of supporting foster children as they navigate their educational journey. With everyone’s help, KMBC 9 Cares for Kids and KVC Health Systems aim to make this back-to-school season a positive experience for the foster children of Kansas City.
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- KCTV5: Foster homes desperately needed for 12 cats dumped in Kansas City
- Wikipedia: Foster Care
- KCTV5: Kansas-based foster care system expanding in Wyandotte County
- Google Search: Kansas Foster Care System
- KSHB: Jackson County CASA calls for help as more kids go through foster care system
- Google Scholar: Foster Care Kansas City
- Kansas City Star: Local news article on foster care
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Foster Care
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