Kansas City Back-To-School Good Deeds

Again, we never have time for nice news but just for Sunday we take a quick moment to share some of the more inspiring stories we've seen recently . . . 

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400 backpacks, school supplies given to Kansas City families for new school year

Back-to-school costs can add up fast, but families in Kansas City's Ivanhoe neighborhood got some much-needed help. The Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council handed out 400 free backpacks packed with supplies.


Former Kansas City radio host searches for kidney donor with help from TikTok influencer

Former Kansas City-area radio personality and Kansas pastor Steven Mills is searching for a living kidney donor with help from TikTok influencer Josh Liljenquist.


Community Services League is building affordable homes and training new construction workers

The Community Services League is building affordable homes in Independence and part of that work is being done by those training to be in the next generation of construction workers.


Wiffle ball tournament honors 10-year-old Duke Ommert, supports foundation created in his memory

More than 20 teams took part in a weekend wiffle ball tournament supporting the Do Like Duke Foundation, created in memory of 10-year-old Duke Ommert.

Overland Park teen shares message of hope after diving accident leaves her paralyzed

An Overland Park teen was left paralyzed after injuring her spinal cord at swim practice.


Army veteran walks 22 miles in Independence to raise awareness about veteran suicide

Army veteran Chase Stanley walked 22 miles in Independence on Saturday to raise awareness about veteran suicide and support The Battle Within.


Maccabi Games builds Jewish community, pride in Kansas City

The last time the Maccabi Games were held in Kansas City was 1997.


'We want to give back': More than 400 Kansas City University students take a day to volunteer around the metro

Kansas City University Students are starting off the new school year strong by performing acts of service.


A traumatic brain injury ended her career as a Kansas City cop. Now, she's a para-athletic champion

Kate Hwang loved being a Kansas City Police officer, but her life changed when she and her partner were attacked by seven men while writing a parking ticket


'You aren't going alone:' Kansas City church distributes free school supplies

St. Stephen Baptist Church is helping local students kick off the new school year on the right foot.

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