KC Oasis will once again be a sponsor of the Annual SASS MO-KAN Remembrance Walk- The walk was started to help unite others who have experienced a loss of a loved one by a tragic death. Its purpose is to unite survivors and let them know they are not alone. *By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
Location: UMKC Royall Hall 111 800 E 52nd St, Kansas City, MO 64110 Musical guests: Alan White and John Bara (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063660422694) Community moment: Kyle DeRodes Featured speaker: Annelissa Taylor Annelissa Taylor is a voter outreach and engagement specialist who has been working in elections in the KCMO area for three years. Her responsibilities include but are not limited to: providing up-to-date election information to voters via outreach initiatives and social media, creating voter education materials for Missouri voters, and facilitating voter engagement initiatives and networking with various organizations across the Kansas City, Missouri area. *By participating in this event, you...
MASKS ARE REQUIRED. *Note: It’s okay if you can’t get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are “People are more important than beliefs,” “human hands solve human problems,” and “meaning comes from making a difference.” In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry to help feed and clothe those in need. Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people every Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. They help anyone, regardless of race, gender, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or any other trait. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food, offer...
Musical guest: Max Berry (http://www.maxberrymusic.com/) Community moment: Roger Pick Featured speaker: Dionna Williams, "The Role of Harvesters' Nutrition Services in the Community" A Kansas City native, Dionna became passionate about health and nutrition as a high school senior. As she got older and became exposed to more experiences and opportunities, that passion evolved into a focus on reducing health disparities within neglected communities and chronic disease prevention. As a part of the Harvesters Nutrition Services Team, Dionna's work involves working with network partners to increase client access to nutritious foods, further contributing to her personal mission in life. *By participating...
MASKS ARE REQUIRED. *Note: It’s okay if you can’t get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are “People are more important than beliefs,” “human hands solve human problems,” and “meaning comes from making a difference.” In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry to help feed and clothe those in need. Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people every Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. They help anyone, regardless of race, gender, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or any other trait. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food, offer...
We will be sorting and repacking food at the Harvesters warehouse. Closed toed shoes and long pants are required. Children 8 years of age and older are welcome to participate. Additional information: The Volunteer Engagement Center is a vital part of Harvesters’ mission to feed hungry people today and work to end hunger tomorrow. In this area, volunteers sort and repack food, which assists Harvesters in feeding more than 141,500 people each month. Volunteer tasks are assigned based on product availability and project prioritization. Opportunities include: Sorting and boxing nonperishable food Packing fresh produce Sorting and boxing bread Repacking ready-to-eat...
In person and on Zoom and Facebook Live. Zoom link: https://bit.ly/KCOasis Musical guest: TBA Community moment: Jenevieve Nelson Featured speaker: Stacey Davis, "Nature Is for Everyone!" Some people think you have to travel far from the city to enjoy nature, but nature can be found close to everyone. Whether in the city or suburbs, wildlife and native plants thrive in KC. Explore the Missouri Department of Conservation areas in the metro, learn how we team up with partners to bring nature close to home and hear some of the amazing success stories of the Missouri Department of Conservation. Presentation will include...
MASKS ARE REQUIRED. *Note: It’s okay if you can’t get there until 5:15-5:30. At Kansas City Oasis our values are “People are more important than beliefs,” “human hands solve human problems,” and “meaning comes from making a difference.” In that spirit, we partner with Micah Ministry to help feed and clothe those in need. Micah Ministry serves hundreds of people every Monday evening from 5:15-7:15. They help anyone, regardless of race, gender, religious (or nonreligious) affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or any other trait. Come join us in helping our less fortunate neighbors. Volunteers will greet the guests, serve food, offer...
Join fellow Oasians for a happy hour! Food is also available at their farm-to-table restaurant, The Chive.
Musical guest: Kelsey Farnow Community moment: David Ready Featured speaker: Erin Huerta, "KVC Missouri: Helping Missouri Children & Families" Erin Huerta has been with KVC Missouri since May 2022 as the Community Engagement Specialist. In this role, she helps to recruit and support foster families, cultivates relationships with outside organizations, and coordinates the Strong and Connected program serving families in Jackson County. Prior to this role, she was project coordinator and worked to create programs serving people experiencing homelessness in the Kansas City area. She also attends the University of Missouri-Kansas City in the Masters of Public Administration program. *By...
