By Dara Underwood
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HumanKind Ministries announces Dawn Shepler as new President and CEO Following an intense four-month search, the Board of Directors of HumanKind Ministries is pleased to announce Dawn Shepler as the next President and CEO of our organization. “We put a great deal of emphasis on finding a strong organizational leader with regional experience, […]
Plymouth Congregational Church “We rise by lifting others.” This powerful message by Robert Ingersoll, author, and lawyer, is a sentiment that resonates with Plymouth Congregational Church. Each year, they serve hundreds of Wichitans in need in our community through HumanKind–collecting items for Operation Holiday, serving meals in our shelters, and cleaning […]
By Halaina Woolsey
Operation Holiday is a staple in Ed and Jane Frederick’s lives. They’ve been longtime supporters of the holiday assistance program, and HumanKind for more than 15 years. It all started when Jane took on the volunteer role of volunteer coordinator for the organization in the early 2000s and has continued […]
Dasa and Nalini Gangadhar are some of our most dedicated volunteers. Dasa and Nalini’s relationship with HK began through volunteering—they have tirelessly given thousands of hours to serve the community. They say, “When we moved to Wichita, we thought homelessness was just a big city issue, we quickly learned that we had fellow […]
For the last 60 years, Goodwill Industries of Kansas has been an advocate and supporter for people with developmental disabilities, offering various programs including job training, life skills classes, and targeted case management. Not only does Goodwill advocate for people with disabilities but they also help those who are experiencing homelessness in our community, […]
Giving back to the community is an integral part of Lowe’s culture. Through charitable donations, volunteerism, and partnerships with nonprofits, Lowe’s is dedicated to making their community a better place for all. In Wichita, Lowe’s stores join forces to maximize their impact on the community—from refreshing flower beds at Century II to volunteering at […]
Raising children is no easy task, especially when you’re a single mom struggling with housing insecurities. Kelly, a single mom with two children, found herself without a home after leaving an abusive relationship. After spending more than 30 hours on a bus, Kelly and her children arrived in Wichita without a place to […]
Why do you volunteer at HumanKind? Longtime volunteer Kelsey Beckman, sums it up in 5 words, “I can make a difference.” For years, Kelsey has donated her time and resources to HumanKind and her simple acts of kindness have generated incredible outcomes for our clients. Kelsey first got involved with HumanKind when […]
Collaboration. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, at HumanKind—one of four core values it is a critical piece of our success. We know that organizations that join forces are capable of anything. Collaboration is also at the heart of ICT Food Rescue–a local agency that rescues surplus food from restaurants, grocers, […]
Who is your hero? At HumanKind, we work with hundreds every year. They dedicate hours upon hours to help our clients get through some of the most challenging times of their lives. They give hope to those in the community who often feel hopeless. Our heroes are volunteers like Linda Doll. Linda’s love […]
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been serving the greater Wichita community and our vulnerable neighbors for many years. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, the church has congregations throughout the United States, including one in Wichita. The Wichita church’s, nearly 10,000 members devote themselves to serving one another and their community–HumanKind and […]
Maryon Habtemariam has dedicated her service to HumanKind for many years as a former member on our Board of Directors and a current volunteer. Maryon works as a nurse and nursing instructor for Wichita State and has been volunteering to help people in need for years. She spends the coldest months of the year giving […]
