Parkhill Headstart

Founded in 1897, Della Lamb Community Services is a nonprofit organization that provides child care and related services for low-income families. It organizes education, athletic, recreational and cultural activities, as well as offers drug and violence preventative programs for children and youths of ages 5 to 18. The organization has a sports ministry that provides cheerleading, tutoring and summer camping programs. Additionally, it offers early education, transportation and emergency services. The organization also distributes a variety of groceries, including meat, vegetables and fruits, and starch and personal care items. In addition, it supplies deodorant, toothpaste, toilet paper, and laundry, bath and dishwashing soaps. The organization operates an adult education, social services, distribution and transportation centers, as well as a thrift store and elementary charter school. It is a member of the Heart of America United Way. Della Lamb Community Services is located in Kansas City, Mo.

Our Mission Bartlett Center will be a place for people of all ages to engage in positive and inspiring experiences that provide opportunities for family and personal growth.

ECKAN, based in Ottawa, KS, has been serving East Central Kansas since 1966. As a member of the Community Action Network, ECKAN focuses on fighting poverty by providing a range of essential services to low-income individuals and families in the region. The organization offers programs such as weatherization to improve energy efficiency, housing vouchers for rental assistance, Head Start programs for young children, food assistance initiatives, and case management services to promote self-sufficiency. ECKAN's commitment to collaboration, education, empathy, integrity, and respect underscores its mission to support the stability and health of those in need. With a network of community partners and dedicated staff, ECKAN strives to uplift individuals and families out of poverty by offering hope, resources, and connections. Through intentional actions and personalized assistance, ECKAN works tirelessly to make a positive impact on the lives of those it serves. Generated from the website content