2023 Love Fund in Review
In 2023, the Love Fund served 8,768 children through our programs and events. We set two new records: serving the unique, unmet needs of 627 children through our Life Essentials program and 1920 teens through our Sack it for Santa holiday gift program. We encourage you to view our 2023 Impact Report to learn more about this exciting year.
HOW WE HELPED KC KIDS
Continuing to honor the Love Fund’s mission, our core efforts focused on fulfilling the unmet needs of Kansas City children. Through our Life Essentials program, 176 children received a new twin bed; 74 infants and toddlers received essential baby items, including strollers, car seats, and health products; 41 children had their medical needs met; and nearly 433 children received new clothing. Thanks to your support, we were able to provide priceless gifts: mobility and safety for special needs children, a good night’s sleep, and confidence in wearing new clothing.
Through our School Supply Drive, 6,150 children received the supplies needed to return to school with dignity, ready to learn.
During the holiday season 1920 teens received gifts through the Sack it for Santa program. We also hosted 41 children at Banneker Elementary School in Kansas City, KS for a fun Thanksgiving celebration with dinner from Stroud’s and a visit from Santa. 30 children enjoyed shopping with superheroes to select clothing and toys at our December Shop With the Love Fund event.
What’s Ahead in 2024
We are grateful for the financial and volunteer commitment of our Love Fund supporters who made 2023 a great year for the Love Fund. We hope you will join us at our upcoming fundraising events:
35th Annual Golf Classic - May 6th at Lions Gate Golf Club
Family Fun Run - June 1st at Worlds of Fun
With your involvement, we can make an even bigger impact in 2024!
"The majority of our families are single heads of household and low income or under employed. Our school relies on the kindness and generosity of community partners for school supplies. The Love Fund is our biggest donor in fact we have received school supplies, uniforms, beds, bedding, bikes, and of course, Sack it for Santa gifts. The Love Fund’s impact on our teens and the school overall is phenomenal. For many of our students the impact of the organization is immeasurable." - Sonya Parks Lee A. Tolbert Academy
