We are a 2025 United Way Nonprofit Catalyst Grantee!

July 16, 2025 (KANSAS CITY, Mo.) – United Way of Greater Kansas City with support from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation are honored to award another round of funding to small nonprofits in the Kansas City area to organizations led by or primarily serving...

Exciting Things Are Happening at Lee’s Summit CARES!

We’re gearing up for a powerful season of prevention, education, and community connection. Here are just a few of the impactful opportunities coming up: 🤝 Partnership to Prevent Risky Behavior – Fall Kick-Off Planning Meeting 📅 Wednesday, August 20th | 4:00PM 📍 634 SE...

Nominate a Champion of Character in Lee’s Summit!

Do you know someone in Lee’s Summit who consistently goes above and beyond to demonstrate strong character? Whether it’s a local business leading with integrity or an individual who models kindness, respect, and responsibility—we want to hear about them! Lee’s Summit...

The “I Can Relate” Podcast is LIVE!

Lee’s Summit CARES is proud to announce that all 11 episodes of the “I Can Relate” podcast are now available on all streaming services! “I Can Relate” features a group of Kansas City-based teens discussing youth mental health and other...

Mental Health Awareness Month Toolkit

Just because this year’s Mental Health Awareness Month in May has come to an end doesn’t mean the conversations around mental health have to end too. That is why Lee’s Summit CARES would like to highlight the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services...