Della Lamb Community Services

Della Lamb Community Services Together we can make a kinder Kansas City. We are here to build a kinder Kansas City. Join us.

At Della Lamb, we focus on empowering individuals and families to meet the challenges of education, employment and achieving self-sufficiency in our ever-changing world. Della Lamb Community Services was founded in 1897 as a Methodist Mission to provide child care for poor, working mothers. Today, we continue to provide early education, but we have also expanded our outreach to youth services, emergency & social services, and refugee resettlement.

Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we recognize the millions of people affected by crises around the world and those who ...
08/20/2026

Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we recognize the millions of people affected by crises around the world and those who step forward to help.

For Della Lamb, some of those stories eventually arrive right here in Kansas City, as refugees and immigrants begin rebuilding their lives and finding a place to belong.

But the belief that every person deserves dignity, opportunity and care extends throughout everything we do. We see it in a child getting a strong start through early education, a young person finding a safe place to belong, a family accessing mental health support, and a newcomer building a new life after displacement.

And this September, we're taking that belief on the road.

We'll carry that same spirit with us during the Walk for Welcome, traveling more than 300 miles across Missouri to bring people together around what it means to welcome, support and care for our neighbors.

On World Humanitarian Day, we're grateful for those who show up in moments of incredible need, and we are reminded that each of us has a role to play in building communities where people are cared for, valued and welcomed.

Learn more about the Walk for Welcome at dellalamb.org/walk

It’s back-to-school season! Over next few weeks, we get to welcome many new faces. And while transitions can be hard, it...
08/14/2026

It’s back-to-school season! Over next few weeks, we get to welcome many new faces. And while transitions can be hard, it’s special to be one of the first steps in building a love of learning. 🍎📓

What is your little learner most excited for this school year?

Today at our all-staff Professional Development Day, we had the privilege of recognizing five incredible team members fo...
08/07/2026

Today at our all-staff Professional Development Day, we had the privilege of recognizing five incredible team members for 20+ years of service to Della Lamb Community Services.

Together, they represent decades of caring for children, investing in youth, supporting families, keeping our spaces welcoming, solving problems behind the scenes, and serving our community with unwavering kindness.

Some have been part of the Della Lamb family for well over 20 years. All have left an immeasurable mark on our organization and the thousands of lives they’ve touched along the way.

Thank you for your faithfulness, your compassion, and the joy you bring to this work every day. Your legacy is woven into the story of Della Lamb, and we are so grateful to celebrate you today. ❤️

Behind every number is a neighbor finding support.In July, our Refugee & Immigrant Services team provided 869 services t...
08/06/2026

Behind every number is a neighbor finding support.

In July, our Refugee & Immigrant Services team provided 869 services to 239 individuals and families across 11 programs. From stocking shelves for our Nutrition Education & Food Pantry classes to providing case management, workforce development, community outreach and more, every service helps create greater stability and opportunity for those we serve.

Thank you to our staff, volunteers, and supporters who make this work possible every day.

A huge thank you to our friends at Blue Valley Church for serving at Della Lamb!The team cleaned up resource and storage...
08/04/2026

A huge thank you to our friends at Blue Valley Church for serving at Della Lamb!

The team cleaned up resource and storage rooms, cleared an incredible amount of overgrowth around our campus (especially near the playground - goodbye mosquitos!), filled dozens of yard waste bags, and packed weekend snack bags for our Early Education families.

One of our favorite parts of the day was seeing multiple generations serving together. The kids worked so hard, and it was a great reminder that serving others has no age requirement.

Thank you for investing your time, energy, and hearts into our dream of kinder a kinder Kansas City. We are so grateful for your partnership!

Summer at Della Lamb is in full swing!Field Day kicked off one of our favorite traditions of the year - a summer filled ...
07/20/2026

Summer at Della Lamb is in full swing!

Field Day kicked off one of our favorite traditions of the year - a summer filled with fun, exploration, and a little extra magic.

From Water Fridays and bounce houses to yoga, music, and hands-on activities, our classrooms are packed with opportunities for children to learn, play, and make memories all summer long.

Because childhood should be filled with joy, discovery, and plenty of reasons to laugh. Here's a look back at the day that started it all. 💙

Ready to see what Della Lamb is all about?Join us for a VolunTOUR and get an inside look at our mission, meet our team, ...
07/17/2026

Ready to see what Della Lamb is all about?

Join us for a VolunTOUR and get an inside look at our mission, meet our team, and see the impact happening every day across our programs for children, families, immigrants, and refugees.

Whether you're looking for a one-time opportunity, a regular way to give back, or you're simply curious about how your unique skills and passions could make a difference, we'd love to meet you.

Come explore, ask questions, and discover where you fit.

Upcoming dates & times: 7/23 4pm-4:45pm, 7/27 12:00pm-12:45pm, 8/6 4:00pm-4:45pm, and 8/17 12:00pm-12:45pm

Sign up here: https://www.dellalamb.org/volunteerlogin

What kind of Missouri are we becoming?This September, Walk for Welcome will journey more than 300 miles across our state...
07/11/2026

What kind of Missouri are we becoming?

This September, Walk for Welcome will journey more than 300 miles across our state, inviting churches, businesses, neighborhoods, and communities to practice hospitality, welcome the sojourner, and build connections that last long after the walk is over.

If you've been wondering how you can help, this is your invitation.

Join our free webinar to discover how you, your church, or your community can become part of the journey.

🗓 Wednesday, July 15th | 11:30am-12:00pm
💻 Register: https://bit.ly/WalkWebinar

And if you have friends, family, or church connections along the Rock Island or Katy Trail, please share this post. Every community has a role to play.

We're walking more than 300 miles from Kansas City to St. Louis.Along the way, we'll visit communities across Missouri t...
07/09/2026

We're walking more than 300 miles from Kansas City to St. Louis.

Along the way, we'll visit communities across Missouri to share stories, build connections, and inspire a more welcoming future for refugees, immigrants, and every neighbor who calls our state home.

Whether you walk with us, volunteer, attend an event, or simply follow the journey, there's a place for you in this movement.

Learn more and find your place at dellalamb.org/walk.

Behind every child is someone carrying the weight of care, comfort, sacrifice, and love. 💙At Della Lamb, we know motherh...
05/10/2026

Behind every child is someone carrying the weight of care, comfort, sacrifice, and love. 💙

At Della Lamb, we know motherhood and caregiving can look very different from family to family and culture to culture. Many of the families we walk alongside are navigating parenthood far from the support systems and loved ones they once had. Others come from cultures where caring for children is deeply shared among extended family and community.

This Friday, we loved getting to celebrate the moms and caregivers in our Early Education Center with donuts before drop off.

Today, we’re especially grateful for the mothers and caregivers in our community, the grandmothers helping raise children, the foster moms opening their homes, the aunts and older sisters stepping in to help carry the load, and the moms on our own staff who spend their days caring for children and families while also caring for their own at home.

To every person showing up for children with love and sacrifice each day, thank you.

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Della Lamb. 🌷

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500 Woodland Avenue
Kansas City, MO
64106

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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+18168428040

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