Westside Housing Organization

07/13/2026

We are honored to announce that Westside Housing Organization has received a $25,000 grant from Wells Fargo to support our mission of providing affordable housing and strengthening communities in Kansas City.
This investment helps us continue our mission of building robust sustainable communities and creating and maintaining affordable and healthy places where diverse people want to live, work and play. Partnerships like this allow us to expand our impact and invest in the long-term success of the individuals, families, and seniors we serve.
We are grateful to Wells Fargo for believing in our mission and for investing in stronger, more resilient neighborhoods. Together, we are building a brighter future for our community.
Thank you to Wells Fargo for your partnership and continued commitment to making a difference.
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06/14/2026

⚠️ Community Alert: Power Outages Following Severe Storms ⚠️

If you are experiencing a power outage following these strong storms, please report it directly to Evergy so crews can respond as quickly as possible.

📱 Report online: If you have internet access on your phone, visit Evergy’s outage reporting website:
https://www.evergy.com/report-outage

📞 Kansas City Metro Area Outage Reporting Number:
1-888-LIGHT-KC (1-888-544-4852)

⚡ Safety Reminder:
• Stay away from all downed power lines – always assume they are energized.
• Keep yourself, children, and pets at least 30 feet away from downed lines.
• If you see a downed power line creating an immediate hazard, call 911 first, then notify Evergy.
• Use flashlights instead of candles whenever possible to reduce fire risk.

Please check on your neighbors, especially seniors and those who may need additional assistance during this time.

Stay safe, Kansas City! 💙

Power outages are rapidly increasing across the Kansas City area, with more than 58,500 customers without electricity as severe storms move through the region.

MORE: http://www.kmbc.com/article/kansas-city-tornado-watch-june-13-2026/71578751

05/21/2026

Join us for our Generational Wealth Series during NeighborWorks Americaa Week 2026 in partnership with Guadalupe Centers, Inc.!
We’ll be hosting Youth and Parent Financial Empowerment Workshops focused on building healthy financial habits, investing in the future, and creating long-term stability for families in our community on May 26–27, 2026 from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM at the Guadalupe Centers Youth Recreation Center.
Dinner, raffles, and giveaways will be provided. We’d love to see you there!

05/19/2026

🏡 Need home repairs?
You may qualify for assistance with things like roofing, plumbing, HVAC, and more!
📍Serving Westside, Northeast, and selecting Kansas City zip codes
✅ Check if you qualify today
📞 816-421-8048 ext. 101

Don’t wait, apply today! (Hablamos español)

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from Westside Housing ❤️ To our residents and community who fill our neighborhoods with love, strength, and heart. Thank you for being part of our Westside family. 🫶🏽🏠

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¡Feliz Día de San Valentín! 💖
A nuestros residentes y a nuestra comunidad, que llenan nuestros vecindarios de amor, fortaleza y corazón. Gracias por ser parte de nuestra familia de Westside. 🫶🏽🏠

01/26/2026

🚨 ACTUALIZACIÓN IMPORTANTE – BASURA Y RECICLAJE 🚨

Debido a las temperaturas extremadamente frías, el servicio de basura y reciclaje ha sido modificado esta semana:

🛑 Lunes 26 de enero:
❌ NO habrá recolección de basura ni reciclaje.

🔄 Recolecciones de martes a viernes:
➡️ Se retrasarán un (1) día cada una.

📅 Sábado 31 de enero:
✅ Se permiten bolsas adicionales para compensar la cancelación de la semana pasada.

Por favor, no saque su basura el lunes y ajuste su horario conforme a este aviso.

🚨Trash Update: As freezing temperatures continue, trash and recycling collection on Monday, 1/26 is canceled.
Collection will resume on a one-day delay starting on Tuesday, 1/27. Saturday 1/31 is allowed extra bags to make up for last week’s cancellation.
Updates: kcmo.gov/snow

01/24/2026

🧣❄️ Prevent Hypothermia. Stay Safe in Cold Weather ❄️🧤

As temperatures drop, hypothermia can become a serious and life-threatening risk. Please take a moment to protect yourself, your family, and your neighbors.

Know the signs of hypothermia:
• Uncontrollable shivering
• Slurred speech or confusion
• Drowsiness or extreme fatigue
• Cold, pale, or bluish skin

How to stay safe:
✔️ Dress in layers, including a hat, gloves, and warm socks
✔️ Keep your home heated safely. Never use ovens or grills for warmth
✔️ Stay dry; wet clothing increases heat loss
✔️ Limit time outdoors in extreme cold
✔️ Check on elderly neighbors, children, and anyone living alone

⚠️ If someone shows signs of hypothermia, seek medical help immediately.
Early action can save lives.

Let’s take care of one another and stay warm. 💙
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01/24/2026

❄️ Frigid Cold Weather Precautions ❄️
With dangerously cold temperatures for the next several days, please take a few simple steps to stay safe and protect your home:

🏠 Inside Your Home
• Keep heat set to at least 65°F, even if you’re away.
• Open cabinet doors under sinks to let warm air reach pipes.
• Let faucets drip slightly to prevent pipes from freezing.
• Use space heaters safely, keep them away from anything flammable and never leave them unattended.

🚰 Pipes & Water
• Know where your main water shut-off valve is located.
• If a pipe freezes or bursts, immediately shut main water valve off.

🧥 Personal Safety
• Limit time outdoors; dress in layers, hats, gloves, and warm footwear.
• Check on elderly neighbors, children, and anyone with health concerns.
• Bring pets indoors, no one should be left out in these temperatures.

⚡ Power & Emergencies
• Keep phones charged and flashlights handy.
• If you lose heat or power, seek a warming center or safe alternative location.

Please stay warm, stay safe, and look out for one another. 💙

01/19/2026

In a world that often measures success by money and possessions, Dr. King reminds us that service to humanity is the greatest measure of all.

Today, as we honor Martin Luther King Jr., we recommit ourselves to leading with compassion, and love for our community.

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our office will be closed today and will reopen tomorrow for normal business hours.