Operation Breakthrough

Operation Breakthrough Operation Breakthrough grew out of St. In addition to running the school, the Sisters opened a childcare center in their living room for mothers.
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Operation Breakthrough provides education, health, and family support services to 700+ Kansas City children — from infants to teens — helping every child reach their full potential. The mission of Operation Breakthrough is to provide a safe, loving and educational environment for children in poverty and to empower their families through advocacy, emergency aid, and education. Vincent’s Catholic el

ementary school in Kansas City’s urban core, where the Center’s co-founding nuns, Sister Corita Bussanmas and Sister Berta Sailer, had come to work in the late 1960s. When the diocese closed the school and withdrew funding for daycare in 1971, the nuns obtained Model Cities funding and incorporated as Operation Breakthrough, Inc., a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit. Today, Operation Breakthrough serves over 720 of Kansas City’s children and their families in the urban core through a full range of social services every weekday. The resiliency of our children and families is an inspiration. For the past three years, more than 90% of our 5-year-olds have tested as “ready for kindergarten” - nationally, fewer than 50% of children in poverty enter kindergarten ready to learn! Our families are more engaged than ever, attending parenting classes, support groups and adult therapy, working on high school graduation, and meeting with advocates to set goals. Services for children include nationally-accredited early learning programs, including a MakerSpace, STEM Lab, and Outdoor Classroom; nutritious meals; on-site medical care in a clinic operated by Children’s Mercy Hospital; on-site dental care; therapy and psychiatric treatment for children facing issues of family violence, abuse, or trauma; speech and occupational therapy for those with developmental delays; violence prevention education; pre-literacy and literacy programs; tutoring and mentoring; and a wide array of before/after-school and summer enrichment activities for school-aged children. To help strengthen the children’s families, Operation Breakthrough offers emergency aid (including full food pantry, clothing, diapers, furniture and household goods); housing and utility assistance; supportive housing for parents in recovery; crisis counseling and clinical case management; on-site mental health care and peer support groups.

05/28/2026
One chapter down, kindergarten next. 🎓Congratulations to our preschool graduates!
05/28/2026

One chapter down, kindergarten next. 🎓

Congratulations to our preschool graduates!

Bridging generations one educational game at a time! 🎲
05/26/2026

Bridging generations one educational game at a time! 🎲

Our 4th grade girls had such a great time at the Girls on the Run Serving Greater Kansas City 5K! 🏃‍♀️ Thank you to all ...
05/20/2026

Our 4th grade girls had such a great time at the Girls on the Run Serving Greater Kansas City 5K! 🏃‍♀️ Thank you to all of the amazing volunteers who came out to be running buddies and cheer our girls on every step of the way. 🩷

🎂 Happy 61st Birthday, National Head Start AssociationSixty-one years ago, a bold idea took root: every child, no matter...
05/18/2026

🎂 Happy 61st Birthday, National Head Start Association

Sixty-one years ago, a bold idea took root: every child, no matter their zip code or family income, deserves a strong start in life. What began as an 8-week summer program in 1965 has since served more than 38 million children and counting.

Today, Head Start programs across all 50 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories continue that promise every single day — offering early education, health screenings, nutritious meals, and deep family support.

Join us in celebrating this milestone and learn how Head Start continues to change lives: https://go.nhsa.org/61

Excited to officially share the HeLeads Workshop Series schedule for Summer 2026!HeLeads Workshop, established by Kansas...
05/15/2026

Excited to officially share the HeLeads Workshop Series schedule for Summer 2026!

HeLeads Workshop, established by Kansas City Connection, is a free basketball initiative that uses the power of sport to help elementary school boys build leadership skills, teamwork, and emotional intelligence.

Each workshop includes a basketball clinic, mindfulness session ( +Wellness and AIMWell Yoga), empowerment panel + activity, and nutrition to go.

We’re also excited to offer free skill development workouts this year with Coach Steve Dulley B1GSkillDevelopment on June 10th and July 8th, providing OBT boys access to quality basketball training.

Middle school and high school students interested in leadership opportunities are encouraged to get involved through ambassador roles as well.

Thank you to all of the amazing partners helping make this experience possible. We can’t wait to see everyone in the gym this summer! ☀️

The OB Tigers flag football team had an amazing time at Media Day! Our young athletes got a behind-the-scenes look into ...
05/14/2026

The OB Tigers flag football team had an amazing time at Media Day! Our young athletes got a behind-the-scenes look into the world of sports media through team and individual photos, plus interviews that introduced them to the many roles that help make the game possible. 🏈

Thank you to for creating this professional experience that gave our kids the chance to step into the world of sports and media. We’re excited for everything ahead for the Tigers!

We’re hiring passionate facilitators and industry professionals to help shape the next generation of skilled leaders thr...
05/12/2026

We’re hiring passionate facilitators and industry professionals to help shape the next generation of skilled leaders through hands-on learning at Operation Breakthrough’s Ignition Lab!

Now hiring:
⚡ Automotive Technician & Program Facilitator
⚡ Woodworking/Fabrication Facilitator
⚡ Construction Facilitator

If you’re driven to make an impact through skilled trades and youth mentorship, we’d love to hear from you!

🔗Apply: https://operationbreakthrough.org/about/career-opportunities

Bubbles, beats, and big smiles! Watching creativity and connection grow through music therapy is pure magic. 🫧
05/07/2026

Bubbles, beats, and big smiles! Watching creativity and connection grow through music therapy is pure magic. 🫧

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3039 Troost Avenue
Kansas City, MO
64109

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm

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+18167563511

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