Mattie Rhodes Center

Mattie Rhodes Center MRC is a community development organization dedicated to individual and family well-being by addressing the social determinants of health.

Mission
Mattie Rhodes Center enriches the lives of individuals, families and communities in a respectful, multicultural environment. Vision
We envision a vibrant community where individuals and families are healthy, safe and have the resources to thrive.

Looking for a little costume inspiration for Arte y Alma? We got you! Think pearls, metallics, velvet, feathers, shimmer...
05/30/2026

Looking for a little costume inspiration for Arte y Alma? We got you!

Think pearls, metallics, velvet, feathers, shimmer, bold colors, dramatic masks, artistic details, and anything that makes you feel amazing. Whether your vibe is elegant, edgy, glamorous, playful, or somewhere in between — this is your chance to have fun with it.

Arte y Alma is all about creativity, expression, and showing up as your most authentic self. There’s no “right” way to do masquerade. Go big, keep it simple, DIY it, thrift it, borrow it… just come ready for a magical night. 🖤

Saving these looks for inspiration? Tag your gala crew below!

Leave your mark with our Deja Tu Huella art exhibition and join us for community centered event celebrating Chicano art....
05/26/2026

Leave your mark with our Deja Tu Huella art exhibition and join us for community centered event celebrating Chicano art. 🎨✊🏽

🎤 Open Mic Night
Thursday, May 28 | 7PM–10PM
Mattie Rhodes Cultural Center | 1701 Jarboe St, Kansas City, Missouri 64108

A bilingual poetry open mic hosted by Poetry Program and Poetic Underground. Bring your voice, your stories, and your creativity for a night of powerful expression and community.

Mark your calendars! Our 11th annual Pachanga festival is returning next month!When: June 5thTime: 6pm - 10pmWhere: 1701...
05/24/2026

Mark your calendars! Our 11th annual Pachanga festival is returning next month!

When: June 5th
Time: 6pm - 10pm
Where: 1701 Jarboe St, KCMO, 64108

Come explore our Cultural Center while celebrating art and culture with us. Our Chicano exhibit will be up on display, art activities and other community vendors can be found in our parking lot, merch vendors will be in the triangle park across from our building, food vendors will be right in front of our sidewalk, and of course food trucks and lowriders will be parked along 17th St.

We’ll also have live music, a performance by , and music spun by and .

You don’t wanna miss out on this one! Especially if you didn’t get a chance to make it to our May First Friday opening 🫣 ask your friends about it

Tomorrow on Thursday May 21st, we are having our featured artist Cruz Martinez host a workshop on how to make a tattoo f...
05/20/2026

Tomorrow on Thursday May 21st, we are having our featured artist Cruz Martinez host a workshop on how to make a tattoo flash design. He will be walking his class through step by step on how to create a traditional tattoo design using watercolor paper, black India ink, and watercolor. You’ll notice some examples on the flyer.

Come hang out with us and create some cool designs with other local artists. Proceeds go back to the Mattie Rhodes Cultural Center to keep hosting more workshops and portions also go to our local artist Cruz Martinez.

Sign up with link below!
http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CruzFlashWorkshop

For more information, please reach out to Charlie at [email protected]

We are so honored to share that, last week, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver presented Mattie Rhodes with $1,031,000 ...
05/15/2026

We are so honored to share that, last week, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver presented Mattie Rhodes with $1,031,000 in Community Project Funding to expand our community-based violence intervention and prevention efforts across Kansas City.

This investment will strengthen our violence interruption programming, youth engagement, and culturally responsive outreach; work that is rooted in building trust, reducing violence, and supporting long-term community health.

For more than 130 years, Mattie Rhodes has stood alongside families across Kansas City, responding to community needs and working to create safety, stability, and opportunity. We’re grateful for this support and the continued partnership to invest in stronger, safer neighborhoods for all.

✨ New Program Alert ✨Our Public Health team is excited to introduce an upcoming 8-week Wellness Program designed to supp...
05/15/2026

✨ New Program Alert ✨

Our Public Health team is excited to introduce an upcoming 8-week Wellness Program designed to support your journey to a healthier, more balanced lifestyle 💪🧘‍♀️🥗

We’re currently looking for women ages 20–40 to join us! This program will focus on:
• Movement
• Mindfulness
• Nutrition

Ready to invest in YOU? 💖

📞 For more information or to sign up, connect with one of our Community Health Coordinators at (816) 581-5647

Stay tuned—more details coming soon! 👀

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✨ ¡Nuevo Programa! ✨

Nuestro equipo de Salud Pública está emocionado de presentar un próximo Programa de Bienestar de 8 semanas diseñado para apoyar tu camino hacia un estilo de vida más saludable y equilibrado 💪🧘‍♀️🥗

¡Actualmente estamos buscando mujeres entre las edades de 20 a 40 años para unirse! Este programa se enfocará en:
• Movimiento
• Atención plena (mindfulness)
• Nutrición

¿Lista para invertir en TI? 💖

📞 Para más información o para inscribirte, comunícate con una de nuestras Coordinadoras de Salud Comunitaria al (816) 581-5647

Mantente pendiente—¡más detalles muy pronto! 👀

Know the Facts 🦠Stay informed and protect yourself by learning more about Hantavirus. Swipe through to understand what i...
05/15/2026

Know the Facts 🦠

Stay informed and protect yourself by learning more about Hantavirus. Swipe through to understand what it is, common symptoms, how it spreads, and where to find trusted information.

Stay safe, stay informed, and stay up to date!

Yesterday, members of the Mattie Rhodes team traveled to Jefferson City during the final week of legislative session to ...
05/14/2026

Yesterday, members of the Mattie Rhodes team traveled to Jefferson City during the final week of legislative session to connect with state leaders and advocate for the communities we serve.
A special thank you to State Representative Wick Thomas for helping make our visit meaningful and impactful. We also appreciated the opportunity to connect with State Senators Patty Lewis, Maggie Nurrenbern and Barbara Washington, as well as State Representative Pattie Mansur.

We are grateful for these conversations and for the continued partnership as we work to strengthen our communities, elevate local needs, and identify opportunities to better align state resources with the people and families we serve.

05/14/2026

Arte y Alma is almost here! ✨

Join Gala Chair, Angelica DeSimio, for an unforgettable evening at Arte y Alma on June 13th at the Grand Hall at Power and Light() . 🎉Get your tickets before they’re gone!

Can’t attend but still want to support? 💛 Consider donating a silent auction item—reach out to Natalie Gonzales at [email protected].

We’re also excited to partner with to get you to and from your car in style 🚲✨

Don’t miss a night of art, culture, and community with Mattie Rhodes Center!

🎨✨ Ready to leave your mark?Join featured artist of Chicano: Deja Tu Huella, Cruz Martinez, for an exclusive Flash Tatto...
05/12/2026

🎨✨ Ready to leave your mark?

Join featured artist of Chicano: Deja Tu Huella, Cruz Martinez, for an exclusive Flash Tattoo Workshop! Learn his step-by-step process and create your own original design 🔥✍️

🗓️ Thursday, May 21st
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Mattie Rhodes Cultural Center
1701 Jarboe St, Kansas City, MO

💲 Just $10 to register
🔗 Sign up by scanning the QR code, clicking the link in our bio, or registering here: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/CruzFlashWorkshop

Spots are limited—don’t miss your chance to learn from the artist himself and bring your ideas to life 💥🖤

Address

148 N. Topping Avenue
Kansas City, MO
64123

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18162413780

Website

http://mattierhodes.org/

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