Kansas City Connection

08/08/2026

Boni Lewis, owner of AIMwell Yoga • Kansas City Yoga Studio , has a true passion for elevating the lives and overall wellness of the next generation. 🧘🏽‍♀️🩵 🖤 🫶⚡️

Mindfulness practices are an important part of what we do and yoga is one of the ways we create space for our youth to slow down, reset, and reconnect.

We are beyond grateful for your impact this summer, Boni, and excited for all that’s still to come! 🙏🏽

Be sure to support AimWell Yoga and the work they’re doing to pour into youth and families throughout the community.

HEALTH IS WEALTH. 🩵🖤🫶⚡️

08/08/2026

Thank you, Lee A. Tolbert Community Academy, for the invitation to attend your Back-to-School Family Day! 🙏🏽

It’s the little things that matter. Showing up is half the battle when it comes to building trust and meaningful relationships within a community. 🤝🏽

Grateful for the opportunity to share more about the HeLeads™️ Workshops for elementary boys. All basketballs were given out and the interest sheet is full. 🤝⚡️🙏

08/07/2026

WE OVER ME. 🤝⚡️

The final HeLeads workshop of the summer centered on one powerful theme: Teamwork.

We were short a few volunteers, but everyone stepped up, came together, and made it happen. Thats what it’s all about!

A huge thank you to Grammy Award-winning producer Joe Macklin and Coach of the Year Steve Dulley for taking time out of their busy schedules to pour into the next generation. Your leadership and encouragement made a lasting impact. Joseph Edward Macklin

DJ Aimee - thank you for keeping the energy high all summer long on the 1’s and 2’s! 🎧🔥

Bonnie—thank you for leading the mindfulness sessions that helped set the tone for success each week. We appreciate your heart and dedication. AIMwell Yoga • Kansas City Yoga Studio

Ruby Jean's Juicery the best just and nutrition package in the country that smoke turkey wrap is something health + SPECIAL! 🔥 🧡💚

Deep Rooted Clothing Company thank you for keeping us fresh 🔥⚡️

And to the incredible Operation Breakthrough staff and youth thank you for continuing to be the difference. We appreciate your partnership and can’t wait to see you all again soon.

08/04/2026

With sincere gratitude, we thank these outstanding brothers for taking time out of their busy schedules to pour into the youth through the HeLeads Workshop Empowerment Panel’s with nonprofit partners Operation Breakthrough and Upper Room KC.

• Dan Smith – Co-Founder, The Porter House KC
• Ish Shumate – Manager of Community Impact, Kansas City Chiefs
• Davin Gordon – Executive Director of Fund Development, Sam Rodgers Health Health KC
• Tony Temple – Founder, TempleMade Fitness
• Chris Goode – Owner, Ruby Jean's Juicery
• Brandon Calloway – Founder, KC G.I.F.T
• Isaac Collins – Owner, Fifth & Emery KC - Frozen Yogurt. Chocolate. Caramel Apples
• Joe Blaque – Grammy Award-Winning Producer & Owner, DISTRKCT KC 🎶
• Steve Dulley – Coach Lincoln Prep Academy & Founder, B1G Basketball Club

Thank you for your leadership, wisdom, and commitment to empowering the next generation. Your willingness to share your experiences and invest in our young people is greatly appreciated.

07/24/2026

Retro vibes. Kansas City crafted. HeLeads tee ⚡️🔥

Proud to support local small businesses through Deeprooted1 swag and to continue investing in the next generation of leaders.

As we wrap up the final HeLead with TeamWork session of the summer next Friday (7/31), we’re excited to spend time with the incredible youth at Operation Breakthrough. Their energy, potential, and determination continue to inspire us.

No need to replicate services Building community, creating opportunity, and growing together right here in Kansas City. 💛🖤

07/23/2026

Additional balls secured for our friends at City of Champions🏆⭕️ basketball camp this weekend. Huge thanks to the team at Dick’s Sporting Goods for the quick turnaround. SMALL ACTS OF SERVICE MATTERS. GOOD GENUINE ENERGY ALWAYS PREVAILS. 🤝🙏

Be sure tap into Winners Circle Weekend Events here:
https://www.winnerscirclekc.com/event-list

07/23/2026

The boys’ workshop session ended, and the Upper Room KC girls watched patiently at the entrance. 😊 💖 🩵🖤

Patient. Ready. Waiting for their moment.

We are grateful that Coach Addison (former Tulsa Division I player overseas pro former collegiate coach at Ottawa University) stepped in and gave them a chance! 🌻

The energy was real. The focus was locked in.

Could this be the start of SheLeads Workshops?

Girls definitely rule the world. 👑🏾🏀 🌻

👕 Deep Rooted Clothing Company we need to make a special t-shirt order for the ladies. Their color coordination is already the real deal 💖🩵 🩵🖤🌻

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07/21/2026

07/21/2026

Showing up. Adding value. Strengthening the organizations already doing incredible work in our community. 🩵 🖤

We closed out the summer sessions strong with UpperRoom KC and Garrison Community Center! ⚡️

A huge thank you to Isaac Collins, owner of , for stopping by and pouring into the youth. Your time, wisdom, and presence made an impact.

Shoutout to Ms. Debonie from for leading a mindfulness and core power warm-up that was truly next level. The youth loved it—and let’s just say some of the adult volunteers are still feeling it! 😂💪

To all the volunteers and staff at UpperRoom KC and Garrison Community Center, thank you for your commitment, energy, and service. We appreciate everything you do to create opportunities and positive experiences for our young people.

Let’s keep building, collaborating, and creating impact together. ⚡️🙏

07/18/2026

One of one. .kc Weekend 🏆

Providing access to quality experiences for people from all walks of life—especially KC youth.

We’re encouraging everyone to join these FREE camps designed to inspire, connect, and empower young people to dream bigger and reach higher.

🏀 Basketball Camp Featuring:
• Ish Wainright (Former Phoenix Suns, New Orleans Pelicans & Toronto Raptors Pro Overseas Player)
• Tyon Grant-Foster (Grand Canyon & Gonzaga University standout, Spurs Summer League)
• Tamar Bates (Utah Jazz)

🏈 Football Camp Featuring:
• Charles Harris (Detroit Lions / former Miami Dolphins & Atlanta Falcons)
• Carlos Davis (NFL Defensive Tackle, former Pittsburgh Steelers)
• Michael Tinsley (Former NFL Wide Receiver)
• Khalil Davis (NFL Defensive Tackle, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers & Houston Texans)

Spread the word get your kids signed up 🙏⚡️