Leavenworth County Human Service Council

06/18/2025

Yesterday, over 30 individuals representing 18 organizations gathered for the June meeting of the Leavenworth County Human Service Council!

We’re proud to be part of a network that collaborates, educates, and advocates for those in need across our community. This month, we heard from Parents As Teachers and Infant Toddler Services who shared how they support families during the earliest stages of life. We also spotlighted Landon’s Legacy an organization honoring lives gone too soon by offering support to students at Leavenworth High School. It’s powerful to see so many agencies come together with one mission — to serve.

📸 Check out photos from the meeting and flyers from our featured organizations below.

05/27/2025

Each year, the Leavenworth County Human Service Council recognizes those who exemplify compassion, service, and dedication to others — and this year’s recipients truly embody the spirit of humanitarianism:

🏅 Student Award: PJ Wells
🏅 Individual Award: Ryan Markle
🏅 Organizational Award: Leavenworth County Veterans Treatment Court Mentoring Program

With 37 guests in attendance, we gathered to celebrate these incredible individuals and their impact on our community. To read a beautiful article written by Peggy Stevinson Bair with The Leavenworth Times visit: https://www.leavenworthtimes.com/service-council-bestows-annual-community-awards/

The Leavenworth County Human Service Council is a network of 38 organizations and 84 members committed to our mission:
"We collaborate, educate, and advocate, serving those in need in Leavenworth County."

Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to serve our neighbors with compassion and purpose.



📷 credit: Micah Bray

05/12/2025

Just a reminder, the May 20, 2025 Leavenworth County Human Service Council meeting is reserved for the Spirit of Humanitarianism Luncheon. In order to have enough food, RSVP's are required for anyone attending. Email [email protected] by May 14 to RSVP. We're excited to celebrate our winners of the Spirit of the Humanitarianism Award!

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04/15/2025

Today’s meeting featured an inspiring presentation from NEK-CAP, highlighting their new opportunity through the Bezos Foundation’s Day One Families Fund. This five-year grant allows them to build services from the ground up, develop impactful processes, and partner with key stakeholders to decrease homelessness among families and children in our community. Huge congratulations to NEK-CAP on this transformational funding!

We also held voting for the Spirit of Humanitarianism Award — a special honor recognizing individuals who go above and beyond in serving our community. 🏆 Winners will be announced soon, with a celebration luncheon at our May meeting. Stay tuned!

📣 Community Announcements:
— United Way of Leavenworth County, KS and EFSP Board will host a meeting on May 14 at 11:30 a.m. to discuss the reduction of food services in Leavenworth.
— The Leavenworth County's Veterans Treatment Court Foundation invites you to learn about the Friends & Family Support Network on May 15 at 5:30 p.m. at The Local Hotel. Contact Linda Huggins at [email protected] for more info.
— Monarch Formals, a new nonprofit located at 419 Delaware St., ensures access to formalwear for all, regardless of financial barriers.
— Grocery Getters sadly announced they’ll be closing due to rising insurance costs.
— Council on Aging’s Books on Wheels program is seeking donations of recent magazines (within 2 years), yarn, and 1-yard cuts of cotton fabric for their senior services.

Thank you to all who continue to serve and care for our neighbors in Leavenworth County. 💛 Let’s keep building a stronger, more connected community—together.

04/04/2025

As a reminder, nominations for the Leavenworth County Human Service Council's Spirit of Humanitarianism Award are due by Monday, April 7. Email [email protected] with your nomination form or any questions.

Our next monthly meeting is Tuesday, April 15 at 1:00 p.m. at The Guidance Center!

02/17/2025

Due to the extreme weather conditions, tomorrow’s Human Service Council meeting will be canceled. We will see you all in March!

02/12/2025

February 2025 Free Community Meals 💞

01/22/2025

A great first meeting of the year!

Presenters: Jamie, Director with Community Corrections and Andrea, CIT Co-Responder with the Leavenworth PD.

Upcoming Events:
👜 United Way’s Purses for a Purpose
🍫 Women's Community Y’s Annual Chocolate Event

Next meeting: February 18 at 1:00pm

01/11/2025

The EFSP Local Board is excited to announce that applications for Phase 42 of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) grant are now available! Leavenworth County has been awarded $19,836 to support local nonprofits in providing essential services such as emergency food, shelter, and utility assistance to those in need.

EFSP is a federal program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that supports nonprofits and public agencies in their efforts to serve individuals and families experiencing financial crises. This funding is a vital resource for our community, enabling us to continue our shared mission of helping those in need. Applications are due by January 31, 2025.

If you have any questions about the application process, eligibility requirements, or to get a copy of the application, email Myranda Agnew, current Local Board Chair, at [email protected].

Together, we can ensure that these funds make a meaningful impact in our community.

10/31/2024

We still have 244 unclaimed bell ringing hours left for this season.

If you, your group, family, or friends would like to help us raise funds this season, please visit registertoring.com to sign up!

85% of these funds are used directly in the community and help us serve those in need beyond Christmas.

10/31/2024

The Salvation Army - Leavenworth, KS has opened up two additional days to sign up for Christmas support. If you have kiddos between the ages of 0-15, read the details below and visit them November 1 or 4 from 12:00-4:00 p.m.! 🎁