OVM, Inc.

05/28/2026

What a great program offered by the Church Ladies and Topeka Correctional Facility ⛹🏾‍♀️

For more than 25 years, a hodgepodge group of Christian women have looked at the Topeka Correctional Facility as part of their mission field.For -8- weeks, t...

05/26/2026

We usually just toss these mailings in the recycling bin, because we're not going to spend your generous donations on a plaque that hardly anyone will see. But we realized maybe we should tell you about them and offer some thanks. These awards are based on Google reviews. So thank YOU for taking the time to give us that positive feedback! Furthermore, we frequently have the pleasure to interact personally with staff from almost all of the other organizations on this Top 10 list and can verify that they are all bighearted, dedicated professionals. Newton is blessed with many nonprofits whose only goals are for the betterment of people our community. Good on YOU, colleagues! Goodwill Industries International Legion Newton Agape Resource Center Heart to Heart Child Advocacy Center Peace Connections Central Kansas Community Foundation EmberHope KAWS Kansas Alliance for Wetlands and Streams

05/19/2026

05/19/2026

Some of the best things in Newton don't make a lot of noise.

The Care Closet at Newton Public Library, in partnership with Health Ministries Clinic, Inc., is one of them. Tucked into the library's coffee area, it's a simple concept - essential hygiene items, available to anyone, no questions asked. Every donation that comes through the door is a neighbor saying "I've got you" to someone they may never meet. That's not charity. That's just how this community operates.

If you have new hygiene items to spare, drop them by the library's coffee area during regular library hours.

Take what you need. Donate if you're able. This is what Newton does.

05/15/2026

Executive Director | OVM, Inc. | Newton, Kansas

OVM, Inc. is seeking a mission‑driven, collaborative, and strategic Executive Director to lead the organization through its next chapter of growth and impact. This leader will provide overall strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and community partners to advance OVM’s mission in restorative justice and community healing.

Status: Full‑time, salaried
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Reports to: Board of Directors
Location: Newton, Kansas

Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree in restorative justice, conflict resolution, social work, psychology, or criminal justice preferred
● Experience in organizational management and supervision of staff
● Sound professional judgment and decision-making skills
● Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, public speaking experience preferred
● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
● Strong interpersonal skills
● Commitment to restorative justice

For the full position description, visit ovmks.org/employment-opportunities
Submit questions or cover letter and resume to [email protected]

OVM, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, s*x, gender, marital status, s*xual orientation or identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected status, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

04/22/2026

Many staff from local organizations including ours were impacted by Conrad Thulani Moore through Damascus Road and Roots of Justice trainings. We continue to honor his memory and appreciate this article from Anabaptist World.

Thulani Conrad Lewis Moore, 71, a longtime antiracism educator and organizer who played key roles in the Damascus Road and Roots of Justice training programs, died Feb. 17. He lived in Tucker, Ga., with his wife and young daughter.

04/16/2026

Elena Jugovic, OVM's practicum student, did a phenomenal job yesterday in the C Henry Smith Peace Speech contest at Bethel College, North Newton, KS

Great work, Elena! You're a rockstar and we've been so thankful to have your help at OVM this semester!

See the comments to read more about what Elena has been studying.

04/02/2026

Sign up for United Way of Harvey and Marion Counties Serve Day!
Offer a few morning hours of hands-on community service. This year we're rolling up our sleeves for a wide variety of cleaning, tidying, and building projects, both indoor and outdoor.

Arrive at the United Way office (204 W. 6th in Newton) at 8:00 AM April 18 for a light breakfast, then get matched to a project group. We'll wrap up at noon with a complimentary lunch, which will be a great chance to connect with fellow volunteers and celebrate the morning's work!

Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty, closed-toe shoes, and sun protection (just in case). We'll provide all tools and supplies.

https://www.volunteerunitedharvey.com/need/detail/?need_id=1239272

03/31/2026

This sounds so fun! If you're going to be around this weekend, go check it out!
Prairie View Caring Hands Humane Society Thirsty Dog

02/10/2026

𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞'𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐭𝐬

In the spirit of Saint Valentine, join us Thursday evening at the Mennonite Central Committee - MCC workroom in North Newton to share love with inmates at Hutchinson Correctional Facility. Pack kits, design a note for each kit, enjoy snacks and hear stories from the impact of previous kits.

All ages are welcome to pack prisoner care kits. These kits contain a few basic hygiene products: socks, soap and toothpaste, which will show love to inmates on the indigent list at Hutchinson Correctional Facility.

MCC has purchased the materials in bulk to reduce costs, but monetary donations are welcome to help cover the cost (each kit ended up costing about $5).

Thursday, February 12
6:00-8:00 p.m.
MCC Central States
121 E. 30th Street
North Newton, KS 67117

(MCC Photo from a story by Laura Pauls-Thomas: https://mcc.org/our-stories/prison-care-kits-restoring-hope-dignity-and-mental-health)

01/17/2026

We mailed Christmas cards to all of the inmates on our pen pal list (current matches and waitlist). If you ever wrote a card or note at one of our events, here's proof that it means something to the recipient. If you'd like to make an impact like this, stay tuned for an event coming up next month as we partner with Mennonite Central Committee - MCC Central States!

"I’d like to say thank you for the heartfelt card; 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐲. You are all so wonderful. God loves all of us. We are the body of Christ the Church and I hope and pray that everyone’s Christmas was a blessed one full of God’s grace and love. As we get ready to start a new year take the time to give God all the glory due to his name because he’s so worthy of all our praise and worship now and forever. 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐈 𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮. Thank you so much again.
Your friend & Brother in Christ our Lord, Antonio"