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SUMMARY:Regional Youth Advisory Council (RYAC) on Education Options & Planning – Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, March 29\, join fellow youth ages 14-20 to learn about different learning styles\, what educational options are available to you and how to create education goals for yourself. We’ll be sharing information adapted from the Project LIFE curriculum. We’ll have free snacks and toiletries available\, too. (Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. We want to make sure we have options for everyone.) \nALL Kansas youth ages 14 to 20 who are currently experiencing or have experienced out of home placement (foster care) via KS DCF\, KDOC-JS or Tribal Authority are invited to participate. All case plan goals are welcome! \nI’ll be there! How do I RSVP?\nPlease note we now have RSVP deadlines the prior Friday for each RYAC meeting. Email Kimberly Duncan at kduncan@kvc.org by Friday\, March 24 to RSVP. \nWhen you RSVP please put in the subject line the date of RYAC you are wanting to attend. This helps us ensure we have an accurate count\, so we do not cancel an event due to low RSVP. \nExample subject line: “3/29/23 RYAC” \n\nWhat is RYAC?\nRegional Youth Advisory Councils (RYAC) provide youth an opportunity to meet new friends\, learn new life skills and visit with other peers in foster care. It provides the opportunity to become a Kansas Youth Advisory Council (KYAC) member if they so choose. Prize drawings occur on occasion. \nMeetings educate youth on a variety of independent living topics to help them learn & understand life skills to gain independence and self-sufficiency as they transition to becoming successful adults. Topics for RYAC include: substance abuse\, ACT & college prep\, money management\, employment & career planning\, locating housing\, navigating car ownership\, self-care\, health care\, as well as many more!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/regional-youth-advisory-council-ryac-on-education-options-planning-kansas-city/
LOCATION:Antioch Public Library\, 8700 Shawnee Mission Pkwy\, Merriam\, KS\, 66202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20230302T223219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T003632Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Youth Advisory Council (RYAC) on Education Options & Planning – Emporia
DESCRIPTION:scschoolOn Wednesday\, March 15\, join fellow youth ages 14-20 to learn about different learning styles\, what educational options are available to you and how to create education goals for yourself. We’ll be sharing information adapted from the Project LIFE curriculum. We’ll have free snacks and toiletries available\, too. (Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. We want to make sure we have options for everyone.) \nALL Kansas youth ages 14 to 20 who are currently experiencing or have experienced out of home placement (foster care) via KS DCF\, KDOC-JS or Tribal Authority are invited to participate. All case plan goals are welcome! \nI’ll be there! How do I RSVP?\nPlease note we now have RSVP deadlines the prior Friday for each RYAC meeting. Email Kimberly Duncan at kduncan@kvc.org by Friday\, March 10 to RSVP. \nWhen you RSVP please put in the subject line the date of RYAC you are wanting to attend. This helps us ensure we have an accurate count\, so we do not cancel an event due to low RSVP. \nExample subject line: “3/15/23 RYAC” \n\nWhat is RYAC?\nRegional Youth Advisory Councils (RYAC) provide youth an opportunity to meet new friends\, learn new life skills and visit with other peers in foster care. It provides the opportunity to become a Kansas Youth Advisory Council (KYAC) member if they so choose. Prize drawings occur on occasion. \nMeetings educate youth on a variety of independent living topics to help them learn & understand life skills to gain independence and self-sufficiency as they transition to becoming successful adults. Topics for RYAC include: substance abuse\, ACT & college prep\, money management\, employment & career planning\, locating housing\, navigating car ownership\, self-care\, health care\, as well as many more!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/regional-youth-advisory-council-ryac-on-education-options-planning-emporia/
LOCATION:TFI Emporia Office\, 618 Commercial Street\, Suite A\, Emporia\, KS\, 66801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20230302T222503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T003122Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Youth Advisory Council (RYAC) on Education Options & Planning – Wichita
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, March 8\, join fellow youth ages 14-20 to learn about different learning styles\, what educational options are available to you and how to create education goals for yourself. We’ll be sharing information adapted from the Project LIFE curriculum. We’ll have free snacks and toiletries available\, too. (Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. We want to make sure we have options for everyone.) \nALL Kansas youth ages 14 to 20 who are currently experiencing or have experienced out of home placement (foster care) via KS DCF\, KDOC-JS or Tribal Authority are invited to participate. All case plan goals are welcome! \nI’ll be there! How do I RSVP?\nPlease note we now have RSVP deadlines the prior Friday for each RYAC meeting. Email Kimberly Duncan at kduncan@kvc.org by Friday\, March 3 to RSVP. \nWhen you RSVP please put in the subject line the date of RYAC you are wanting to attend. This helps us ensure we have an accurate count\, so we do not cancel an event due to low RSVP. \nExample subject line: “3/8/23 RYAC” \n\nWhat is RYAC?\nRegional Youth Advisory Councils (RYAC) provide youth an opportunity to meet new friends\, learn new life skills and visit with other peers in foster care. It provides the opportunity to become a Kansas Youth Advisory Council (KYAC) member if they so choose. Prize drawings occur on occasion. \nMeetings educate youth on a variety of independent living topics to help them learn & understand life skills to gain independence and self-sufficiency as they transition to becoming successful adults. Topics for RYAC include: substance abuse\, ACT & college prep\, money management\, employment & career planning\, locating housing\, navigating car ownership\, self-care\, health care\, as well as many more!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/regional-youth-advisory-council-ryac-on-education-options-planning-wichita/
LOCATION:WSU John Bardo Center\, 1815 Innovation Blvd\, Wichita\, KS\, 67208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T183000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20230302T225814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T003911Z
UID:10001568-1677690000-1677695400@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Regional Youth Advisory Council (RYAC) on Education Options & Planning – Topeka
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, March 1\, join fellow youth ages 14-20 to learn about different learning styles\, what educational options are available to you and how to create education goals for yourself. We’ll be sharing information adapted from the Project LIFE curriculum. We’ll have free snacks and toiletries available\, too. (Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. We want to make sure we have options for everyone.) \nALL Kansas youth ages 14 to 20 who are currently experiencing or have experienced out of home placement (foster care) via KS DCF\, KDOC-JS or Tribal Authority are invited to participate. All case plan goals are welcome! \nI’ll be there! How do I RSVP?\nPlease note we now have RSVP deadlines the prior Friday for each RYAC meeting. Email Kimberly Duncan at kduncan@kvc.org by Friday\, February 27 to RSVP. \nWhen you RSVP please put in the subject line the date of RYAC you are wanting to attend. This helps us ensure we have an accurate count\, so we do not cancel an event due to low RSVP. \nExample subject line: “3/1/23 RYAC” \n\nWhat is RYAC?\nRegional Youth Advisory Councils (RYAC) provide youth an opportunity to meet new friends\, learn new life skills and visit with other peers in foster care. It provides the opportunity to become a Kansas Youth Advisory Council (KYAC) member if they so choose. Prize drawings occur on occasion. \nMeetings educate youth on a variety of independent living topics to help them learn & understand life skills to gain independence and self-sufficiency as they transition to becoming successful adults. Topics for RYAC include: substance abuse\, ACT & college prep\, money management\, employment & career planning\, locating housing\, navigating car ownership\, self-care\, health care\, as well as many more!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/regional-youth-advisory-council-ryac-on-education-options-planning-topeka/
LOCATION:TFI Topeka Office\, 217 E 4th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221002
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
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SUMMARY:2022 Resource Family Conference
DESCRIPTION:September 30 – October 1\, 2022\nWe’re excited to announce this year’s Resource Family Conference will be held in-person on September 30 and October 1\, 2022! This is a wonderful opportunity for Resource Families (which includes relatives and foster families) to come together for a fun weekend on us. We will be providing hotel rooms at the Double Tree Hotel in Overland Park for out-of-town caregivers (those who live more than 60 miles from the hotel)\, dinner on Friday night\, and Saturday at the Kansas City Zoo with lunch provided. \nWhile we typically use the RFC to provide helpful training\, this year we want to focus on support and appreciation because we can provide a wide range of CEU options virtually and in-person throughout the year to meet your training needs. \nAdditional details:\nFriday Night\n\nWe have rooms reserved at the Double Tree In Overland Park for out-of-town foster parents (those who live more than 60 miles from the hotel). These rooms are on a first-come\, first-serve basis. The hotel is offering a discounted rate if you’d like to stay an additional night: $129 for a double room and $119 for a king room (this additional night won’t be covered by KVC).\nDinner Friday night is at the Double Tree. ALL Resource Families are welcome to dinner (in-town and out-of-town).\nRegistration bags\, a give-away room\, community booths\, games and prizes will be available for attendees.\nNo childcare will be provided\, but this is a family-friendly dinner\n\nSaturday\n\nWe have complimentary tickets for your whole family to the Kansas City Zoo\nKVC will be providing lunch for your family from 11:30am to 2pm with a special guest appearance from a face painter for the kids!\nFamilies can come and go as they please from the zoo. Please check their website for hours\, location and rules.\nNo childcare will be provided.\n\n[gravityform id=”112″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/2022-resource-family-conference/
LOCATION:Double Tree Hotel – Overland Park\, 10100 College Blvd\,\, Overland Park\, 66210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220525
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20220328T185042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T170333Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Family Appreciation Picnics
DESCRIPTION:KVC would like to thank all of our wonderful resource families for the hard work you do every day! To show our appreciation\, please join us at a picnic near you. Registration is below. Bring the kids and come play with us as we thank you for all you do! \n \n[gravityform id=”100″ title=”true” description=”true”] \n 
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/resource-family-appreciation-picnics/
LOCATION:KS
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220225
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20210607T154346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T161853Z
UID:10001500-1643241600-1645747199@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Support Groups
DESCRIPTION:If you are a LGBTQIA+ Youth\, the Parent of a LGBTQIA+ youth\, or Fostering LGBTQIA+ youth\, there is now a community for you to find connection and celebration in a virtual monthly group. Parents\, youth\, and foster parents now each have a safe space to connect\, ask questions\, discuss challenges\, and gain education. Sessions include topic-centric discussions. \nClick here to submit an anonymous question that can be answered during a meeting. \n\nSupport Group for LGBTQIA+ Foster Youth\nLast Thursday of the Month\, 7-8pm\nFacilitator: Jamie Kelsey\, LMSW (she/her)\nWebEx Meeting number: 145 902 3821\nPassword: 111111\n\nRSVPs aren’t required but appreciated at SupportGroups@kvc.org
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/lgbtqia-support-groups/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Informational Session,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211101
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20210927T192129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T150347Z
UID:10001518-1635465600-1635724799@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat Event in Olathe
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our Olathe office on Friday\, October 29. Hotdogs are available while supplies last. This event is open to the public. If you’d like to decorate a trunk or donate\, please contact the organizers listed on the flyer. Hope to see you there! \nEvent Info
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/trunk-or-treat-in-lawrence-and-olathe/
LOCATION:KS
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210502
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190903T215228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192542Z
UID:10001394-1619827200-1619913599@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:2021 Virtual Resource Family Conference
DESCRIPTION:May 1\, 2021\nWe’re excited to announce this year’s Resource Family Conference will be held virtually! This is a wonderful\, free training opportunity for Resource Families (which includes relatives and foster families) to learn a range of new topics\, such as helping youth feel safe and connected\, promoting healthy brain development and resilience\, and partnering with other members of a child’s support team. This year’s event kicks off National Foster Care Month\, and we have tons planned to show you our appreciation! \nAdditional details:\n\nWe will also be hosting five virtual social hours on April 30\, May 6\, May 11\, May 19 and May 24 hosted by KVC staff from 7-8 PM each night. To join\, please use Zoom meeting ID- 983 311 6610. We will limit the social hours to the first 40 families that log on.\nTune in for the Keynote Speaker Josh Shipp on May 1 @9am (details below)\nUp to 11 training hours will available (see topics below). Training courses will be available throughout the month of May\nWe’ll be giving out prizes\, swag and more!\n\nKeynote Speaker: Josh Shipp\nStatistically\, Josh Shipp should be dead\, in jail\, or homeless. But his success as a preeminent author\, speaker\, and global youth empowerment expert is living proof of the power of one caring adult. \nA former at-risk foster kid turned youth advocate\, Josh is renowned for the documentary TV series on A&E that followed his groundbreaking work with youth and families.He has written two national bestsellers to date\, “The Grown-Up’s Guide to Teenage Humans” – winner of the Nautilus Gold Award for Parenting & Family – and “The Teen’s Guide to World Domination.” \n\nBreakout Session Topics:\n\nDeescalating\nPartnering with bio families\nTBRI\nSelf-care\nSecondary trauma\nDrug recognition & safety – DONE\nInternet Safety\nADHD & PTSD\nHuman Trafficking\n\nRegistration is now closed. If you’d still like to register or have questions\, please contact Jackie Harwig at jharwig@kvc.org. \n[gravityform id=”78″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/2021-resource-family-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201225
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20191007T204218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201201T184527Z
UID:10001489-1606780800-1608854399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Heroes Gift Drive for Youth in Foster Care
DESCRIPTION:KVC’s Holiday Heroes Program is a way for individuals\, families and businesses to work together to make the holidays brighter for children and teens involved in the child welfare system. As a Holiday Hero\, you are making a commitment to give them the gifts they have their hearts set on. \nOur team is collecting presents\, gift cards and monetary donations to make sure children who are in foster care\, have safely reunited with their family or have been adopted have a happy holiday. Without your giving\, these youth may not have the holiday season they are hoping for. \nTo become a Holiday Hero\, click the button below. We know the holidays are a busy time\, so if you don’t have time to shop\, you can still help by making an online donation. Thank you! \nBECOME A HOLIDAY HERO\n  \nFor the 2020 tax year\, individuals can deduct any cash contributions made to qualified charitable organizations up to 100% of their adjusted gross income (AGI) as part of the Coronavirus Aid\, Relief\, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Click here to learn more. \n 
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/holiday-heroes-gift-drive-for-youth-in-foster-care/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201030T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20201013T200024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201013T200024Z
UID:10001211-1604077200-1604084400@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Olathe Trunk or Treat for Foster Families
DESCRIPTION:The Olathe Trunk or Treat will be on Friday\, October 30 from 5pm to 7pm at our Olathe office! \nThis year the format will be a drive-thru. Families will enter through the East entrance of the parking lot where orange cones and/or a traffic assistant will direct you. Families will stay in their cars and drive through this event. Trunk participants will place candy directly into the bags so we maintain no-contact per our COVID-19 safety guidelines. Trunk participants will be wearing mask and sanitizing regularly or wearing gloves. Unfortunately this year we will not be providing food other than the candy due to COVID. We hope to see everyone here!!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/olathe-trunk-or-treat-for-foster-families/
LOCATION:KVC Olathe\, 21344 West 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20201013T195701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201013T200601Z
UID:10001209-1603904400-1603911600@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Lawrence Trunk or Treat for Foster Families
DESCRIPTION:The Lawrence Trunk or Treat will be on Wednesday\, October 28 from 5pm to 7pm at our Lawrence office! \nThis year the format will be a drive-thru. Families will enter through the South parking lot and a traffic assistant will direct you. Families will stay in their cars and drive through this event. Trunk participants will place candy directly into the bags so we maintain no-contact per our COVID safety guidelines. Trunk participants will be wearing mask and sanitizing regularly or wearing gloves. We hope to see everyone here!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/lawrence-trunk-or-treat-for-foster-families/
LOCATION:KVC Olathe\, 21344 West 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191221
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20191114T225106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T225106Z
UID:10001467-1575158400-1576886399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Be a "Reindeer" for Youth in Foster Care!
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a fun\, interactive way to volunteer this holiday season for children in need? KVC is looking for “Reindeer” to help us deliver gift donations to our different offices out of our Olathe location. These gifts have been donated by generous Holiday Heroes for all the children and teens we’ve served in foster care If you can devote time one day between 9am-5pm on a Monday through Friday in December\, we’d greatly appreciate your help! If you’d like to participate\, please contact Emily Wheeler at ewheeler@kvc.org for more information.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/be-a-reindeer-for-youth-in-foster-care/
LOCATION:KVC Olathe\, 21344 West 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191124
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20191007T203914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T203914Z
UID:10001458-1574467200-1574553599@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:National Adoption Day
DESCRIPTION:National Adoption Day aims to raise awareness of the more than 117\,000 U.S. children in foster care waiting to find permanent\, loving families. On November 23\, 2019\, judges nationwide will open their courtrooms to help facilitate the adoption finalizations of children who have been matched with a forever family and raise awareness for the thousands of children still in need of an adoptive family. \nThe profiles of waiting children served by KVC can be viewed online at http://adoption.kvc.org. The profiles include photos\, bios and\, in some cases\, videos.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/national-adoption-day-2/
LOCATION:Courthouses Nationwide
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20191002T183626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T183626Z
UID:10001184-1573207200-1573225200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:KVC Holiday Mart
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this FREE Holiday shopping event at the Ball Conference Center on November 8!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/kvc-holiday-mart/
LOCATION:Ball Conference Center\, 21350 W. 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190926T153525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190926T153525Z
UID:10001183-1572026400-1572033600@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat 2019
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/trunk-or-treat-2019/
LOCATION:Olathe YMCA\, 21400 W. 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20191007T201807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T201807Z
UID:10001476-1570730400-1570741200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Quarters from the Heart
DESCRIPTION:Here’s an upcoming event that may be of interest to you and your family. Quarters from the Heart is a monthly quarter auction fundraiser held each month at the JOCO fairgrounds\, and this event will benefit KVC children. Street tacos will be available for purchase from a food truck. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Elizabeth Feitel\, 913-710-1188\nor efeitel@comcast.net.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/quarters-from-the-heart/
LOCATION:Johnson County Fairgrounds\, 136 E. Washington\, Gardner\, KS\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190802T160000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190725T154357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T154357Z
UID:10001472-1564736400-1564761600@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Back-to-School Drive for Youth In Foster Care - Parsons
DESCRIPTION:We’re holding a back-to-school drive for youth in foster care on Friday\, August 2 from 9am to 4pm at the Parsons Walmart! \nAt the start of each school year\, children and teens in foster care often don’t have access to essential school supplies that are key to academic success. As we prepare for the 2019-20 school year\, KVC wants to ensure that each child in our care is fully prepared when they return to school in the fall. Please join us in helping these youth start the school year out right! \nItems you can donate include (but are not limited to):\nPencil Bag\n10 pencils\, 2 blue pen\, 2 black pens\, 2 red pens\n2 erasers\n2 highlighters\nRuler\n3-ring binder (2 inch)\n2 pocket folders\n2 packs of loose-leaf paper\n2 spiral notebooks\nMarkers\nColored pencils\n24 count crayons\n1 bottle of glue\n2 glue sticks
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/back-to-school-drive-for-youth-in-foster-care-parsons/
LOCATION:Walmart – Parsons\, 3201 N. 16th St.\, Parsons\, KS\, 67357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190803
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190617T184625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T184625Z
UID:10001437-1564358400-1564790399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Back-to-School Volunteer Week
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/back-to-school-volunteer-week/
LOCATION:Ball Conference Center\, 21350 W. 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190714
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190613T202433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190613T202545Z
UID:10001438-1562976000-1563062399@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary in Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:Our awesome partners at Sesame Street are celebrating their 50th anniversary in Kansas City\, and you and your family are invited to join! This fun\, interactive family festival will feature a stage show\, a giant maze\, a treasure dig\, photo opportunities\, sweepstakes\, a cookies-and-milk snack station and more! \nWhen: Saturday\, July13\nWhere: Frank A. Theis Park \nClick here to register
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/celebrate-sesame-streets-50th-anniversary-in-kansas-city/
LOCATION:Frank A. Theis Park\, Oak and 47th Streets\, across from the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art\, Kansas City\, KS\, 64110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T193000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190617T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T154347Z
UID:10001436-1562954400-1562959800@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Christmas in July - Volunteer Event for Children and Families
DESCRIPTION:Why Christmas in July? Each year our staff works tirelessly to make sure every one of the 3\,700 children we serve through our Holiday Heroes Program receives gifts during the Winter Holidays. At this fun\, worthwhile event\, we invite you to bring your children to help us prepare for our donation drive by writing thank you cards\, organizing gifts and several other activities! It’s also great way to keep your kids busy and engaged for a great cause in the middle of Summer. More details below:
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/christmas-in-july-volunteer-event-for-children-and-families/
LOCATION:Ball Conference Center\, 21350 W. 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190321T180258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T180258Z
UID:10001174-1555153200-1555160400@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Clothing Giveaway for Foster Families - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:Open Heart Outreach is hosting a clothing giveaway for foster families at our KVC Topeka office on April 13th from 11am to 1pm. If you have any questions\, please contact Lance Wilson at lanwilson@kvc.org or 785-409-6980.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/clothing-giveaway-for-foster-families-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20180830T200737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T222119Z
UID:10001123-1550772000-1550779200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parent Advisory Board Meetings - Topeka
DESCRIPTION:The Foster Parent Advisory Board members serve as leaders of the greater foster parent population. All KVC foster parents are welcome to join the Foster Parent Advisory Board. \nMeetings will be held in the KVC Topeka office on the 3rd Thursday of each month. \nAll meetings held from 6pm – 8pm. \nUpcoming meetings: \n\nFebruary 21st
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/foster-parent-advisory-board-meetings-topeka/
LOCATION:KVC Kansas – Topeka\, 419 Southwest 29th Street\, Topeka\, KS\, 66611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190107T151338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T151545Z
UID:10001172-1548351000-1548358200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parent Gathering - Pittsburg
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a KVC foster parents gathering! We look forward to spending some time with you\, introducing you to our team\, sharing information and answering any questions you have. \nThe gatherings are from 5:30-7:30pm. Finger foods will be provided. While childcare is unfortunately not available\, you are welcome to bring children with you. \n[gravityform id=”64″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/foster-parent-gathering-pittsburg/
LOCATION:Pittsburg Nazarene Church\, 816 E. Quincy\, Pittsburg\, KS\, 66762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T193000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20190107T151040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T151537Z
UID:10001170-1548178200-1548185400@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Foster Parent Gathering - Chanute
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a KVC foster parents gathering! We look forward to spending some time with you\, introducing you to our team\, sharing information and answering any questions you have. \nThe gatherings are from 5:30-7:30pm. Finger foods will be provided. While childcare is unfortunately not available\, you are welcome to bring children with you. \n[gravityform id=”64″ title=”true” description=”true”]
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/foster-parent-gathering-chanute/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20180803T150055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180803T150055Z
UID:10001118-1539885600-1539892800@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat - KVC Parsons
DESCRIPTION:Looking for Halloween plans with the little ones?  Join the KVC Parsons office for a Trunk or Treat!  Come dressed up in your Halloween costumes and collect candy in our parking lot on October 18th from 6pm to 8pm!
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/trunk-or-treat-kvc-parsons/
LOCATION:KVC Parsons\, 2410 W. Main\, Parsons\, KS\, 67357\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180830T200000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110645
CREATED:20180807T215227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180821T145647Z
UID:10001398-1535652000-1535659200@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:KVC Game Night
DESCRIPTION:KVC will be hosting a game night on August 30th\, from 6-8PM at the Ball Conference Center\, and we need volunteers to make it as fun as possible! As a volunteer\, you will get to play games with children\, giving the foster parents a chance to connect with other foster parents. Please contact the event coordinator listed below if you’re interested.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/kvc-game-night/
LOCATION:Ball Conference Center\, 21350 W. 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110646
CREATED:20180807T215111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T215123Z
UID:10001400-1533978000-1533988800@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:KVC Back to School Clothes Give Away
DESCRIPTION:On August 11th\, KVC will open the Clothing Closet’s at each office to allow families of children in care to get clothes and other items needed for going back to school. Each office is looking for extra hands to help! Click here for more details: https://bit.ly/2OUZ5jc
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/kvc-back-to-school-clothes-give-away/
LOCATION:Ball Conference Center\, 21350 W. 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180803T110000
DTSTAMP:20260624T110646
CREATED:20180719T165231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180719T165421Z
UID:10001112-1533286800-1533294000@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:TOGETHERHOOD KVC School Supply Sort at Olathe Family YMCA
DESCRIPTION:Come spend an hour or two and help us sort donated school supplies for children in foster care and also learn about how we help families in need throughout Kansas.
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/togetherhood-kvc-school-supply-sort-at-olathe-family-ymca/
LOCATION:Ball Conference Center\, 21350 W. 153rd Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Fundraiser
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180701
DTSTAMP:20260624T110646
CREATED:20180612T180739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T180922Z
UID:10001402-1527811200-1530403199@kansas.kvc.org
SUMMARY:National Family Reunification Month
DESCRIPTION:During the month of June\, KVC recognizes and celebrates families that have reunited after their children were removed from their home for safety reasons and placed in foster care. These families have worked hard to overcome obstacles\, resolve conflicts and learn healthy skills in order for their children to safely return home. Last year\, KVC helped over 600 families safely reunify after one or more of their children were in foster care. We applaud and honor these families who worked incredibly hard! Learn more about our in-home services. \nSuccess stories: \n\nSingle Father Works Hard to Safely Reunite Family\nFamily Support Services Help Single Mother Overcome Obstacles\nTeen Who Endured Childhood Trauma Finds Healing Through Therapy\nFather Overcomes Substance Abuse to Bring His Young Son Safely Home\nTrauma Narrative Helps Teen Heal from Childhood Abuse\nThe Daniels Family’s Reunification Story\nKansas Mother Works Hard to be Reunited With Her Children
URL:https://kansas.kvc.org/event/national-family-reunification-month-2/
LOCATION:Nationwide
CATEGORIES:Awareness,Event
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END:VCALENDAR