Nonprofits
2026 Giving Machine's Nonprofits
Lead to Read KC
Lead to Read KC was founded in 2011 by two former teachers, Lynn and Jean Rundle, who were passionate about helping children succeed. After years of mentoring and tutoring teens who struggled in school, they realized the problem wasn’t just that the kids weren’t reading; it was that reading didn’t seem relevant to them.
Mayor's Christmas Tree Fund
The Kansas City Mayor’s Christmas Tree Association benefits senior citizens, persons with disabilities and children each year with gift cards, Christmas gifts and holiday parties that are hosted by the Parks Department to help alleviate some cost concerns as our fellow Kansas Citians celebrate the holidays with friends and family.
Mother’s Refuge
To shelter and educate homeless, pregnant and parenting young women by providing comprehensive services that empower them to make successful life decisions for themselves and their babies.
Saint Luke's Hospital Crittenton Children's Center
Our multidisciplinary treatment teams use evidence-based therapies to help children learn to regulate their emotions, build communication skills, and develop lifelong strategies for resilience and strength.
Science City
Through the Giving Machines, children in need can experience the amazing world of science first-hand, with more than 300 indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and high-energy play spaces to workout both mind and body.
Seton Center
Seton Center is a 501(c)(3) social services organization located in Kansas City’s urban core. Founded in 1969, the Center runs one of the largest safety net dental clinics in the region, a food pantry, emergency rent and utility assistance program, clothing closet, a NEW Children’s mental health program, in addition to supplemental support such as diapers and medical equipment for neighbors in need. We welcome the opportunity to involve new friends as volunteers and donors in support of this mission
Special Olympics Missouri
Did you know that Special Olympics is Missouri’s largest sports organization for people with intellectual disabilities? And when you donate today, our Founding Partner, The Coca-Cola Company, will DOUBLE your donation to provide 2X the equipment, 2X the attire, and 2X the health supplies that can help transform an athlete’s life — both in Missouri and around the world.
Church World Service
We have one goal: building a world where there is enough for all
For 80 years, we’ve been transforming communities through just and sustainable responses to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. Our vision is a world where everyone has food, voice and a safe place to call home.
Since our founding, we’ve welcomed thousands of refugees, helped families keep food on the table and advocated for those too often left out. Our history proves what we believe: we can always do more together than we can alone.
UNICEF
UNICEF is on the ground across the globe, delivering help for the children who need it most.
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Nov 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Nov 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Union Station
30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108