Blue River Church Of Christ

221 NE Woods Chapel Road, Lee's Summit, Missouri 64064
Team Leader(s) Patricia Porter
Partner in the Lee's Summit Area Community

Open Requests & Church Needs

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Help Strengthen a Bio Family
3
High Urgency Request
Family ( mother, father, and their 3 year old child), need assistance paying for their hotel where they have been staying at since becoming homeless. the family does try and work but father recently lost his job. Family will have no income until the first of November and they need to pay for another night by tomorrow 11/28/2023 or they will be on the street. Family and their workers have explored hotel vouchers, homeless shelters, and any family assistance but so far they have not come up with any. amount below will cover a week, by which time, they will have income on the 1st of December. hotel is the Super 8 by Wyndham Lees Summit.
Location: Lees Summit, MO 64081 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #MO- DSS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $476
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $476 to go!
Rent Assistance
$476 out of $476 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
3
High Urgency Request
Family ( mother, father, and their 3 year old child), need assistance paying for their hotel where they have been staying at since becoming homeless. the family does try and work but father recently lost his job. Family will have no income until the first of November and they need to pay for another night by tomorrow 11/25/2023 or they will be on the street. Family and their workers have explored hotel vouchers, homeless shelters, and any family assistance but so far they have not come up with any. amount below will cover a week, by which time, they will have income on the 1st of December. hotel is the Super 8 by Wyndham Lees Summit.
Location: Lees Summit, MO 64081 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #MO- DSS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $476
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $476 to go!
Rent Assistance
$476 out of $476 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
4
High Urgency Request
This family is trying to find housing for the rest of the month until December 1st where they have a plan for where they are going to live until they get stable housing of their own. They are living in a hotel and have it paid up until the 25th but need assistance trying to get the hotel paid for until December 1st. The family has a plan to get themselves in a position to be stable but needs this assistance to make their plan happen. They get paid on the 1st of the month and have a plan to get stable housing and a cheap car with this money. If this family can make it until December 1st in the hotel they will be able to get a car and stable housing.
Location: Lees Summit, MO 64086 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 2 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #MO- Cornerstones of Care - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $500
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $500 to go!
Rent Assistance
$500 out of $500 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
Normal Request
Mom was let go of her job, but was able to find a new one a couple of weeks ago. However she is $300 short on her November rent payment since she was in between checks at the time. She is needing help with this last payment so she can have sustainable housing moving forward.
Location: Independence, MO 64053 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $325
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $325 to go!
Rent Assistance
$325 out of $325 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
1
Normal Request
A 17-year-old girl, eldest of her family, expressed feeling frustrated because her car needs repair. At 17, there are a lot of things she is buying for her senior year that she needs money for (college applications, basketball shoes, fees on her school account, senior pictures, etc) but without a car she is hardly able to work as she has no way to get there. She lives in a single parent household with four siblings and helps mom with running errands and taking kids to and from school. This young woman is a A+ student and is very involved in her community. She said it would be a little over $250 to fix her car but any assistance would help tremendously.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64133 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Agency: #Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $250
4 Responses
An Anonymous Responder: Monetary support
Community Responder. 2 days ago
Kelvin: Happy to provide the rest.
Community Responder. 2 days ago
GWENDOLYN: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details.
NEW INSPIRATIONAL WORD OF GOD CHURCH MINISTRIES, Community Lead Church. 1 day ago
GWENDOLYN: I would like to thank u for funding the request n help this family may God bless.
NEW INSPIRATIONAL WORD OF GOD CHURCH MINISTRIES. 1 day ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Car Repair
$250 Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
2
Normal Request
Two teen youth have entered care and are currently living with their two other siblings in their oldest brother's home. These kids are in need of black hair products to better care for their own hair.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64134 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 2 - Agency: #Jackson County CASA - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $97
1 Responses
Emily: We can meet these needs. If we can purchase online, we can ship directly to the family or deliver. Let us know what works best.
Journey Church International. 2 days ago
Needs 1 Need / $21 to go!
African Pride Olive Miracle Non-Flaking Foam Setting Hair Mousse (3 Pack), Long-Lasting Frizz & Shine Control for Curls, Braids, Weaves, Wigs, Waves & Wraps, 8.5 oz
1 out of 1 items still needed
African Pride Olive Miracle Leave-in Conditioner, 12 Ounce
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Carol's Daughter Goddess Strength Hair Care Kit with Sulfate Free Shampoo, Sulfate Free Conditioner, Leave In Conditioner and Scalp and Hair Oil, Includes 4 Hair Products
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Eco Style Black Castor and Flaxseed Oil Styling Gel - Helps Nourish and Repair Damaged Hair - Promotes Healthy Scalp - Provides Superior and Weightless Hold - Delivers Long Lasting Shine - 8
1 Item(s) Met in full!
African Pride Olive Miracle Shampoo & Conditioner 2 in1 Formula (3 Pack) enriched with tea tree and olive oil to moisturize and protect hair and scalp, 12oz.
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
3
Normal Request
Three youth have recently made the wrestling team at their school. This is the first time they have been allowed to participate in extracurricular activities. Their placement is unable to purchase them wrestling shoes due to their costs.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64134 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 3 - Agency: #Jackson County CASA - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $180
3 Responses
Cynthia: Hello! I would love to fund these items.. Thank you for all you do! Cynthia Lewis
Church Of The Harvest (Olathe KS). 3 days ago
Derek: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details.please let me know the address to ship items..
Abiding Fellowship, Community Lead Church. 2 days ago
Derek: Thank You!! Jesus Bless
Abiding Fellowship. 2 days ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Mens Wrestling Shoes size 10
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Mens Wrestling Shoes Size 8
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Womens Wrestling Shoes Siz 8.5
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Make a Kinship Placement
5
Normal Request
This request is for a family with 3 siblings, 2 boys (10 and 3) and a girl (7). They have been in care almost 3 years due to parental substance abuse, lack of housing and criminal issues. The grandmother has placement of the oldest child and has agreed to be a permanent resource for all the children, but is need of a few items to make that happen. They need a twin bed, a toddler bed and 2 dressers. If they obtain these items, the 2 younger children will be able to be placed with them and hopefully permanency will be achieved for these children.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64132 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 3 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #Jackson County CASA - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $620
1 Responses
Susie: I can get the twin bed and toddler bed. Plz send me contact info for the Grandma
Church Of The Nativity. 1 day ago
Needs 2 Needs / $200 to go!
Dresser
1 out of 1 items still needed
Dresser
1 out of 1 items still needed
Twin Bed Frame
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Twin Mattress
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Toddler Bed Frame
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Toddler Mattress
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
5
Normal Request
A single mother of four is needing some assistance to help children. She is not working at this time due to the cost of daycare and has three children that are not yet in school and one being an infant. She has utilized her older car seat from her other children for the infant, but she is asking for assistance with a newer car seat that will transition as the child ages and the baby is currently about 4 1/2 months old but bigger than the average child at that age. In the request the toddler/convertible car seat was chosen as mom would like one that transitions but want to again point out that kiddo is still an infant so chose the most accurate for description purposes. She also would like to get a pack 'n play for her baby with a fitted sheet. She does not want a crib and has specifically asked for a pack 'n play only. In addition to that, the mom could also use some help with clothing for all of the children. There is a boy who is 6 years old and would wear size 7 or 8, medium, two girls ages 3 and 4 and similar in size so sizes 4 and 5 would be fine for both. The 4 1/2 month could benefit from clothing sizes 6 months and above. All of this will help keep the kiddos safe, warm, and ready for the ever-changing weather and help alleviate some of the financial stress on the mom. Thanks!
Location: Independence, MO 64055 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 4 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #MO- DSS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $505
1 Responses
Emily: We can help with the pack n play and crib sheet. If mom has transportation, she can visit our church's Impact Center and pick out clothes for her kiddos. She just needs to make an appointment. If she doesn't have transportation, we may be able to pick up clothing for her.
Journey Church International. 2 days ago
Needs 2 Needs / $400 to go!
Toddler / Convertible Car Seat
1 out of 1 items still needed
Clothes for a Child / Children (see description details)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Pack-n-Play
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Crib Sheets
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
3
Normal Request
Parents of a young (2 year old) child, needs help with an electric bill. Their identity was stolen and a massive electric bill was accumulated in their name. The family has been having their child's maternal grandmother watch her with CD supervision. Family is doing well in all regards but until the electric bill is taken care of, their home cannot be lived in. Family has reached out to Evergy, but they have had limited success. The amount below should make the remaining balance be able to be paid off by the family after one or two paychecks.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64132 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #MO- DSS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $500
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $500 to go!
Utility Bill Assistance
$500 out of $500 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
4
Normal Request
Children's Division is working with a family concerned about roach infestation inside the refrigerator and mainly in the kitchen area. The family has cleaned up the kitchen area but is in need of roach motels or bombs. Thank you in advance for supporting a healthy, clean home environment.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64128 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 2 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #MO- DSS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $30
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $30 to go!
Roach Motels and or Bombs
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
5
Normal Request
A grandmother, mother, and 3 children are all living together and have had a really tough time recently with unexpected car and house expenses. Going forward they will be able to pay but they are very concerned their lights will be turned off. Both grandma and mom work full time.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64130 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 3 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $612
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $612 to go!
Utility Bill Assistance
$612 out of $612 still needed
Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
1
Normal Request
16 Year Old Boy, Child is declared Autistic. The youth is learning how to interact with others and learning how to manage themselves. The youth has a development of a 1-2 year old baby. The youth is a genuinely happy child. The youth need the following items: *Winter clothes -(Size Large Shirts in Kids, or XSmall in Adults) -(Size X-Large Pants in Kids, or XSmall in Adults) -Footed PJs -Long Socks -Hoodies *Sippy Cups for drinking *Chewy Sticks for teething *Teething Toys *Baby Food Pureed -Chicken & Rice -Green beans -No peas *Blender to make pureed foods. *Fidget Noodles *Fake Toy Keys
Location: Independence, MO 64055 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Agency: #MO- DSS - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $360
1 Responses
An Anonymous Responder: Jesus can fund these items.
Community Responder. 1 week ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Diapers & Wipes (see description for details)
2 Item(s) Met in full!
Various Baby Supplies (see description for details)
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
180
Normal Request
This request impacts multiple families.

Our food pantry on site is in desperate need of a refrigerator. Our current refrigerator has no shelving and leaks water which is not only limiting the amount of food we can offer but is making our pantry an unsafe space. We serve over 100 families a week from our pantry and use it to run our after-school program so without the ability to have fresh produce or any refrigerated items, we will not be able to provide adequate food for our families who are in great need. Special Instructions: The item can be dropped off between 10-3pm Monday-Thursdays.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64132 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 150 - Adults Served: 30 - Agency: #Phoenix Family - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $960
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $960 to go!
Refrigerator
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
Normal Request
Single dad and his daughter. Dad recently became employed and will be working 2 jobs over the winter including a snow plow business. He will be able to continue his rent going forward but he's really behind and could be looking at an eviction very soon. Any amount of help would be appreciated and helpful for these two.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64130 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $2760
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $2760 to go!
Rent Assistance
$2760 out of $2760 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
Critical Request
Single mom pregnant with her first child is needing help with paying past due rent in the amount of $1211.00. This client was working but lost her job due to having to take off from work for doctor appointments because of pregnancy complications. She was also hurt on the job due to an accident that happened that was not her fault and is currently in litigation for that. She has already been to several organizations in the Kansas City area for help, but each one is either out of funding at this time, not accepting applications at this time or are overwhelmed with applications and are not taking any more at this time. The client has been looking for another job and is hopeful she will start work soon. In the meantime, the client has just been approved for unemployment and receives a monthly check of $796.00 for blind disability (She's legally blind in one eye) that she can use to pay future rent until she starts work. Because of the amount of the request, I have broken it into 2 payments of 605.00 in hopes that some churches would like to partner together to meet this need. This will help the client from being served an eviction notice keeping her from homelessness as she prepares for the arrival of her baby in a few months.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64138 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Resource Health - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $1210
2 Responses
Kacee: Sending money to help with rent! Can cover one of the two payments.
Community Responder. 1 week ago
Sheila: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details.
House Of Refuge ND Church DBA The RefugeKC, Community Lead Church. 1 week ago
Needs 1 Need / $605 to go!
Rent Assistance
$605 out of $605 still needed
Rent Assistance
$605 Met in full!
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
High Urgency Request
This family of single dad and child have had a difficult financial situation recently and currently have their water turned off. Dad didn't want to ask for help but said, "I really wish we could have the water on so we could have a 10th birthday party for her [my daughter] this week". He's reached out to multiple non-profits for helps but has not had any luck. Paying their water bill would help this child have a birthday party next week as well as get the family's normal needs for hygiene and for cooking.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64130 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $570
3 Responses
Carolyn: Fund the need for utility bill.
Kusmin Family Community Champion. 1 week ago
Derek: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details.please let meknow the utility company and details so I can pay in Jesus Name. thanks
Abiding Fellowship, Community Lead Church. 1 week ago
Derek: Thank you for generously giving!!
Abiding Fellowship. 1 week ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Utility Bill Assistance
$570 Met in full!
Help Prevent a Child From Entering Foster Care
4
High Urgency Request
The father on this case has been trying to gain employment to support his family. The mother on this case is on disability but this is not enough to keep them housed. They are currently residing in a hotel and need money for the room. The room is around $520 for the week. The daughter on this case is being picked up from the hotel from the bus to go to school and their son stays with them during the day. The family has been continually looking for affordable housing and has bene looking into shelters with no luck. They do not have a car so they do not have a car to sleep in and will be on the streets if no one intervenes.
Location: Lees Summit, MO 64081 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 2 - Adults Served: 2 - Agency: #MO- Cornerstones of Care - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $520
2 Responses
An Anonymous Responder: I can fully fund
Community Responder. 2 weeks ago
Derek: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details. Please send me the details of the person I need their address, and the name of the landlord contacts would be appreciated.
Abiding Fellowship, Community Lead Church. 2 weeks ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Rent Assistance
$520 Met in full!
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
Normal Request
ANY AMOUNT OF ASSISTANCE WOULD HELP THIS FAMILY! The family's leasing agency has filed in court for eviction and the family will be evicted if the fees are not paid. Parent is a single mother of a 12 year old son. Last year, the son was struggling in school with behavioral and mental health challenges that led to mom pulling him out of school to homeschool him to give him extra care and attention. Mom decided to resign from her main job to be home with her son and go full time with her loan signing business which was doing well at the time, but quickly fell into a lull. Mom is continuing this loan signing business and currently looking for part-time work, but is currently behind on nearly all of her bills. The family's primary concern is rent. Mom has been searching for rental assistance but has not had luck. She is looking for support to help get her back on track while looking for another source of income. The family will be able to support themselves moving forward, but have fallen so far behind on bills that they aren't able to catch up.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64132 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $3202
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $3202 to go!
Rent Assistance
$3202 out of $3202 still needed
Help Make a Kinship Placement
3
Critical Request
2 small children, ages 4 and 5, are living with their grandmother in a foster care kinship home. They have not had heat in their home since it was shut off in February 2023. The relatives do not receive subsidy or any maintenance. With the assistance of their gas bill, they will be able to have heat in their home.
Location: Kansas City, MO 64130 - County: Jackson - Children Served: 2 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #MO- Crittenton - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $676
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $676 to go!
Utility Bill Assistance
$676 out of $676 still needed
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