Giving Back This Holiday Season: Meaningful Ways to Support TNC Community and Howdy Homemade KC

The holidays are a season of gratitude, connection, and giving back. There are many ways to make a lasting impact right here at home in Kansas City. At TNC Community, our mission is to champion equity and inclusion for people with disabilities, inspiring lives of dignity, belonging, and joy.

Whether you’re inspired to give your resources or your voice, every act of generosity helps create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to live, work, and thrive in our local KC community.

1. Start Simple with our Amazon Wishlist

We are growing! Beginning January 1, 2026, we will open a Training Academy to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities prepare for and secure meaningful employment; and we are expanding our Community Connections Day Program to accommodate individuals with higher levels of need.

You can help provide essential items for these programs through our Amazon Wish List. These projects include a full kitchen, sensory therapy room, and more. Every purchase helps create and enriching and supportive environment for individuals to thrive.

2. Share a Scoop and a Smile at Howdy Homemade in Lee’s Summit

There’s no sweeter way to give back than with ice cream! Howdy Homemade at 921 NE Woods Chapel Road in Lee’s Summit, MO, is locally owned and operated by TNC Community, creating employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Stop by the shop, order a holiday pint for your family, book a party, or cater your next event with Howdy Homemade’s signature flavors. Every purchase supports paid employment opportunities, life-skills training, and community engagement.

3. Make a Year-End Donation to Support TNC’s Mission of Inclusion

A year-end gift to TNC Community directly supports our programs, from residential services and employment readiness to community-based day services and life-enrichment activities.

Your contribution fuels progress, equity, and inclusion for hundreds of individuals and their families throughout the Kansas City area.

Donate securely online here: www.TNCCommunity.com/donate

4. Spread the Word & Inspire Others to Give

Sometimes, giving back starts with simply sharing the message. Follow @TNCCommunity and @HowdyHomemadeKC on social media, tag us in your Giving Tuesday posts, and encourage friends and family to get involved.

Together, we can amplify awareness and continue building a community where everyone, regardless of ability, belongs.

Together, We Make the Holidays Brighter

Every scoop sold at Howdy Homemade, every donation to TNC Community, and every item purchased from our Amazon Wishlist helps us create meaningful change. Thank you for making inclusion part of your holiday giving tradition.

Learn more about TNC Community and our mission at www.TNCCommunity.com and join us this season in creating a more inclusive community for all.

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