PARTNERS & RESOURCES
TNC Community provides many valuable resources for individuals with disabilities, their caregivers, families and friends. Check this page often for online resources important to the community and relative to the important work we do.
EITAS helps those with developmental disabilities lead more meaningful, fulfilling and productive lives.
The Developmental Disabilities Resources Board promotes an array of services and support for Clay County citizens with developmental disabilities and their families.
Starling is the trade association for organizations serving people with disabilities who need community support by driving public policy and strengthening member organizations through advocacy, education, and collaboration.
United Way seeks to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.
The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, CARF International, is an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services.
The Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community.
Candid provides data about registered charities. TNC Community is registered under EIN: 44-0608429 and earned Candid’s Platinum Seal, signifying our commitment to transparency, community connections, and donor rights.
Each year, Truman Heartland Community Foundation awards grants to nonprofits serving Eastern Jackson County, suburban Jackson County, and Cass County. Competitive grants are made possible primarily by funds set up by donor bequests and wills.
The Independence Chamber of Commerce represents a partnership of more than 600 member businesses and professionals committed to making a difference in the Independence community.
Nonprofit Connect links the nonprofit community in Kansas City to education, resources, and networking so that organizations can more effectively achieve their missions.
TNC Community’s social enterprise, Howdy Homemade Ice Cream is on a mission to create equitable, meaningful jobs for remarkable individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities—our heroes—who bring the joy of amazing ice cream to the heart of our community.