2026-2027 Capital Campaign
Two campuses. One mission.
Bringing stability, healing, and joy to more Kansas City families impacted by foster care.
A $523,687 challenge — and the clock is running.
Joy Meadows has been awarded a challenge grant from the Mabee Foundation. When Joy Meadows raises $523,687 by April 14, 2027, the Mabee Foundation releases an equal grant of $523,687 — dollar for dollar.
Every gift you make counts directly toward unlocking that match. When we reach the challenge, construction can begin.
7,082 on-site interactions in 2025
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2,376 therapy sessions provided in 2025
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1,294 children served through Clothing Closet
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60 church partners in Joy Meadows Church Network
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6,033 volunteer hours logged in 2025
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7,054 lbs of produce distributed in 2025
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7,082 on-site interactions in 2025 • 2,376 therapy sessions provided in 2025 • 1,294 children served through Clothing Closet • 60 church partners in Joy Meadows Church Network • 6,033 volunteer hours logged in 2025 • 7,054 lbs of produce distributed in 2025 •
It is the mission of Joy Meadows to provide families with community support, housing, and resources, so that children impacted by foster care can find stability, healing and joy.
THE VISION
Fulfilling the mission by expanding the circles of support around every child impacted by foster care.
Since 2017, Joy Meadows has built a proven model of support for foster families — and it's working. Now it’s time to multiply.
CAMPAIGN GOAL
TWO CAMPUSES. ONE MISSION.
$3,600,000
January 2026 – December 31, 2027
F I R S T C A M P U S
Linwood Enhancements
$500,000
What We've Built at Linwood
Joy Meadows started for foster families and the children they care for—the impact speaks for itself:
On-site housing for difficult placements
Church Network Care Communities
Clothing Closet
Second Saturday Events
Trauma-informed therapy
Animal & nature programs
Linwood Campus Improvements
These critical needs will help Joy Meadows Linwood Campus continue to meet the needs of children and families with increased access, consistency, and reliability of programming.
Covered equine arena (enables 12 months of programming)
Road expansion & parking
Accessible sidewalks & safety upgrades
S E C O N D C A M P U S
KCK Delelopment
$3,100,000
What the KCK Campus makes possible
The KCK Campus will be the first Family Resource Center in Kansas to intentionally serve biological families alongside foster families — offering the same holistic circle of support to parents working toward reunification and long-term stability.
Parent support & skill training
Care Communities for biological families
Care Communities for youth aging out
Concrete needs & case referral
Trauma therapy for adults & children
Near KCK public transit
Joy Multiplied provides these critical needs:
Family Resource Center building remodel
Road construction and paving
Gated entrance and security
Playground & pavilion
Utility barn
BEFORE & AFTER
What Your Gift Makes Possible
| Today – Current Limitations | With Capital Campaign Investment | |
|---|---|---|
| Geographic Access | One campus limits consistent engagement for many families. | Multi-campus model expands access across KCK, Missouri, and the Northland. |
| Transportation | Linwood is not near public transit – limits access for biological parents & youth. | KCK Campus is near public transportation for easier access. |
| Capacity to Serve | Growth capped by facility size and geography. | 100% increase in capacity with Linwood-level impact replicated at KCK. |
| Therapy Services | Only 3 therapy rooms, 1 small sensory gym. Co-treatment limited. | 10 therapy rooms at KCK enabling co-treatment models and group therapy. |
| Seasonal Programming | Animal programs limited to ~7 months due to weather. | Covered arena at Linwood expands programming to 12 months per year. |
| Regional Impact | Support concentrated around one campus in Kansas. | KCK Campus serves Wyandotte County and expands impact to Missouri families. |
STORIES OF IMPACT
The Joy That Sustains the Work
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Joy Meadows
12400 170th Street,
Linwood, KS 66052
Joy Meadows is a
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
All gifts are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.