Humanity House in the News

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Humanity House targets ‘Food Gap’ (September 2025)
Humanity House hopes to draw awareness to growing food insecurity in Kansas and elsewhere across the country. [Read the full article here].

$25K Matching Challenge: Support Humanity House Services (May 2025)
Humanity House Foundation is calling on the community to help meet a $25,000 matching pledge that will directly support its vital programs and services. The fundraising challenge runs through July 15. [Read the full article here].

Christmas Gift Giveaway Brings Joy to Local Children (December 2024)
Humanity House Foundation invites children to visit Santa and choose a special gift during its annual Christmas event, held Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Many of the gifts— including more than 300 stuffed animals—are handmade by dedicated local volunteers. [Read the full article here].

Campaign Success: Humanity House Surpasses $25K Matching Goal (October 2024)
Humanity House Foundation exceeded its goal to raise $25,000 to match a generous anonymous donation. Emprise Bank was among the latest supporters to contribute to the campaign, which comes at a time when more individuals are turning to the organization’s food pantry for help. [Read the full article here].

Humanity House Receives Major Gifts and Grants (September 2024)
Humanity House Foundation recently received a strong boost in funding to support its services. A $25,000 matching gift, combined with $30,000 in additional donations, will help expand the organization’s impact. In addition, three new grants totaling $8,300 were awarded to further strengthen program delivery. [Read the full article here].

Concert to Benefit Humanity House: A Night for Humanity (May 2024)
Damaris Kunkler and Atomic Possum will present A Night for Humanity, a benefit concert in support of Humanity House Foundation. The event takes place at 7 p.m. Friday at the Bowlus Fine Arts Center. [Read the full article here].

Bridges Out of Poverty (March 2024)
Humanity House Foundation hosts a powerful class offering insight into the root causes of poverty and the economic challenges many families face. [Read the full article here].

Perfect Timing: Donated Bicycle Finds a New Home at Humanity House (March 2024)
Ron Nelson, a former Allen County resident, restores used bicycles and donates them to those in need. During a recent visit to Humanity House Foundation, his timing was just right—a 12-year-old boy in need of a bike received one of Nelson’s donations. [Read the full article here].

Investing in Community: Barbara Button Named New Executive Director of Humanity House Foundation (January 2024)
Discover how Barbara Button is leading Humanity House Foundation into a new chapter of service and impact. [Read the full article here].