Friends on the journey: LINCWorks helps families rise, thrive

Everyone who comes to LINCWorks “is on a journey,” said Program Director Sonny Williams. “It’s what shapes the person. And we walk with them.”

How LINC, DSS revolutionized the road out of welfare

Marge Randle wasn’t expecting the welfare revolution that would soon draw President Bill Clinton to town that day she first walked into Gayle Hobbs’ LINC office some 30 years ago. Randle and Hobbs quickly knew something special was happening. The creative concept of LINC, Randle said, was “a breath of fresh air.”

Success stories: How LINC helps courageous youth rise from broken pasts

Teens who grew up in trauma, who drifted from foster home to foster home or came under the state’s care, reach that doorstep to adulthood aching over the same needs as other teens.

These are the spaces where LINC’s team of youth advocates do their work, bringing state resources to bear, acting with great care and creativity to give courageous youth like these hope and confidence — the chance they deserve.

Read some of their stories here.

On the job: LINC, Full Employment Council partnership opens opportunities for families in need

The road to financial independence can lead many ways, and LINC’s partnership with the Full Employment Council in Kansas City has been one of the state’s most effective efforts to help families in need find their way, says FEC President Clyde McQueen.

Dealt a hard hand: Here's how First Call, LINCWorks are lifting up families in crisis

First, breathe. This is where the training began in First Call’s recent work with LINCWorks case manager-life coaches. The advice goes both to a parent anxious over the welfare of their hungry child, or the case manager anxious over how to help them rise. You have to connect yourself to life’s oxygen mask.

Overcome your past; Missouri's SkillUp program offers job training for Food Stamp recipients

At age 25, Victoria had a history of Domestic Violence, was living alone with her two children, didn’t know where to go or how to go about things. “I had to start from “ground zero,” Victoria said. See how Missouri’s SkillUp program offers Food Stamp recipients the opportunity to gain skills, job training and work experience.

LINC In Photos 2019

We are happy to share LINC in Photos 2019 – a visual representation of LINC's impact and presence in the community.

Interested in a health care degree? Grants through FEC can ease training costs in KC

HPOG grants, through the Missouri Healthcare Industry Training and Education program, provide eligible low-income individuals a chance to receive training for a career in the health care industry.

Overwhelming stories flood 'Clear Your Record' expungement campaign in KC

Nearly 800 people with old criminal records have registered for help in the Clear Your Record expungement campaign in Kansas City. Their stories are hard, and personal. There is a simple reason the volunteers are trying so hard to help these hundreds navigate the law, spare them onerous legal expenses and digitally speed up the process.

Hickman Mills 2019 Family Summit - Video

The Hickman Mills C-1 School District presented the second annual Family Summit on Saturday, March 30. The event featured many free resources for families and the community including: Job Fair, Health Fair, Dental Clinic, Free Child Care, Resource Tables (Emergency Assistance, Youth Services, Utility and Rental Assistance), free child care and activities for kids was provided by LINC. The event provided free food, prizes, games and much more.

New Missouri Job Center Branch Opens in Cass County

The Full Employment Council (FEC) and West Central Missouri Community Action Agency (West Central) has opened a one-stop shop for workforce development in Cass County. A formal ribbon cutting took place Jan. 30th at the two-story building located at 208 W. Walnut.

LINC in Photos 2018

We are happy to share LINC in Photos 2018 -- a visual representation of LINC's impact and presence in the community. We look back on the year with pride in the accomplishments of our community and gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of the work. We wish you all the best for the year ahead. Happy holidays!

LINC Commission Meeting Monday, May 15th

The LINC Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, May 15th from 4-6 pm at the Kauffman Foundation.

The public is invited to attend.

LINC in Photos 2016

We are happy to share this year's LINC in Photos -- a visual representation of LINC's impact and presence in the community.

LINC In Photos 2015

We are happy to share this year's LINC in Photos — a visual representation of LINC's impact and presence in the community. LINC in Photos 2015 is dedicated to LINC Chairman Emeritus Landon Rowland, who passed away on Monday, Dec. 28, 2015.

Missouri Tax Amnesty Program begins now through November 30

Businesses and individuals with delinquent taxes before Dec. 31, 2014 are eligible to pay now through November 31 without interest or penalties with the Missouri Tax Amensty Program.

LINC in Photos 2014

We again are happy to share this year’s version of LINC in Photos – a montage of images which visually share our impact and presence in the community.

LINC and LINCWorks staff recognized for community works

Roosevelt Dickerson, LINC Site Coordinator in K.C.P.S., and Carolyn Bruce-Hill and Lindsay Smith, LINC Works Case Managers, are being recognized this month for their efforts to the community. LINC and LINC Works as whole continue to provide support to area families and communities.

LINCWorks participants recognized for CNA+ course completion

Eighteen LINCWorks participants were recognized at a Dec. 5, 2013, ceremony for their achievement in completing a Certified Nursing Assistant Plus (CNA+) course.