Built for Kids
Help Light the Way for Kids
One in five young people in the U.S. have a mental health disorder, and in Kansas City over 40 percent of those kids don’t get the help they need. That’s why Children’s Mercy launched Illuminate, a 5-year, $275 million plan, to address this youth mental health crisis through early intervention, equitable access, expanded services and research. We need your help. Learn how you can help light the path forward.
Spirit of children brings the magic of Halloween to Children’s Mercy
As you are preparing for Halloween and helping your little ones plan their costumes, consider shopping at Spirit Halloween, where your purchase can make a difference for patients at Children’s Mercy. When you shop for costumes online or in stores at Spirit Halloween and use the code DONATE24 – not only do you receive 10% off your order, but an additional 10% of your purchase will benefit patients and families at Children’s Mercy.
Speak up to prevent suicide
Sometimes, it’s hard to raise the topic of suicide with our kids and teens. But studies show that talking to them about suicide and providing support is helpful, especially for someone in crisis.
Need some advice on how to start that conversation, or where to go for help? Our Suicide Prevention Toolkit has simple, straightforward information for families. You can also call, text or chat 988 at any time to get help for yourself or someone else.
Ewing sarcoma: Annabelle’s story
College freshman Annabelle is anxious to return to her favorite sport, and Children’s Mercy is helping return a fierce competitor to the soccer field. Learn about how our Cancer Center has supported her through Ewing sarcoma, a bone and soft tissue cancer.
School KIDS study team receives new CDC contract
The new study gauges the impact of ventilation and environmental factors on the spread of respiratory illnesses in schools and investigates potential interventions that could be implemented to mitigate.
