Resources

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  1. Research and Publications
  2. Community Assistance

Research and Publications

Kansas Appleseed is a resource for policy research centering Kansans and our communities. We work to provide in-depth analysis and often work with partners across the state to publish reports, briefs, testimony, and more.

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Finding resources

As an advocacy organization, Kansas Appleseed works towards laws and policies to achieve systemic change. While Kansas Appleseed does not typically handle individual cases or provide direct individualized assistance, we hope to help support you or a loved one by directing you to helpful resources. To find additional resources in your local community, please call 211. You can also find information about 211 at myresourcedirectory.com.

  • Kansas Division of the Child Advocate

    https://childadvocate.ks.gov/

    The mission of the Kansas Division of the Child Advocate (KDCA) is to safeguard that all Kansas children, who have the right to be cherished and the opportunity to thrive, are safe from abuse, neglect, and harm by providing independent oversight and increased accountability of our State child welfare services, improving delivery and deepening confidence in the child welfare system. KDCA completes an impartial, independent review of Kansas child welfare policies, procedures, and practices, including an independent investigation and evaluation of concerns voiced by children, families, and other individuals. 

  • Kansas Family Advisory Network

    https://kfan.org

    Kansas Family Advisory Network (KFAN) provides support, education, advocacy and training to at-risk families interacting with the foster care system or child welfare system. KFAN promotes restoration of families through engagement and collaboration between birth parents, foster families, relatives, child welfare services, law enforcement, court services, and more.

  • Kansas Legal Services

    https://kansaslegalservices.org

    Kansas Legal Services, a statewide non-profit corporation, is devoted to helping Kansans meet their needs through the provision of important legal and mediation services. KLS is legal aid in Kansas, providing equal access to justice to Kansans with low incomes. Kansas Legal Services offers information and help with a variety of issues such as: discrimination, employment, guardianship, housing, youth justice, and more.

  • Child Nutrition Programs

    https://cnw.ksde.org/

    Child Nutrition Programs—including School Nutrition Programs, Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and more—are critical to reducing hunger in Kansas. Child Nutrition Programs are administered at the state-level by Kansas State Department of Education Child Nutrition & Wellness. Visit their website to find more information or a Summer Food Service Program meal site near you. SFSP ensures kids have access to healthy, free meals when schools are closed, serving millions of meals each year to Kansas youth.

  • Kansas Food Source

    https://kansasfoodsource.org/

    Harvesters—The Community Food Network, the Kansas Food Bank, and Second Harvest Community Food Bank serve communities, local food banks, and pantries across Kansas. As a part of Feeding America’s nationwide network of food banks, these organizations help Kansans access healthy food every day. Find your local food bank or pantry to receive support.

  • Kansas Bar Association

    https://ksbar.org

    The Kansas Bar Association (KBA) is the largest organization in the state devoted to advancing the practice of law and improving the legal system in Kansas. If you do not qualify for legal aid, you can fill out a request form on the KBA website for a referral to a Kansas attorney.

  • Voter Information—Kansas Secretary of State’s Office

    https://www.sos.ks.gov/elections/voter-information.html

    Voting is an important way we can show up for our communities. The Secretary of State is Kansas’s chief elections official and is responsible for the administration of all state and national elections in Kansas. Visit the the Secretary of State’s website to register to vote, make sure your information is up-to-date, and find your polling place.