Camp Woodchuck
Coming into an organization like Rainbows United as a camp staffer can be very overwhelming. It sure was for me. But after only a week, I have learned more about children with special needs than in my entire life, while also having fun. My name is Justin. I’m a student at Wichita state University, and […]
Mental Health Services
Ready for Big Kid School
Graduation, it’s a happy time as well as a sad time for me. I’ve spent the past year working and teaching the kids in my classroom and they become as if they were my own! I’m happy and thrilled at graduation to help all my kiddos celebrate their successes! They have all grown so much […]
Happy Congratulations Day!
This was my first year at Rainbows United, and so it was my first time experiencing what Pre-K graduation looks like here. I can truly say that it was funny, and touching, and everything you might hope for in a ceremony. The kids brought all their energy and enthusiasm to graduation. I feel so blessed […]
Annual fundraising campaign for fiscal year 2016
Rainbows recently mailed the second letter of our Annual Campaign for Fiscal Year 2016. The goal for this year’s Campaign is $125,000 which is a little over 12% of Rainbows’ annual fundraising goal of $1,005,000. We are closer than ever to meeting this major goal. Did you know that, according to National Center for Charitable […]
Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. During this month we bring awareness that 1 out of 5 Americans will need mental health services in their lifetime. In the 2015 fiscal year, Rainbows’ Mental Health Department served 483 children ages 0-5. Rainbows’ Mental Health professionals assist in smoothing rough edges and mending torn bonds by enhancing the social, emotional, […]
LOVE Wichita 2016 comes to Rainbows United
Beginning in 2009, LOVE Wichita was the dream of Eastminster Church. Their vision was to create a faith-based day of service to prosper the city of Wichita. Churches from all across the city participate, and many local and national companies have partnered with LOVE Wichita to provide some of the materials and assist with […]
Springtime Family Adventures
Warm spring weather brings many opportunities for families to get outside and enjoy all that makes Kansas special. If your family is into miniature golf, All Star Adventures of Wichita (Check it out!) is hosting National Mini Golf Day on Saturday, May 14. The first 100 guests will receive a free mini golf season pass. […]
2016 GLOW run/walk
It always amazes me to see the generosity of people in our community come together to support Rainbows. Over 500 people participated in the GLOW event to show their support of children with special needs.
Butler County early intervention services
As a Speech Language Pathologist at Rainbows’ Bright Beginnings in Butler County, Joanna Wiebe works with each child in their natural setting. “Working with children and families in their homes is an amazing privilege that provides more information than a questionnaire could ever capture. It allows a therapist to provide realistic suggestions and connect on […]