How Rainbows changed Zech’s life
On July 27, 2014 Family Support Staff member Zechariah Haile celebrated a full year of working at Rainbows United. Prior to working at Rainbows, Zech was working an entry level job in the restaurant industry. Although he was making what he considered decent money, the job gave him no fulfillment. When a friend noticed his […]
Students see big results in small seeds
This summer, the students of Rainbows’ Kids’ Point Classroom 6 have experienced growing and the importance of regular involvement. Miss Annabel’s Garden Project consisted of tomato, jalapeno, bell pepper, spaghetti squash, cucumber, and cilantro seeds that the class nurtured. The students had the opportunity to plant seeds in pots just outside the classroom. They […]
Camp Woodchuck Fashion Show
On Thursday, June 26, Camp Woodchuck was buzzing with excitement. The Fashion Show day had finally arrived and the campers could not wait to strut their stuff on the runway. Xenon International Academy provided hair and makeup services to transform each child into their character of choice. The faces of children became Indians, various animals, […]
Linda Weir-Enegren Legacy Society
The new Linda Weir-Enegren Legacy Society was announced during the Holiday Reception on December 10, 2013. This designation will honor all lifetime donors of $200k or more. These individuals and corporations have provided extraordinary support of the children and families of our community and commitment to continuing the legacy of our founder, Linda Weir-Enegren. Honorees: […]
Prism Award for Outstanding Staff
Tori Price accepts the 2013 Prism Award from Board Chair, Jeff Jabara. This year Rainbows established a new yearly award specifically to recognize our amazing staff who are nominated and chosen by program coordinators. The group initially nominated 20 individuals and slowly narrowed it down. From this talented group, Tori Price, physical therapist, was selected […]
Help children with special needs this holiday season
If you missed #GivingTuesday on December 3, there is still a chance to donate online and help children who have special needs in our community this holiday season. By visiting www.crowdrise.com/thelittlethings, you can help with our annual membership campaign, The Little Things.
#GivingTuesday
This year Rainbows United is participating in #givingtuesday on December 3. Like Black Friday, Small Business Saturday or Cyber Monday, #givingtuesday is a day in the week following Thanksgiving that is dedicated to encouraging bigger, better and smarter charitable giving during the holiday season. We will be encouraging our supporters to reach out through social […]
Capitol Federal Fashion Showroom
This year Fashion Passion will have a special addition thanks to Capitol Federal. The Capitol Federal Fashion Showroom will be next to the entrance at the Beech Activity Center. Inside the room you will find a red carpet photo booth, a preview of the live auction items, Purchase with a Purpose information, and an […]
Live Auction Preview for Fashion Passion
Get Your Motor Runnin’ Be a special VIP guest of Porsche at the North American International Auto Show January 14-18, 2014. This five day/four night VIP Package includes: Round-trip airfare for two (2) from Wichita airport to Detroit, MI; Four nights of hotel accommodations; Tickets to the Porsche VIP Breakfast that include early admission before […]
Friends of the Heart
Formerly called Friends of Rainbows United, the Friends of the Heart had their first event in 2003, a book shower that collected nearly 100 books for Rainbows. This group was founded to enrich the lives of the children and families served by Rainbows through volunteerism, friend raising, and fundraising. They foster community support for Rainbows […]