Simon has been a fighter since the day he was born. Arriving 3 months early and weighing a mere 2 lbs., Simon has overcome many obstacles and fights every day...
Inclusion
Meet Navaeh
Nevaeh is a loving, brave, determined young lady who loves to greet everyone with several “hi”s because she can communicate that by herself without prompting....
Meet the Kids – Bella!
Variety Kid Spotlight - Meet Bella and read about her story from her mom. Bella has complex medical needs, but it is not the sum of who she is. I would tell...
Meet the Kids – Mason!
Mason Silvey is twelve years old and one of four children. Mason was born with spina bifida, and is paralyzed from his waist down. He is the sweetest and most...
Meet the Kids – Marissa!
Marissa is no stranger to adversity. Friedreich's Ataxia (FA) is a disease that respects no rules and is continually presenting new challenges. Marissa amazes...
Meet the Kids-Emerson!
Learn about Emerson and his story... Emerson Bishop is a 20 year old young man. Despite his health and physical...
Meet the Kids – Felix!
Here is a letter from Felix's mom...We first noticed something with Felix at 4 months of age. He has been going to physical therapy, occupational therapy,...
Variety KC Communication Boards- Requests Coming In
This is Exactly what wanted....Other Cities reaching out to use our Communication boards so ALL kids can be included! #varietykc Urban Outreach Coordinator...
Variety International Presidential Award Winner- Heather Hall
2020 Variety International Presidential Citation Nomination Kansas City Councilwoman Heather Hall gets it done! She’s the perfect combination of navigating...
Meet the Kids – Franklin!
Franklin's mom shares the first three years of her sweet son's life: "My kind affectionate son had an interesting first two years of life. Just a few...
Fine Art Stickers- Benefiting Variety KC
Fine Art Stickers by Suze Ford Local Artist Suze Ford is selling her art on stickers to benefit Variety KC - Inspiring and...
October is Awareness Month for Multiple Disabilities
This month marks awareness of multiple special needs and disabilities. ADHD Awareness Month Disability History Month Down Syndrome Awareness Month...