Reconnecting to Our Why: A Morning of Purpose, Faith, and Fostering Connections
Behind every role in child and family well-being is a
Our Stories
Stories shaping our communities
Our Stories
Stories shaping
our communities
People change lives
Because of you we can make a larger impact through our programs and services – the connections and investment of so many people have inspired positive change in thousands of lives. Here are just a few of those stories.
Ready to be part of stories like these? Find out how you can help.
Tossing Bags, Building Hope: Cornament for Hope Brings the Community Together
A little friendly competition can go a long way, especially
Helping the People Who Help People: EmberHope HR at Kansas SHRM
When EmberHope’s HR team traveled to Manhattan for the 2026
Local artist and youth advocate, Micala Gingrich Gaylord works with EmberHope Youthville’s residential youth as part of a trauma-based, expressive arts program on the Newton campus.
The artwork represents each artist’s personal experience, trauma, hopes, dreams, and goals. EmberHope Youthville’s expressive arts program strives to provide a productive outlet
and a means of self-expression for youth struggling to find their voice.
You are invited to “Walk-A-Mile in their shoes” to inspire hope, healing, and action for children who have faced unimaginable levels of trauma.
Don’t miss out on this year’s unforgettable Walk-A-Mile exhibition currently on display at local churches partnering with us for our Walk-A-Mile church tour.
Explore past Walk-A-Mile Exhibit Partners.
- Great Bend First United Methodist Church
- Dodge City First United Methodist Church
- College Hill United Methodist Church
- Salina First United Methodist Church
- McPherson First United Methodist Church
- Trinity Heights United Methodist Church: Newton, KS
Discover Upcoming Walk-Mile-Events.
- April 7-21: Wichita First United Methodist Church
- April 21- May 15: Worden Cornerstone Church in Baldwin City, KS
- May 12-26: Dodge City Church of the Nazarene
Want to help share these powerful stories with more people, become a sponsor, or a host location? Contact us and mention Walk-A-Mile Support.
Contact Mitch Drees at 785.643.3890 or email at mdrees@emberhope.org for more information.