By Ben Gillig, LCS Intern & KU Grad Student When someone becomes homeless, it can be a traumatizing experience involving isolation, judgement, uncertainty, discrimination, and...
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Volunteer Reflection
My first experiences at the shelter were a couple of years ago, cooking and serving lunch. I was happy to use these skills I’d picked...
Celebrate National Volunteer Week 2021 with Marah and Allison
Our names are Marah and Allison, two roommates who weekly volunteer at the Lawrence Community Shelter. Initially, we volunteered at the warehouse to run the...
Celebrate National Volunteer Week 2021 with Sophia Nangia
Why We Need a Compassionate Community By Sophia Nangia, Lawrence Community Shelter Volunteer I had the opportunity to volunteer at the EconoLodge during the time...
Civic Integrity Talk and Award Video
Watch Mike Brouwer receive the LCS Civic Integrity Award, and hear local leaders discuss the intersection of homelessness, mental health, and the criminal justice system.
Runway to a Positive Future 2017 Promotional Video
We hope you enjoy this promotional video for our first Runway to a Positive Future Fashion Show, August 18, 2017, at Abe and Jake’s.
Chocolate and Tea at Three 2017
Relive a wonderful afternoon of community and charity with these photographs, by Chris Ortiz, of 2017’s Chocolate and Tea at Three, our annual fundraising event....
