Saint Luke's’ Post

Our SPECTRA and Women’s Connections Groups proudly sponsored their first community donation event in support of Care Beyond The Boulevard, a Kansas City-based nonprofit serving individuals experiencing housing insecurity. In just five days, employees across Saint Luke’s collected more than two full van loads of warm-weather gear and essential supplies—an incredible response that far exceeded goals. These employee-led Connections Groups bring team members together around shared identities, experiences, and interests—fostering connection and belonging while supporting professional growth and strengthening community impact. The outpouring of donations reflected a commitment to caring beyond hospital and clinic walls. Coats, blankets, hand warmers, tarps, protein snacks, and other critical items will help individuals stay warm and safe during the coldest months of the year. Every box filled and every item donated represents compassion in action. "Gratitude goes out to everyone who participated, donated, shared the message, or helped move boxes and organize collections,” says Meredith Cantrell, Women’s Connection co-lead. “Together, our teams proved how quickly a collective effort can translate into support for neighbors in need.” When we come together with compassion and purpose, we can make a meaningful difference—one warm coat, one kind gesture, and one neighbor at a time.