Community Events

Join WPS at a community engagement session to share feedback on the 2026 Bond proposals. You can even "Build A Bond" to craft your own project proposal and share it.

When: April 7th - April 23rd, times vary by date.

Where: Locations vary by date.

For more information, visit wpsbond.org.

The Urban League offers digital literacy classes every month. When you complete 10 hours of in-class or one-on-one training, you will be eligible to check out a laptop.

Where: Urban League of Kansas
             2418 E 9th St N, Wichita, KS 67214

For more information, call 316-512-1071.

Watermark Books is having an author event featuring Sheinelle Jones, author of Through Mom's Eyes. She will be discussing the book with Carla Eckels.

When: Saturday, April 18th, 5:00 PM

Where: Grace Presbyterian Church
             5002 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67208

Reserve your spot at watermarkbooks.com.

Wichita Public Libraries is partnering with NexStep Alliance to offer a tech help series. Come visit for assistance with digital skills.

When: March 12th - June 4th from 4:30 - 6:30 PM

Where: Maya Angelou Library
             3051 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67214

Contact Parker Daniel at 316-688-9580 or email pdaniel@wichita.gov to sign up.

Wichita State University Tech Healthcare Academy CARE Series teaches caregivers how to navigate different issues through four series of lessons over lunch.

When: Fridays, March 13th - April 24th

            from 11 AM - 12 PM

Where: Maya Angelou Library
             3051 E 21st St N, Wichita, KS 67214

Sign up at wichitalibrary.org/events.

The Urban League offers digital literacy classes every month. When you complete 10 hours of in-class or one-on-one training, you will be eligible to check out a laptop.

Where: Urban League of Kansas
             2418 E 9th St N, Wichita, KS 67214

For more information, call 316-512-1071.

The Building Knowledge and Opportunities Foundation invites the Wichita community to an unforgettable evening of elegance, inspiration, and celebration at “A Night of Enchantment: The Pearl Ball.”

When: Saturday, April 25th, 5:30 PM

Where: WSU Eugene M. Hughes Metro. Complex
              5015 E. 29th Street N. Wichita, KS 67220

Get your tickets here: https://givebutter.com/fashionetta-2026-lxoou5

The 2026 Justice Together Nehemiah Assembly will unite over 1,500 people of faith from across Sedgwick County to call on local officials to enact community-driven solutions to gun violence, affordable housing, and homelessness.

When: Monday, April 27th, 6:00 PM

Where: WSU Eugene M. Hughes Metro. Complex              5015 E. 29th Street N. Wichita, KS 67220

For more information, call 316-469-5055

Citylife Church will have a Citywide Prayer Meeting on the National Day of Prayer. The community will come together to pray 1 Chronicles 16:24 over the nation and church.

When: Thursday, May 7th, 7:00 PM

Where: Citylife Church
             216 E 2nd St, Wichita, KS 67202

The Sedgwick County Community Health Action and its community partners invite your church to participate in No Menthol Sunday (May 17th). This initiative, led by The Center for Black Health and Equity, raises awareness about the harmful impact of menthol tobacco products in the African American community.

For more information, contact Dedria Fountain, DSW, at 3165194619 or email dedria.fountain@urbanleagueks.org

CarePortal is a care-sharing technology that drives action for local kids and families in crisis. Organizations can sign up to be care sites and will be notified when someone within the area is in need. CarePortal will also provide funds to help those in need.

For more information, call (816) 895-8608 or go to www.careportal.org.

KanQuit is an organization to help you quit smoking. You can call 24/7 for FREE help to quit smoking or go to KSquit.org

Your children can join Cub Scouts (previously Boy Scouts, but now integrated.). The White Buffalo Team is welcoming new scouts to learn, grow and explore. Contact Alisha Kortje

Alisha.Kortje@sounting.org or 316-251-5183

The Kansas Department of Health & Environment has a program to help anyone who is ready to quit smoking tobacco and vaping. Go to mylifemyquit.org or text "Start My Quit" to 36072.

If you want Wichita to be well HopeNet ask you to pray for Wichita. Pray for mental health and welllness, stability for those facing poverty, generational healing and hope, resilient children, and strong unified families.

For more information on HopeNet contact 316-684-4673 or go to hopenetwichita.org.

The Sedgwick County Community Health Action Team wants you to join in on the Great American SmokeOUT. Help to increase awareness of the harm that tabacco and vaping have and help youth and adults end their smoking habit.

To help or for more information contact Deidra Fountain at 316-519-4619 or deidra.fountain@urbanleagueks.org

Presumptive Eligibility (PE) is a process that offers short-term coverage of health care services for Kansans with limited incomes who are not currently receiving Medicaid. The goal of PE is to provide consumers with immediate access to health care.

For more information or to sign up contact the Urban League of Kansas at 316-521-1071.

The Urban League is offering FREE Narcan training at your site or the Urban League. You'll learn the signs and symptoms of opioid overdose, overdose prevention strategies, Narcan administration, the Good Samaritan Law, and helpful information and resources.

For more information or to sign up contact Jennifer Hartley at jennifer.hartley@urbanleagueks.org.

Use these resources or provide them to families to help drug endangered children.

The mission of the Sedgwick County KS Alliance is to collaborate with individuals and organizations to identify, rescue, defend and advocate for, drug endangered children in Sedgwick County Kansas.

Use these resources or provide them to families to help drug endangered children.

The mission of the Sedgwick County KS Alliance is to collaborate with individuals and organizations to identify, rescue, defend and advocate for, drug endangered children in Sedgwick County Kansas.

The Urban League of Kansas has the Scholars Hub, an after school tutoring program through the Family Resource Center. Student from K-12 get one-on-one academic support.

Weekly: Tues. & Thurs. 4:30-6:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.

The Urban League of Kansas has the Parent Social Hour, a welcoming space for new and experienced parents and guardians to come together, share their experiences, and learn from one another.

Second Wednesdays: 6:00-7:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.

The Urban League of Kansas hosts the Youth Advisory Council. This group equips teens with education and tools to become effective problem solvers.

Third Wednesdays: 4:00-5:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.

The Urban League of Kansas hosts the Parent Advisory Council (PAC). This group provides leadership for the Family Resource Center by providing input and guidance on programs, workshops, and activities.

First Mondays: 6:00-7:00PM
For more information call 316-512-1071.

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Sedgwick County's mission is to caring trained volunteers to advocate for the abused and neglected children of our community so that each child can reach their full potential. To be a volunteer go to casaofsedgwickcounty.org.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Wichita is dedicated to building better lives for thousands in & around Sedgwick County affected by mental health conditions.

Click here for events!

Click here for the resource guide!

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Wichita is dedicated to building better lives for thousands in & around Sedgwick County affected by mental health conditions.

Click here for more information!

Click here for the resource guide!

The Urban League now has a computer learning lab where you can learn digital technology skills, job search, write a resume, or research resources. You can also get FREE one-on-one computer training. Call the Urban League at 316-202-5217 for more information.

The Friends Youth Institute is designed for students to slow down, practice God's presence, and integrate faith into every aspect of life. Churches are welcome to connect with their youth by hosting Chapel Thursdays, engaging in round table discussions, hosting bible studies, and adopting a sports team to support throughout the season.

Friends University students can earn Spiritual Life Credits (SLC) to explore the Christian faith & deepen their walk with God.

Churches can partner by connecting with Campus Ministries staff with ideas and ways to connect with students. To partner contact campusministires@friends.edu.