09/28/2026
I wanted to send one last follow up/ update about the donations people brought in on Friday. They reached their destination safely and we had two SUVs filled absolutely to the brim with food, baby clothes, and a variety of other essentials! My heart is full with how quickly the entire city mobilized to help those in need. As I sit here on Monday and recap, I think about how difficult, and at times, heart-breaking 2026 has been for many of us. But how ready and willing people are to stand on the side of humanity, and offer their time, skills, and resources in the pursuit of kindness, basic decency, and justice.
What is also clear to me is the need for people to stay connected and continue developing local systems of care. Luckily, there are plenty of groups in Wichita who are doing the difficult (and oftentimes thankless) work. None of us have to start from scratch! In addition to these care and aid organizations, there are plenty of events, music shows, bookclubs, and all sorts of activities happening around Wichita that can help us strengthen our ties, share perspectives, and share resources. You can oftentimes find genuine connection and friendship when you make a conscious decision to get involved in something. If you are ever curious about some of these groups, a great starting place is for you to swing by the cafe and check out our community board!
And we'll remind everyone that if you have a local group that is looking for a place to meet on a regular basis, we have an event space next to the cafe that is free to use for community groups and clubs that generally align with our overarching mission to build inclusive and creative connections throughout Wichita. You can email [email protected] to inquire about space availability.
Thank you once again to all of you and we hope you are having a beautiful Monday.