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Black Lives Matter!
As a Latino mother, raising three young adults, leading a Latino serving organization, I am heartbroken as I reflect over the past two weeks. Processing my feelings not because of the continued injustice and unrest in our country, but for the continued disregard of…
Learn about El Centro’s Efforts During Covid-19
El Centro is proud to play an active role in softening the impact of the current pandemic by helping the Latino community. Learn about our efforts during Covid-19 and join us! Over 8,500 people fed 220 applications for unemployment, SNAP or Kancare benefits Utility…
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New Report Shows Kansas Fell from 8th to 27th Healthiest State
We can and must do better and El Centro is committed to support changes that improve the lives of those we serve. KHF-America's Health Rankings
El Centro and Tu Familia, Inc.- Offer Free Calls to Mexico
El Centro is excited to offer a great opportunity with Tu Familia for our clients and families to connect with their families in Mexico FREE using Tu Familia's Tu Fono app. Simply use the El Centro Promo Code: ELCKC now through January 6th and get free calls to...
El Centro Holiday Office Hours
El Centro Holiday Office Hours are as follows: Tuesday December 23, 2014 8:00am-2:00pm Wednesday December 24. 2014 CLOSED Thursday December 25, 2014 CLOSED Friday December 26, 2014 8:00am-5:00pm Monday December 29, 2014 8:00am-5:00pm Tuesday December 30, 2014...
United Community Services of Johnson County (UCS) Annual Meeting
El Centro was proud to attend the 2014 UCS Annual Meeting this week. We are a current grant recipient of the Human Service Fund, along with 12 other local non-profit organizations. Picture here from left to right are: Mary Estrada, UCS Board Member, Irene Caudillo,...
Choose El Centro This Giving Tuesday
It is Giving Tuesday; please think about giving to El Centro! El Centro depends on individuals throughout our community to partner with us and assist us to provide services such as dual language preschool, financial empowerment workshops, health education and health...
Thanksgiving Luncheon Draws Large Crowd
250 guests attended El Centro's annual Thanksgiving Luncheon this week at the Academy for Children. Guests included parents, donors, funders, board members, elected officials, community members and staff. All were treated to a performance by the children and enjoyed...
Statement from El Centro’s President & CEO
El Centro's President and CEO, Irene Caudillo, issued a statement today regarding President Obama's Executive Action. President's executive action
Healthcare Marketplace Now Open
El Centro is providing assistance with enrollment for healthcare coverage under the Affordable Care Act. Enrollment runs from November 15, 2014 through February 15, 2015. We have Spanish Language Certified Application Councilors in both our Wyandotte and Johnson...
Caudillo Speaks at United Way’s Annual Meeting
El Centro's President and CEO Irene Caudillo served as the agency speaker at the United Way of Wyandotte County's Annual Meeting. Ms. Caudillo spoke of the importance of the partnership that El Centro has with United Way and how that partnership effects positive...
Trick or Treat Village
The 19th Annual Trick or Treat Village was a tremendous success. Held at El Centro's Academy for Children, the event attracted over 500 children. We would like to thank Argentine Kommunity Awareness (A.K.A.) and area merchants for sponsoring the event. Looking...