Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City is a renowned Kansas City organization that pairs adults with children to mentor them through one-on-one relationships, helping build their potential for a bigger and brighter future. Their mission revolves around improving academic performance, improving relationships with friends and families, strengthening self-concept, and providing opportunities for social and cultural enrichment.

The American Royal is a non-profit with a mission to be the nation’s leading organization providing education and engagement regarding food and agriculture. For nearly half a million youth and adults, the American Royal provides opportunities through numerous programs and events. Their mission is to create a world where food and agriculture are celebrated.

The Bishop Sullivan Center is committed to helping people struggling with financial hardships with a variety of different programs. Their three main pillars center around food, jobs, and aid. Programs include a food pantry, household assistance, employment services, access to medical equipment and prescriptions, and more.

The Peace Partnership’s mission is to provide financially disadvantaged families and children with high-quality low cost counseling that focuses on creating meaningful, personal relationships.

Mother’s Refuge provides young women who are homeless, pregnant or parenting with shelter and education. Their services are designed to empower and support them through transitional living programs, medical care, after-care programs, and more.

Want to work with Zarda to raise funds for your own organization? Then Zarda wants to work with you! Through Zarda’s “Hickory Smoked Good Deeds” program, Zarda donates 10% of all sales from 5 – 8 p.m. on a designated Monday or Tuesday towards your organization. Zarda will provide you with a flyer to distribute and a social media image that you can use on your Facebook or Instagram to promote the date of your event. It’s an easy – and delicious – way to raise money for your school, church, group or not-for-profit! To set up your Hickory Smoked Good Deed event, contact Mike Ronchetto at the Blue Springs Zarda location – (816) 229-9999 – or Suzanne Zarda at the Lenexa Zarda location – (913) 492-2330.