For seven years, Creative Planning has been a cornerstone of support for Giving the Basics. On April 12th, an annual tradition, marked by passion and purpose, saw more than 100 volunteers from Creative Planning come together to package hygiene items—soap, toothbrushes, deodorant, and more—for families and children in need. As we reflect on this milestone, it’s clear this event is more than a day of service; it’s a powerful testament to community, dignity, and sustained commitment.

Dedication to Dignity

Since 2018, Creative Planning has rallied its team to support Giving the Basics’ mission, helping ensure that no one in the Kansas City area goes without essential hygiene products. Over the past decade, this event has grown into a flagship volunteer effort, with 100 team members now filling the non-profit’s warehouse each spring. Their work directly addresses a hidden crisis: 33% of low-income families lack access to soap, and 42% of students miss school due to hygiene-related insecurities.