Press Room Archives - Giving the Basics

KCTV5 3 Degree Guarantee segment featuring Giving the Basics as the October recipient

KCTV5 3 Degree Guarantee October Recipient: Giving the Basics

Watch the full segment on KCTV5 Giving the Basics is the October recipient of the KCTV5 First Warn 5 3 Degree Guarantee, sponsored by DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers. Attorneys Richard James and Dustin DeVaughn of DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers joined Giving the Basics President and Founder Teresa Hamilton on KCTV5 to talk about the initiative

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2025 Impact Report

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KCTV5 News Student Volunteering Story

Press Room, Uncategorized, Volunteer

🎥 Watch the story from KCTV5 and see the impact volunteering makes. A high school student who volunteered with us this weekend shared something simple but powerful: “I get to help the community and others who aren’t as fortunate.” Students understand what it means when someone their age has access to shampoo, deodorant, and other

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How Hygiene Support Helps Students Feel They Belong

Press Room, School Hygiene

Every student deserves to feel confident, included, and ready to learn. In this ‪@KMBC‬ 9 News story, a school social worker shares how something as simple as access to shampoo, deodorant, or a clean uniform can make a world of difference in a child’s confidence and sense of belonging. Through Spring Showers, Giving the Basics

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Giving the Basics Wins a Philly Award!

Events, Press Room

Shining Bright: Giving the Basics Wins a Philly Award for Spring Showers for Dignity! November 5th, was a night to remember at the historic Vox Theatre in Kansas City, Kansas—a venue that's no stranger to celebrations, with its vintage charm and buzzing energy. Under twinkling lights and surrounded by KC’s nonprofit finest, Giving the Basics

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Top Royals Prospects Volunteer at Giving the Basics

Press Room, Volunteer

On Friday, September 20 2025, several Kansas City Royals Organizational Award Winners started their Futures Night by lending a hand to help families in need. Thank you to KMBC 9 News for covering the event and for sharing the experience of one local star, Carter Jensen.

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Giving the Basics Now Serves Every School District in KS!

Press Room, School Hygiene

📺 Big news to kick off back-to-school season! We’re honored to share on ‪@kctv5‬ that Giving the Basics is now providing essential hygiene items to every single school district in Kansas—helping more than 490,000 students start the year with confidence. From deodorant and toothpaste to soap and shampoo, these basics restore dignity, improve attendance, and

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