A Day of Celebration at Nurture KC’s Community Baby Shower

May 1, 2025

On April 19, we hosted our Community Baby Shower—a joyful day filled with games, gifts, food, and connection for expecting and new moms. The turnout was incredible, and we’re so grateful for the love and support shown to our families.

Special thanks to our amazing exhibitors and to our generous sponsors—the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, University Health KC, and Newborns in Need of KC—for making this event possible.

Black Maternal Health Week – April 11-17

April 14, 2025

In recognition of Black Maternal Health Week 2025, Nurture KC is honoring legacies, fostering healing, and advocating for collective action to advance Black maternal health. We believe every Black mother deserves equitable, culturally affirming care and community-led solutions that create lasting change. As part of this year’s observance, Nurture KC staff have shared their own Healing Legacies - personal reflections that highlight the importance of advocacy in strengthening Black maternal health. Join us in supporting policies and practices that uplift Black mothers, families, and communities.

Nurture KC In the News

April 8, 2025

Nurture KC CEO Tracy Russell addresses the Trump administration’s vaccine funding cuts and their impact on Kansas City. Read the article to learn more.

Trump cuts KC vaccine funding as measles spreads in Kansas. ‘No rational reason’

Nurture KC in the News

April 4, 2025

Take a moment to read this article in the Kansas City Star on vaccines written by our CEO, Tracy Russell.

As measles cases rage, Kansas lawmakers quietly make it easier to opt out of vaccines