Nurture KC

In the latest episode of the Nurture KC News Podcast, CEO Tracy Russell is joined by Brenda Bandy and Brian Huston of the Paid Leave for Working Kansans Coalition to discuss the current landscape of Paid Family and Medical Leave in Kansas, along with a national overview. The conversation highlights key developments and what they […]

Join Nurture KC for a series of group education sessions. First session: 2/25/26 at 1:30pm – Protecting Your Sexual Health (virtual). Learn basic information on STIs and contraception that can protect your reproductive health. Upcoming topics include: Home Buying 101, Adding Produce to Your Diet, Co-Parenting Successfully, Soft Parenting During Hard Times, Count the Kicks, […]

We’re excited to announce the launch of the Healthy Start Baby App, a new digital resource supporting families enrolled in Nurture KC’s Healthy Start program across the Kansas City metro area.

The free app provides accessible pregnancy and infant health education, helpful tools, and connections to trusted resources – supporting families from pregnancy through early childhood. This initiative is fully funded by a grant from the parent foundation of Healthy Blue in Missouri, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing health equity and improving outcomes for families.

Read more HERE.

We’re hiring! Nurture KC is seeking an Administrative Assistant.

Position Details:

• 32 hours per week (Fridays off)
• Eligible for full benefits
• $45,000 annual salary

Please submit a cover letter and resume to info@nurturekc.org by Friday, January 16.

View the full job description here: Admin Assist 1-26

October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month, and our latest Nurture KC News podcast breaks down the do’s and don’ts of infant safe sleep. CEO Tracy Russell, Healthy Start Program Director Shannon, and Community Health Worker Marisol share their expertise and practical tips to help caregivers create the safest sleep environment for babies.

Tune in to learn how small changes can make a big difference.

Watch and listen here: https://youtu.be/aXIjKtlK41k

Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season! Nurture KC is offering free flu vaccines for ages 6 and up at locations across the KC metro. Stay healthy and help our community stay strong. View dates and locations HERE.  

The upcoming closure of maternity services at HCA Research Medical Center on September 8 could deepen racial disparities in maternal health and limit care for Kansas City families.

Our Chief Executive Officer, Tracy Russell, and a Healthy Start mom who delivered at Research discussed the impact with Cody Holyoke on KMBC 9’s Heart of the Matter.

Watch the full story here: http://bit.ly/46XaJEA

Join Nurture KC CEO Tracy Russell, Kansas lobbyist Sean Gatewood, and Community Engagement Director Ahkeya Howard as they unpack the 2025 legislative sessions in Kansas and Missouri and share key federal updates that could impact families across our region. Tune in for an insightful conversation at the intersection of policy and public health. You won’t want to miss it!

Listen now: https://youtu.be/bBDZGu8KiBg

We’re excited to welcome Derek Braun to the Nurture KC Board of Directors. Derek brings expertise in finance and economics, with degrees from Park University and the University of Sussex. He leads financial strategy at FairWave Specialty Coffee and is a Chartered Financial Analyst. Outside of work, he enjoys trail running, photography, and exploring local coffee shops.

View our full 2025–26 Board of Directors here: https://nurturekc.org/about-us/team/

Nurture KC is at the forefront of working through coalitions to bring about policy change for the families we serve. We are thrilled to share that Nurture KC is one of 51 organizations selected for funding by the Health Forward Foundation, which will be utilized for the work of the Paid Leave for All Kansans […]