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“Since coming to HALO, I have started school, obtained employment, made great friendships and grown as a person overall. I feel empowered to reach all my goals and I have hope for my future. HALO is like a big family.”HALO Youth VALOn March 14th, Capital Bluffs Event Center came alive with glamour and excitement as we were sold out for …
This holiday season was filled with joy and love for HALO youth and alumni thanks to the kindness and generosity of HALO supporters.HALO youth, alumni, and staff celebrated the holiday season around the world. For thousands of kids, HALO provides the foundation of a family for children in Uganda, Kenya, Mexico, Kansas City, and Jefferson City, Missouri. Smiles filled HALO …
HALO is proud to recognize our Summer 2025 Interns as the August Volunteers of the Month from both our Kansas City and Jefferson City locations. Over the past few months, these hardworking individuals have dedicated their time, energy, and hearts to serving HALO’s mission. From supporting daily operations, to being directly involved in activities, they all played a vital role. …
At HALO, we believe that art comes in many forms. The Jefferson City Learning Center embraced artistic photography as a powerful tool for self-expression. HALO Youth began by heading outside to take a photo that reflected how they were feeling in the moment. They then gave their image a title based on the emotion it captured. From there, everyone wrote …
At HALO, we believe that healing and growth can begin with a sense of community. Central Church has provided a supportive community for the Jefferson City Learning Center every week through their generous giving and endless support. Every week, they have provided youth with the opportunity to use their gym to play basketball, a hobby which they all love, along …
At HALO, summer is more than just a season. It’s a time of meaningful connection, healing, and fun!Over the past few months, our youth have experienced a summer filled with joy, laughter, and opportunities to grow alongside a community that truly cares. From sunny afternoons spent outside to special celebrations that brought everyone together, this summer was all about making …
Everyone deserves to feel strong physically, mentally, and emotionally. For the youth at the Jefferson City Learning Center, Marcel is who helps them achieve this strength. Marcel dedicates his time to leading workout sessions for the youth at the Jefferson City Learning Center. Marcel provides youth with much more than just a workout, giving them a place to feel seen, …
Each month at HALO, our strong volunteer team helps us provide the foundation of a home for children without one. Thanks to our July Volunteers of the Month, we have been better able to provide warm meals, clean spaces, basic supplies, therapeutic art, life skills education, and interpersonal connection.Kansas City Volunteers of the Month for July are Olivia & Tati. These …
At HALO, our strong volunteer team helps us reach more kids who need our support every month. Thank you to our May Volunteers of the Month for your behind-the-scenes assistance, which has helped us keep our facilities and vehicles in the best shape to serve our youth.Jefferson City Volunteer of the Month Kyle Ortiz-Russell has done so many incredible things …
We are excited to celebrate our 2025 graduates at HALO Jefferson City. These students have been working tirelessly throughout their high school years. We are proud of all they have accomplished!The journey to graduation is never an easy one, especially with the obstacles of life. Graduation is a moment of accomplishment and celebration for the hard work students have put …
