reStart Inc.

reStart Inc. ​We work to empower people facing homelessness by providing housing and services that inspire hope. Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/reStartKCMO

45 years. One vision: A Kansas City that is home for everyone.Since 1981, reStart has helped individuals and families fi...
08/22/2026

45 years. One vision: A Kansas City that is home for everyone.

Since 1981, reStart has helped individuals and families find a path from homelessness to housing. On September 17th, we’re bringing our community together for Homecoming: Kansas City, A Home for Everyone.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating 45 years of impact while raising critical funds for our Family Lodge, where more families now have a safe place to stay, regroup, and take their next steps toward permanent housing.

✨ Celebrate 45 years of reStart
🏡 Help make home possible for more KC families
🥂 Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, auctions, and impact
❤️ Be part of what comes next

Thank you to our incredible sponsors for supporting reStart and helping make Homecoming possible! There’s still time to join them.

Become an event sponsor or purchase individual tickets and be part of an evening dedicated to making Kansas City a home for everyone. Visit www.restartinc.org/events

We’ll see you at Homecoming!

Story 21 of 45: "If it weren't for reStart, my son would not have made it." This mother's story is a reminder that homel...
08/18/2026

Story 21 of 45: "If it weren't for reStart, my son would not have made it." This mother's story is a reminder that homelessness doesn't discriminate.

Homelessness affects people who are deeply loved. People with parents who never stopped answering the phone. People with families who never stopped hoping. People whose lives changed because of circumstances that spiraled beyond anyone's control.

Her son is a veteran. He returned home from Iraq, struggled with chronic pain after back surgery, lost his job, and began self-medicating.

Ten years later, she still credits reStart with helping save her son's life.

Stable housing creates the space for healing, recovery, and a second chance. And sometimes, it helps a family find their way back to one another.

Support our work today by visiting our website.

Volunteer Spotlight | Lockton Human Resources Team💙A huge thank you to the Lockton HR Volunteer Group for being part of ...
08/15/2026

Volunteer Spotlight | Lockton Human Resources Team💙

A huge thank you to the Lockton HR Volunteer Group for being part of a very special milestone at reStart: helping move our very first families into Family Lodge!

The team went above and beyond at both of our locations. At Central Lodge, they painted the lobby, helped move our first families into their new spaces at Family Lodge, and cleaned the suites after families moved out.

At Family Lodge, they helped build welcome baskets, set up rooms, and clean and prepare suites for families arriving at their new home.

Being the volunteers who helped welcome our very first families into Family Lodge makes their contribution especially meaningful. Every box moved, room cleaned, basket built, and detail completed helped make that first move-in day possible.

Thank you, Lockton HR, for showing up for this milestone and helping us welcome families home. We’re so grateful to have had you alongside us for the beginning of this exciting new chapter!

🚨 We're hiring, Kansas City. As reStart expands to serve more families, youth, and individuals experiencing homelessness...
08/14/2026

🚨 We're hiring, Kansas City.

As reStart expands to serve more families, youth, and individuals experiencing homelessness, we're growing our team and looking for compassionate, mission driven professionals who want to be part of something bigger.

Join us for our Rapid reStart Hiring Event and explore opportunities that create lasting change in our community.

📅 Wednesday, September 9, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
📍 918 E. 9th St., Kansas City, MO

Current opportunities include:
• Behavior Support Specialist
• Youth Care Worker
• Housing Case Manager
• Food Services Cook
• PRN Youth Care Worker
• PRN Behavior Support Specialist

What to expect:
✔️ Submit your resume
✔️ Participate in an on the spot interview
✔️ Qualified candidates may receive a same day employment offer

What to bring:
📄 An updated resume
🪪 Identification
❤️ A passion for mission driven work

Ready to build a career that creates hope and transforms lives?

Apply now, email [email protected], or visit https://www.restartinc.org/careers to learn more.

Volunteer Spotlight | Springline Advisory 💙A huge thank you to the team at Springline Advisory for spending time at reSt...
08/13/2026

Volunteer Spotlight | Springline Advisory 💙

A huge thank you to the team at Springline Advisory for spending time at reStart’s Family Lodge!

Their team jumped in to help move and arrange furniture, clean rooms, and freshen up couches throughout the Lodge. These behind-the-scenes projects make a big difference in creating a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for families as they settle in.

We’re so grateful for volunteers who are willing to roll up their sleeves and help us make Family Lodge feel like home. Thank you, Springline Advisory, for being part of it!

A huge thank you to United Way of Greater Kansas City for helping our students head back to school feeling prepared, con...
08/12/2026

A huge thank you to United Way of Greater Kansas City for helping our students head back to school feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn!

Through their partnership with FNBO, 130 backpacks filled with school supplies were donated to reStart students. These backpacks are more than just school supplies. They represent opportunity, confidence, and a community that believes in the potential of every child.

We are so grateful to United Way and FNBO for making sure the children and youth we serve have the tools they need to start the school year strong. Thank you for investing in our students and helping them thrive!

Story 20 of our 45 Stories for 45 Years: Cecilia G. Cecilia spent two years doing everything she could to stay housed. S...
08/10/2026

Story 20 of our 45 Stories for 45 Years: Cecilia G.

Cecilia spent two years doing everything she could to stay housed. She was working, paying for a motel she could afford, and fighting to keep a roof over her head. When the health department closed the motel, she suddenly had nowhere to go.

After spending time at a warming shelter, Cecilia was connected with reStart. Here, she found more than a safe place to stay. She found access to resources, support, and the dignity of having her basic needs met while she worked toward a more stable future.

But what makes Cecilia’s story especially powerful is what she chose to do with her experience.

Rather than letting homelessness define her, Cecilia wants to use her voice to help others. She is learning about resources throughout Kansas City, connecting with organizations, and preparing to share her story with the hope of creating change for others facing homelessness.

“I want to figure out a way to make it work for all these other individuals too.”

Cecilia’s story is a reminder that homelessness is rarely as simple as it looks from the outside. Behind every story is a person, a set of circumstances, and a future that is still being written.

Become a monthly donor today and help ensure reStart is there with stability, resources, and support when our neighbors need it most: https://bit.ly/4v9YPkx

Join us for our August Coffee & Conversations this Thursday at 10:00 AM 💙☕Come hear what’s happening at reStart and get...
08/10/2026

Join us for our August Coffee & Conversations this Thursday at 10:00 AM 💙☕

Come hear what’s happening at reStart and get an inside look at what’s ahead as we continue expanding pathways to stable housing across Kansas City. From the opening of Family Lodge to the work underway through upStart, a lot is happening, and we’d love to share it with you.

Whether you’re looking to get involved, learn more about our work, or simply connect with others who care about our community, Coffee & Conversations is a great place to start.

We hope to see you there!

Register here: https://www.restartinc.org/event-details/coffee-and-conversations-2026-08-13-10-00

As families move into reStart's Family Lodge, we're collecting new or gently used kitchen essentials to help each family...
08/07/2026

As families move into reStart's Family Lodge, we're collecting new or gently used kitchen essentials to help each family start this new chapter with the items they need most. From plastic dishware and utensils to pots, pans, and crockpots, every donation helps create a welcoming space where families can build new routines and lasting memories.

If you're able to give, we'd be so grateful for your support. Visit our amazon wishlist here:https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3MOIJ1LYWTL2L?ref_=wl_share

Or Donations can be dropped off at reStart's Family Lodge, 3517 Main St., Kansas City, MO.

If you have any questions, contact us at [email protected].

Together, we can help every family feel at home from the moment they walk through the door 💙

August's From the Desk of Stephanie Boyer is here.As students head back to school, Stephanie shares why stable housing i...
08/06/2026

August's From the Desk of Stephanie Boyer is here.

As students head back to school, Stephanie shares why stable housing is one of the most important foundations for a child's success. Learn how reStart's new Family Lodge is helping more families begin the school year with the safety, stability, and support they need to thrive.

To read the full blog post, visit www.restartinc.org/blog.

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918 E 9th Street
Kansas City, MO
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