Serving 1,000+ People Each Year Through Direct Street Outreach

Street Support KC provides direct, person-to-person outreach to people experiencing homelessness by delivering essential supplies, compassion, and community support.

Who We Are

Man and woman loading moving boxes and plastic bins into a truck for Street Support KC.

Street Support KC is a Kansas City–based 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to serving individuals experiencing homelessness through consistent, hands-on outreach.

On the first Saturday of each month, our volunteers meet people where they are and distribute critical items like food, clothing, blankets, sleeping bags, and hygiene supplies.

More than just meeting physical needs, we aim to show dignity, respect, and human connection to every person we serve.

Founder Story

Street Support KC started in 2023 with something simple.

After living in downtown Kansas City, I began noticing more and more people experiencing homelessness—many of whom were clearly in need of basic essentials and human connection. It was hard to ignore, and even harder to walk past without doing something.

I started small, handing out socks and drawstring backpacks to a handful of people on the street. There was no formal plan—just a desire to help in a direct, personal way.

What began as a few small interactions quickly grew. Others wanted to get involved. Donations started coming in. And over time, those one-on-one moments turned into something much bigger.

Today, Street Support KC organizes monthly outreach events with more than 40 volunteers, serving over 100 individuals each month with food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and other essential items.

Even as we’ve grown, the mission has stayed the same: show up consistently, meet people where they are, and treat every person with dignity, respect, and care.

Matthew Entringer

Executive Director

How We Operate

Street Support KC is built on one simple idea: show up and help.

On the first Saturday of each month, we bring volunteers together in downtown Kansas City to meet people where they are—no barriers, no requirements, just direct support.

Each month, 40+ volunteers serve over 100 individuals by distributing:

  • Food

  • Clothing

  • Hygiene supplies

  • Blankets and sleeping bags

  • Other essential items

We also partner with local organizations to provide additional support like basic medical care, harm reduction resources, and food distribution.

By showing up consistently, we’re able to build trust, form real relationships, and create a sense of community with the people we serve.

2025 Nonprofit Impact

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1,000+ people helped

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$62,000+ Raised

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250+ volunteers

What Makes Us Different

Street Support KC takes a simple, direct approach to helping people—and that’s what sets us apart.

We meet people where they are
Our outreach happens on the street, face-to-face. No applications, no barriers—just real support for people who need it.

We show up consistently
We’re there every month. That consistency builds trust, creates familiarity, and allows us to form real relationships over time.

We keep it human
This isn’t just about handing out supplies. It’s about treating every person with dignity, respect, and genuine care.

We focus on immediate impact
Donations go directly toward items people need right now—food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and more—so support is felt immediately.

We’re community-driven
Everything we do is powered by volunteers, donors, and local partners who care about making a difference in Kansas City.

At the end of the day, we’re not trying to reinvent the system—we’re simply showing up, month after month, to make a real impact in people’s lives.

Leadership & Board

Matthew Entringer, Executive Director & President


Matthew founded Street Support KC in 2023 and leads the organization’s outreach efforts, partnerships, and overall mission.

Cathy Entringer, Vice President


Cathy supports the organization’s operations and helps ensure outreach efforts run smoothly, bringing a strong commitment to serving others and supporting the local community.

Mike Entringer, Secretary


Mike plays a key role in organizational oversight and coordination, helping maintain structure and consistency as Street Support KC continues to grow.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Street Support KC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides outreach to people experiencing homelessness in Kansas City. We hold monthly outreach events in downtown Kansas City that provide food, clothing, and other essential items to those in need.

  • Yes, homelessness affects almost 2,000 men, women and children in the Kansas City area. It often results from factors such as economic challenges, mental health issues, substance abuse and lack of affordable housing. Supporting the homeless in Kansas City is crucial because it addresses a significant issue in our area. 

    Through charitable giving you can help the vulnerable homeless community in Kansas City. When you donate to Street Support KC, you’re ensuring these men and women have basic items like socks, underwear, t-shirts, snacks, toiletries and other essentials. 

  • In recent years the Kansas City area has witnessed a concerning rise in our homeless population. Our area has seen a 193% rise in homelessness in just the last few years. 

    This is why donations to local charities like Street Support KC play a pivotal role in creating positive change. By donating to nonprofit organizations in Kansas City like Street Support KC, we can help improve the lives of homeless individuals in our region.

  • We know there are a lot of nonprofits to donate to in Kansas City. By donating to Street Support KC, you're supporting a grassroots organization that directly helps those in need. Every dollar goes directly to supporting our mission and those we serve.
     
    And since Street Support KC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit your donation is also tax-deductible, providing you with potential financial benefits while making a positive impact on the lives of others. 

  • Absolutely! Chartiable giving is an important part of addressing homelessness at a local level. Every donation to our charity, no matter how small, helps the homeless in Kansas City. Donating to Street Support KC provides essential ítems that most people take for granted like a clean pair of socks or some snacks to fight off hunger. 

    Our collective efforts can positively impact the lives of those experiencing homelessness in Kansas City as we work towards long-term solutions for our entire community.

Past Outreach Events

People at a Street Support KC homeless outreach event.
People gather around tables at a Street Support KC outreach event, with backpacks and luggage nearby, against a stone wall backdrop.
People standing in line at an outdoor event, with tables and boxes on the table, on a city street with buildings in the background.
Group of people standing in a line on a sidewalk, looking into bins and having conversations, with volunteers at a Street Support KC event.
People in jackets and hats receive food at an outdoor table during a community event with Street Support KC.
People serving food and drinks at a community event table for Street Support KC, with food packets, bottled water, and supplies.
Group of people in winter clothing handing out food and supplies from boxes on a table outside in snowy weather for Street Support KC
People standing and sitting at outdoors table at a Street Support KC event.
People browsing clothing and accessories at Street Support KC event.
Homeless people are standing outside receiving essential items at a Street Support KC event in Kansas City, Missouri.
People gathered around a table with food outside for a Street Support KC event in Kansas City, Missouri.
A group of people gathered around piles of clothing at a Street Support KC event.

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