Guadalupe Centers, Inc.

Founded in 1919, Guadalupe Centers began as a volunteer school and clinic for Mexican immigrants in Kansas City's Westside. Today, it serves Latino communities across the Kansas City region through community-based programs. Its work includes Health and Human Services, education, and youth recreation, with services delivered from 12 facilities. The organization also provides emergency assistance and supports workforce development and economic opportunity. A documentary project, Shifting Narratives, shares the experiences and contributions of Latino community members in the region. Guadalupe Centers is a longstanding social service organization rooted in the needs and history of the local Latino community.