The Noyes Home for Children

09/06/2026

Today, we are honored to remember Harper Anderson. 🤍

The loss of Harper has been felt deeply throughout the King City and St. Joseph communities. To those who knew and loved her, Harper was the life of the party—someone who filled a room with laughter, brought joy to the people around her and loved others wholeheartedly.

Children held an especially meaningful place in Harper’s heart, particularly the littlest ones. Whenever she had the opportunity, she could often be found with a baby in her arms. She loved children deeply and looked forward to becoming a mother one day.

Harper’s parents recently visited Noyes Home to share more about their daughter and present a generous gift in her memory. They chose Noyes Home because they wanted Harper’s love for children to continue helping those who need care and support—something they know she would have wanted.

We are humbled that Harper’s family chose to include the children of Noyes Home in the legacy they are building in her name. Their gift will help us provide a safe, nurturing place for children during difficult times, allowing Harper’s compassionate spirit to continue reaching others.

To Harper’s family: thank you for trusting us with her story and for allowing us to be part of honoring her beautiful life. Her love, her laughter and the difference she made will not be forgotten.
To learn more about Harper and the ways her family continues to give back in her memory, please follow the Harper Anderson Memorial page: Harper Reece Anderson Memorial

In loving memory of Harper Anderson. 🤍

09/05/2026

This Friday, we’re taking one more moment to celebrate an unforgettable evening. 🎲✨
Thank you to everyone who went All In for Children at our 2026 Take a Seat event!
To our sponsors, guests, donors, volunteers, board members, staff and everyone who helped bring the evening together—your generosity made it possible. Every ticket purchased, auction bid placed, gift given and hour volunteered helps Noyes Home continue providing a safe, nurturing place for children during times of family crisis.
We are incredibly grateful to be surrounded by a community that continues to show up for children and families when they need it most.
Thank you for putting your hearts All In for Children. ❤️

09/04/2026

🚒 Thank You, Saint Joseph, Missouri Fire Department! ❤️

We are so grateful to St. Joseph Firefighters Local 77 for choosing the Noyes Home for Children as the charity supported through their Bucket Brigade for Local Charities!

Our local firefighters have been out at Price Chopper St. Joe collecting donations, and we’re incredibly thankful for every community member who stopped by and contributed.

Support like this is a wonderful reminder of what makes St. Joseph so special—people coming together to care for local children and families when they need it most.

Thank you to St. Joseph Firefighters Local 77, Price Chopper and our community for showing up for the Noyes Home! ❤️🚒

09/02/2026

Our shelves are running low on several everyday essentials! This week’s Emerging Needs include:

🧴 Baby wipes�🫧 Cantu shampoo and conditioner�💛 Cantu hair products�🪥 Toothpaste and toothbrushes for ages 0–2+�🪮 Hairbrushes�✨ Hair gel

Donations can be:
Dropped off Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
801 N. Noyes Blvd.
St. Joseph, MO 64506
Or shipped directly to Noyes Home!

Donations of new, unopened items help us ensure every child at Noyes Home has the personal-care products they need. Thank you for helping us meet these needs and care for children in our community!

09/02/2026

SOARING with KINDNESS is scheduled for Sunday, September 27th at Falcon Skydiving. We are shining the spotlight on our volunteers who will be skydiving to support Noyes Home's KINDNESS initiative.

Today's spotlight is Rachelle Mengwasser, she is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Social Work and is an employee of Buchanan County Children's Division. Outside of work she enjoys teaching softball lessons, reading, spending time with family and friends, and hanging out with her fur-babies. When asked why she has volunteered to be one of our skydivers for Soaring with Kindness, she replied:
"I’ve always had a heart for working with children and families and hope to make a positive difference in their lives, even in the little ways. I’ve seen firsthand through my work the difference the Noyes Home makes for children in our community. I’m grateful for the opportunity to give back and support a place that does so much for kids who need it most."

To donate to help Rachelle meet her fundraising goal, click here:
https://givebutter.com/soaring-with-kindness-rboym6

If you would like to SOAR with KINDNESS, contact Chelsea Howlett for more information at [email protected] or call 816-232-5650.

09/01/2026

SOARING with KINDNESS will take place on Sunday, September 27th at Falcon Skydiving, Noyes Home is excited to spotlight each of our committed Skydivers who will be supporting our KINDNESS initiative!

Meet Kalcie Weigert, who works for Buchanan County Children's Division. We asked her to share about her and why she has chosen to SOAR with KINDNESS, here is what she had to say:
"I'm 31 years old, have one daughter who is my entire world, I have a bachelor's degree in social work and enjoy spending time with family and friends. I'm volunteering for Soaring with Kindness to raise money for the Noyes Home because at Children's Division here in Buchanan County we frequently work along side of the Noyes Home to ensure safety of children."

Donate here to help Kalcie meet her fundraising goal so that she can SOAR with KINDNESS on September 27th:
https://givebutter.com/soaring-with-kindness-rboym6

If you would like to SOAR with KINDNESS and skydive to support Noyes Home's KINDNESS initiative please contact Chelsea Howlett at [email protected] or call 816-232-5650.

08/31/2026

SOARING with KINDNESS will be held on September 27, 2026 at Falcon Skydiving in North Kansas City to benefit Noyes Home for Children's KINDNESS initiative.
Meet a repeat volunteer who is SOARING for a second year in a row--Swan Holt who works as a Supervisor for Buchanan County Children's Division.

When asked why he is committed to SOARING with KINDNESS, he shared:
"I have worked with kid and families for the last 13 years. I'm soaring with kindness because the Noyes Home is a great asset to not only our community but for kids across the state. Noyes Home has an amazing mission and has been serving kiddos for 100+ years. I would love to be able to give back to them by giving some of my time to soar."

You can help Swan reach his fundraising goal by donating here:
https://givebutter.com/soaring-with-kindness-rboym6

If you would like to join the cause and SOAR with KINDNESS, please contact Chelsea Howlett at [email protected] or call 816-232--5650.

08/30/2026

❤❤❤Noyes Home is excited to feature our volunteers who have pledged to SOAR with Kindness--meet Corina Coil, Child & Family Advocate & Therapist from Voices of Courage Child Advocacy Center!❤❤❤

We asked her to tell us about her self and here is what she had to say,
" I’m passionate about helping children and families who have experienced trauma and making sure people know they don’t have to go through difficult things alone.
I decided to volunteer for Soar with KINDNESS because I wanted to do something a little outside my comfort zone for causes, I truly care about. Skydiving has actually been on my bucket list for years, so getting the chance to finally check it off while helping others makes it even more meaningful.
I’m raising money for The Noyes Home, but I also hope this gives me an opportunity to bring more awareness to Voices of Courage and the incredible work they do for children and families in our community. To me, this is about more than jumping out of a plane. It’s about using something I’ve always wanted to do to support organizations that are making a difference and to remind people that small acts of kindness and support can have a big impact."

You can donated to help Corina meet her fundraising goal here:
https://givebutter.com/soaring-with-kindness-rboym6

If you would like to go skydiving for a cause, contact Chelsea Howlett at [email protected] or call 816-232-5650.

08/30/2026

ONLY ONE HOUR REMAINING--Silent Auction Closes at 8:30 pm, need not be present to win! Autographed Chiefs Jersey (Chiefs Linebacker, Shawn Barber) with assorted Chiefs Gear, $200 Certificate to St. Jo Frontier Casino's Fireside Grille with a Poker Set, Bluey Playtime & Bathtime Fun Basket, Bonfire Basket, Creative Arts Basket w/ Art Lessons at Art Attack, A-R Workshop & Albrecht-Kemper Kids Classes, Missouri Western Basket and so much more! Log on to https://givebutter.com/c/buchanan-county-kids-silent-auction-hz4a9c

08/29/2026

Join us for one more round of Music Bingo with Rick at 6 pm at River Bluff Brewery and then join us for LIVE Music with Muddy Ribbon at 7 pm in the parking lot outside! Drink specials to support Buchanan County Kids at both River Bluff and The Parkway Distillery—come have some fun and support kids in Buchanan County!! ❤️

Can’t join us but want to support Buchanan County Kids—bid on silent auction items that are open until 8:30 pm!!

By Buchanan County Kids