Monday July 20, 2026 is expected to have a heat index over 100 degrees.. That means the asphalt in the parking lot will be over 120 degrees. PLEASE do not plan to bring any donated household goods on Monday July 20th. We would like to keep the staff and volunteers inside. They will be only outside long enough to bring in food items. PLEASE bring any household goods you are donating later in the week when it is in the 80's not over 100.

Closed Saturday, July 4th to celebrate 250 years of Independence. Regular hours will resume Monday, July 6th

We are taking reservations for backpacks filled with school supplies. We will be taking reservations from July 8th until July 28th or the list is filled whichever comes first. You may come in to Shawnee Community Services between 10:30am and 2:30pm Monday through Friday to get your reservation receipt. You may call 913-268-7746 to make your reservation. The backpacks will be available for pick up on Saturday August 8th at 11110 W 67th Street (67th & Nieman). The reservation r

Due to a number of circumstances including but not limited to frigid temperatures, 20 below zero wind chills , Shawnee Community Services will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. We will return to normal hours on Tuesday. We will be monitoring email if you need to contact us. We apologize for the inconvenience this causes. Stay inside, stay warm. If you have to drive slow down and be wary of ramps and overpasses.

Weather a Husky would love this weekend In an abundance of caution with warnings from the national weather service, we will be closed on Saturday January 24, 2026. Additionally we are concerned about Monday January 26, 2026. We advise anyone thinking of coming to 67th & Nieman on Monday to please call first before leaving home. If our premises are inaccessible we won't open. Pantry box reservations will be taken at 9am on Tuesday January 26th instead of the

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We are currently opening at 10am. We do have food products available. However, at the rate people are canceling we may opt to close at noon. We recommend you call ahead 913-268-7746 If you choose to come out today, please drive cautiously as the roads are surprisingly slick. Be safe.

We are currently opening at 10am. We do have food products available. However, at the rate people are canceling we may opt to close at noon. We recommend you call ahead 913-268-7746 If you choose to come out today, please drive cautiously as the roads are surprisingly slick. Be safe.

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, many community members plan their schedules around family gatherings, travel, and rest. Shawnee Community Services wants to ensure everyone is informed about the upcoming closure during this special weekend. Shawnee Community Services decorated for Thanksgiving Important Dates for Thanksgiving Weekend Closure Shawnee Community Services will be closed for the entire Thanksgiving weekend . The closure begins on Thursday, November 27th , a

Current needs due to suspended SNAP benefits: 11/2/25 The current needs list: canned meats--beef, chicken, salmon, ham, etc; shelf stable milk [32oz is $1.25 at DT]; baking mix or pancake mix [Great Value 32oz $1.98]; canned meals like ravioli, spaghettios, chili. PLUS clothing and shoes all sizes.