For Children and Families since 1870

Our mission is helping Kansas City's at-risk children and families become contributing members of the community - with education, counseling and social services.

Who We Are

Since 1870, we've served the changing needs of the Kansas City children and families. Watch our video, "Healing Hearts and Mending Lives," to see who we are.

What We Offer

Gillis offers a comprehensive range of services designed to improve the lives of at-risk children and families.

Residential Treatment

Our residential services help give children strength through therapeutic treatment.

Alternative Education

We offer curriculums tailored to meet students’ individual needs.

Family Services

Our in-home ad community-based services help build stronger families.

Join the Gillis Family

Join the Gillis family by opening your heart to at-risk children and families. We welcome you to:

Gillis Events

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The Kansas City Spirit Awards were initiated by Gillis in 1982 to recognize Kansas City residents who demonstrate the energy of Kansas City in their everyday lives.

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Stories

Casey was in a large public school and had undetected learning disabilities. He was taken into foster care when his mother “bottomed out” after a long history of substance abuse. Casey had severe behavioral problems at school and he wasn’t able to do the work expected of him.

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Gillis News

As part of their community service hours at Rockhurst High School, two young men volunteered at Gillis, working with the residential students. One day they looked around and realized that the common areas were not what they, as “typical” teenagers, would like to look at every day. So, they undertook a cottage renovation project. READ MORE

Gillis is part of Cornerstones of Care, a partnership of agencies providing therapeutic treatment services for children and families.