Gillis | for children and families since 1870

Special Events

Special events are a way for Gillis to raise funds which enable us to enhance the programs and services we provide to our children and families. Each of our events allow you, our supporters, to participate in an awards ceremony, or a golf tournament. During the holidays your can participate in holiday activities for our children and families and/or you can but Tippin’s pies for everyone you know.

Annual Events

The Kansas City Spirit Award
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 as depicted .... click here for the full article

Gillis Golf Classic
The Gillis Golf Classic has raised more than a million dollars in its 15-year history, supporting the programs and services offered by Gillis to children and families. Equally important, a great day of golf at a challenging course .. click here for the full article

Gillis Holiday Giving Program
The holidays are a time when themes of caring and sharing are everywhere. It's also the most difficult time for people in need. Gillis needs your support, here's an opportunity to put your compassion into action and make a difference .. click here for the full article

Gillis Pies
What goes with the holidays like ice cream goes with pie? Giving that special, sure-to-please gift that doubles as a holiday gift for those who are less fortunate ... click here for the full article

Stories

Derik came to Gillis because he was having difficulty at his home school. He didn’t want to listen to anyone and didn’t want to play with the other kids; sometimes he would hit and kick. He was sent to the Principal’s office several times a week and his mom was called to pick him up from school often. He was diagnosed with a mood disorder. Gillis was recommended as a school which could help Derrick.

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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.