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- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Announces Operational Pause of Express Care Services at the Southside Wellness Clinic](https://senttopeka.com/2026/08/06/press-release-sent-inc-announces-operational-pause-of-express-care-services-at-the-southside-wellness-clinic/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Aimee Copp-Hasty Senior Director of Development SENT Inc. acopp-hasty@senttopeka.com (785) 342-7232 TOPEKA, KS (August 2026) — Effective Friday, August 14, 2026, SENT Inc. will pause Express Care Operations at the Southside Wellness Clinic. We are proud to launch and support Trisha Osier-Duvall as she establishes her own holistic health
- [This is what Campus Connections is built to be. ](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/28/this-is-what-campus-connections-is-built-to-be/) - Some stories don't follow a straight line — and that is exactly what makes them worth telling. When a young woman first connected with Campus Connections, it was through a single invitation. What followed were years of coming and going — seasons marked by mental health struggles, hospitalizations, and long stretches away. But every time
- [This is what Neighbor Advocacy looks like on the ground.](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/28/this-is-what-neighbor-advocacy-looks-like-on-the-ground/) - A single mother and her 17-year-old son — a student-athlete heading into his senior year — had already been through more than their share of instability. After being forced into an emergency move when their previous landlord sold the property, they found a new home and were working hard to settle in. Then, without warning,
- [The SENT Neighbor Advocacy team sat down with her and looked at the full picture.](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/28/the-sent-neighbor-advocacy-team-sat-down-with-her-and-looked-at-the-full-picture/) - She came through our doors in tears — and she had every reason to be. A single mother of four, she works as a para-educator in a local school district during the school year. She shows up for other people's children every day. But when her seasonal summer contract was unexpectedly cancelled, the income gap
- [Summer Sky Extravaganza returns with drone light show | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/30/summer-sky-extravaganza-returns-with-drone-light-show-wibw/) - Access Full Feature Here. Published: Jun. 28, 2026 at 12:00 AM EDT
- [New Southeast Topeka housing development breaks ground Tuesday | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/01/new-southeast-topeka-housing-development-breaks-ground-tuesday-wibw/) - Access the full feature here. By Carson Shea Published: Jun. 30, 2026 at 7:31 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Development on a Southeast Topeka housing project started Tuesday. Sent Inc. broke ground on Johnson-Betts Meadows, a 176-unit complex at 31st and Fremont. “This is not their city,” Sent Inc. CEO Johnathan Sublet said about city
- [Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Johnathan Sublet, SENT | K-State Extension](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/08/kansas-profile-now-thats-rural-johnathan-sublet-sent-k-state-extension/) - Access the full feature here. At a glance: Johnathan Sublet worked in business but then went to seminary and mentored African-American boys like him who had grown up in under-resourced neighborhoods. Now he is leading an organization that is addressing the root causes of community challenges by building housing and education, mental health and holistic wellness,
- [Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Johnathan Sublet, SENT | KCLY 100.9 FM](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/09/kansas-profile-now-thats-rural-johnathan-sublet-sent-kcly-100-9-fm/) - Access the full feature here. By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University/Image: Johnathan Sublet “Change happens when we walk beside our neighbors.” That’s a key part of the message of an organization that is benefiting neighborhoods and communities in Topeka and beyond. Johnathan Sublet is
- [SENT says furlough leaves Southside Filling Station short-staffed | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/09/sent-says-furlough-leaves-southside-filling-station-short-staffed-wibw/) - Access the full feature here. SENT Topeka is reducing operating hours at its Southside filling station. By Carson Shea Published: Jul. 8, 2026 at 7:15 PM TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT Topeka is reducing operating hours at its Southside filling station. Federal funding for the Senior Community Service Employment Program has been paused, forcing the
- [YWCA Northeast Kansas names 2026 Women of Excellence honorees | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/15/ywca-northeast-kansas-names-2026-women-of-excellence-honorees-wibw/) - Access the full feature here. By Isaac Deer Published: Jul. 14, 2026 at 4:55 PM CDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - YWCA Northeast Kansas announced its honorees on Tuesday, July 14, for 2026 Women of Excellence. Officials said the designation pays tribute to women leaders who rise above challenges, inspire greatness, and work to build a stronger and
- [YWCA announces Women of Excellence Honorees for Northeast Kansas | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/15/ywca-announces-women-of-excellence-honorees-for-northeast-kansas-ksnt/) - by: Ben Nash Posted: Jul 14, 2026 / 07:26 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) Northeast Kansas will hold its 38th annual Women of Excellence Awards & Gala on September 12, 2026. Chelle Decker with YWCA said the designation pays tribute to women leaders who rise above challenges, inspire greatness
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter Grief, Recovery, and the Power of Wraparound Support](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/15/sent-inc-newsletter-grief-recovery-and-the-power-of-wraparound-support/) - Access the full newsletter here. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter here. Dear Friends, At SENT Inc., we often talk about "wraparound support." But what does that actually mean? Recently, a woman came through our doors carrying an unimaginable stress, fear and emotional pain. After suddenly losing her partner of 10 years, she was
- [When You Invest in a Student, You Invest in a Family.](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/20/when-you-invest-in-a-student-you-invest-in-a-family/) - How Campus Connections Wraps Support Around Young People, and the Families Who Love Them Every school day, there is a window of time that research calls one of the most important, and most overlooked: the hours between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. These are the hours when young people are most likely to be
- [Prevention Starts Long Before a Crisis](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/29/prevention-starts-long-before-a-crisis/) - How SENT Is Building Stronger Pathways for Youth, Families, and Community Health Prevention is often misunderstood. It’s not just about saying “don’t.” It’s not about waiting for warning signs to become emergencies. And it’s not something that happens in isolation. True prevention is about reducing risk, strengthening protective factors, and building environments where people have
- [SENT, Cairn Health partner to meet clients’ needs | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/26/sent-cairn-health-partner-to-meet-clients-needs-wibw/) - Access the full feature here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Jun. 25, 2026 at 5:40 PM CDT|Updated: 21 hours ago TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A new partnership is helping a southeast Topeka health clinic get needed medical supplies to people who need them. Trisha Osier-Duvall, a holistic health practitioner with SENT’s Southside Wellness Clinic, and Amber Beck, executive director at Cairn
- [Topeka’s Summer Sky Extravaganza: A drone light show for all | AOL.com](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/30/topekas-summer-sky-extravaganza-a-drone-light-show-for-all-aol-com/) - Access the full feature here. Mily Favella Sun, June 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM EDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – A southeast Topeka neighborhood kicked off its Independence Day celebration a week early on Saturday, June 27, drawing thousands of people to the Summer Sky Extravaganza for food, family activities and the city's first-ever drone light show.
- [Topeka’s Summer Sky Extravaganza: A drone light show for all | KSNT.com](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/30/topekas-summer-sky-extravaganza-a-drone-light-show-for-all-ksnt-com/) - Access the full feature here. by: Mily Favella Posted: Jun 28, 2026 / 07:00 AM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – A southeast Topeka neighborhood kicked off its Independence Day celebration a week early on Saturday, June 27, drawing thousands of people to the Summer Sky Extravaganza for food, family activities and the city’s first-ever drone light show.
- [Davis Awareness Foundation Inc presented the Village Builder Award to SENT](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/30/davis-awareness-foundation-inc-presented-the-village-builder-award-to-sent/) - Access the full feature here. Congratulations to SENT’s Founder & Executive Director, Johnathan Sublet and Mental Health Director, Tricia Sublet for being honored with the Village Builder Award from the Davis Awareness Foundation. The award was proudly presented by Melissa Ross, Board Member, David Awareness Foundation to SENT’s Board Members, Dr. Beryl New and Linessa
- [Topeka set to spend $500,000 dollars funding affordable housing | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/08/topeka-set-to-spend-500000-dollars-funding-affordable-housing-ksnt/) - Assess the full feature here. by: Donivan Bullins Posted: Jul 7, 2026 / 11:19 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka City Council voted to spend over $500,000 dollars funding affordable housing Tuesday evening. The projects are intended to renovate and construct housing built by two separate developers — SENT INC, and the Highland Park Townhomes. Many of
- [Topeka set to spend $500,000 to fund affordable housing | AOL](https://senttopeka.com/2026/07/09/topeka-set-to-spend-500000-to-fund-affordable-housing-aol/) - Access the full feature here. Donivan Bullins Wed, July 8, 2026 at 12:19 AM EDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka City Council voted to spend over $500,000 dollars funding affordable housing Tuesday evening. The projects are intended to renovate and construct housing built by two separate developers — SENT INC, and the Highland Park Townhomes. Many
- [Topeka eyes funding for three new housing projects | Topeka Capital-Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/19/topeka-eyes-funding-for-three-new-housing-projects-topeka-capital-journal/) - Access the full feature here. Topeka eyes funding for three new housing projects Stacey Saldanha-Olson Topeka Capital-Journal June 19, 2026, 4:07 a.m. CT Topeka leaders may partially fund three affordable housing projects. The Affordable Housing Trust Fund Committee recommended funding three projects in which 229 homes would be built, preserved or renovated. The projects would
- [Topeka organizations enlists schools to foster connection | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/21/topeka-organizations-enlists-schools-to-foster-connection-wibw/) - Access the full feature. By Melissa Brunner Published: May 20, 2026 at 5:48 PM TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Supporting families can mean meeting them where they’re at - and kids spend a lot of their time at school. SENT Topeka is using that connection. Brail Watson visited Eye on NE Kansas to explain what they’re
- [Episode 85: SENT to transform! | WIBW Red Couch](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/03/episode-85-sent-to-transform-wibw-red-couch/) - Access the full feature here. SENT Topeka has put in the work to transform the Capital City's HiCrest neighborhood. They've been sharing their approach in several visits to the Red Couch.
- [Recovery Is Not a Straight Line. But It Is Possible.](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/16/recovery-is-not-a-straight-line-but-it-is-possible/) - How SENT Inc.'s Substance Use Disorder Recovery Services Are Meeting People Where They Are — and Walking With Them Toward What’s Next There is a moment, for many people struggling with substance use, when they finally decide to reach out for help. It is rarely an easy moment. Getting there often means fighting through shame,
- [When the Cost of Getting Well Exceeds the Cost of Staying Sick](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/18/when-the-cost-of-getting-well-exceeds-the-cost-of-staying-sick/) - For many families, the decision to see a doctor is no longer based solely on health—it is based on what they can afford. Rising medical costs, higher insurance premiums, prescription expenses, transportation challenges, and unpaid time away from work are forcing people to delay or skip needed care altogether. When preventive visits, routine screenings, and
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Launches a New Partnership with Cairn Health to Provide Prescription Assistance, Diabetic Supplies, and Vision Care through the Southside Wellness Clinic](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/24/press-release-sent-inc-launches-a-new-partnership-with-cairn-health-to-provide-prescription-assistance-diabetic-supplies-and-vision-care-through-the-southside-wellness-clinic/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: SENT Inc. Aimee Copp-Hasty, Senior Director of Development 📧 acopp-hasty@senttopeka.com | 📞 785-342-7232 🌐 www.senttopeka.com SENT Inc. partners with Cairn Health to improve health outcomes by providing access to affordable prescription drugs, diabetic supplies, and vision care through the Southside Wellness Clinic. The goal is to enhance patients' quality of
- [Housing Is Not the Finish Line. It Is the Foundation.](https://senttopeka.com/2026/06/30/housing-is-not-the-finish-line-it-is-the-foundation/) - SENT is a holistic community development nonprofit based in the southeast Topeka neighborhood of Hi-Crest. We like to say we are person-centered and data-driven. We have dynamic programming on a short feedback loop. That means we stay close enough to people to know what they are facing, and we use data to see if our
- [Topeka approves tax breaks for 176 new affordable housing units | The Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/15/topeka-approves-tax-breaks-for-176-new-affordable-housing-units-the-topeka-capital-journal/) - Read the full feature here. Topeka approves tax breaks for 176 new affordable housing units Stacey Saldanha-Olson Topeka Capital-Journal May 14, 2026, 4:09 a.m. CT The Topeka City Council is giving tax incentives to a workforce housing development being led by a local nonprofit. Johnson-Betts Meadows, a development lead by SENT Inc., will get about
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Back to School, Forward Together: A Season for the Whole Family's Next Step](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/12/back-to-school-forward-together-a-season-for-the-whole-familys-next-step/) - Read the full newsletter here. A Season for the Whole Family's Next Step As the school year begins, it signals more than just a return to the classroom. It’s a season of reset, recommitment, and renewal for the entire family. At SENT, Inc., we believe back-to-school isn’t just for kids—it’s an invitation for everyone in
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: How Oh Snap! Helped Feed Shawnee County This Fall](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/16/sent-inc-newsletter-how-oh-snap-helped-feed-shawnee-county-this-fall/) - As we step into December, we’re reflecting with deep gratitude on a season marked by extraordinary collaboration and community care. When SNAP benefits were temporarily suspended this fall, thousands of families across Shawnee County faced immediate and unexpected food insecurity. In response, the United Way of Kaw Valley launched the Oh Snap! partnership, a countywide
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Does Mixed-Income Housing Displace Residents?](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/11/sent-inc-newsletter-does-mixed-income-housing-displace-residents/) - A Thoughtful Look at Research and Our Practice This is a question we hear often, and it is a fair one. When people have seen neighborhoods change without protections, it makes sense to ask whether new housing, even well-intentioned housing, might push long-time residents out. I appreciate the care behind that concern, and I want
- [SENT Topeka, THA one step closer to new affordable housing development | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/13/sent-topeka-tha-one-step-closer-to-new-affordable-housing-development-wibw/) - Access the full feature here. By Jonah Kahn Published: May 12, 2026 at 11:16 PM TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka’s City Council approved two ordinances on Tuesday, May 12, related to a new affordable housing development. The development will be called Johnson-Betts Meadows and involves several community partners, including the Topeka Housing Authority (THA) and
- [The Time of Our Lives](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/12/the-time-of-our-lives/) - Mental Health Across the Lifespan, and Why Every Season Needs Support Recently, I was sitting at the dinner table talking with my pre-teen twins about college. As we talked, they expressed that they did not want to go. At first, it sounded like they were rejecting school or dreaming small. But when I asked more
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: When Rules Ignore Real Life, Families Get Hurt](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/12/sent-inc-newsletter-when-rules-ignore-real-life-families-get-hurt/) - Read the full newsletter here. Sign up to receive the newsletter here. Losing health coverage does not just affect one doctor visit. It often means people wait longer to get care, miss preventive care, get sicker before they seek help, and end up in more costly crisis care, including emergency room visits for non-emergency situations.
- [When Rules Ignore Real Life, Families Get Hurt](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/21/when-rules-ignore-real-life-families-get-hurt/) - Losing health coverage does not just affect one doctor visit. It often means people wait longer to get care, miss preventive care, get sicker before they seek help, and end up in more costly crisis care, including emergency room visits for non-emergency situations. That matters for families, but it also matters for communities and for
- [You Are Right to Be Asking Questions](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/12/you-are-right-to-be-asking-questions/) - A Public Conversation About Housing, Public Investment, and the Future We Are Building Together For too long, affordable housing has been treated only as a social-service issue. It is certainly that, but it is also much more. Housing is workforce infrastructure, health infrastructure, school-stability infrastructure, and neighborhood infrastructure. When done well, it is one of
- [The Southside Wellness Clinic Expansion Ribbon Cutting Event Video](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/05/the-southside-wellness-clinic-expansion-ribbon-cutting-event-video/) - We are incredibly grateful for the way our community showed up to celebrate the expansion of the Southside Wellness Clinic. Over 100 community members gathered for this moment—filled with joy, reflection, and real connection. Stories were shared. Hope was felt. And the impact of this work was clear. As Dr. Tara James Wallace shared: “Because
- [Red Couch: Episode 85: SENT to transform!  | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/06/red-couch-episode-85-sent-to-transform-wibw/) - Watch the full feature here. SENT Topeka has put in the work to transform the Capital City's HiCrest neighborhood. They've been sharing their approach in several visits to the Red Couch.
- [When the Truths of Homeownership Are No Longer Self-Evident](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/05/when-the-truths-of-homeownership-are-no-longer-self-evident/) - In the Declaration of Independence, the founders wrote, “We hold these truths to be self-evident.” They were naming a promise that should not have to be argued: that people have dignity, value, and a right to pursue a life with freedom and opportunity. Homeownership was not named in that sentence, but in America, it has
- [SENT celebrates expansion of Southside Wellness Clinic | MSN](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/05/sent-celebrates-expansion-of-southside-wellness-clinic-msn/) - Read and Watch the full feature here. The clinic is situated in the Hi-Crest neighborhood, located at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd.© WIBW TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT Topeka is expanding its Southside Wellness Clinic to serve more people. The clinic is situated in the Hi-Crest neighborhood, located at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd., and offers a range of services
- [The Women's Fund 2026 Grantee: SENT | Women's Fund of Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2026/05/05/the-womens-fund-2026-grantee-sent-womens-fund-of-topeka/) - Watch the full feature here. The Women's Fund 2026 Grantee: SENT | May 1, 2026 SENT is supporting healthier pregnancies and stronger families through its maternal health program at the Southside Wellness Clinic. In partnership with the Topeka Doula Project, this program focuses on early intervention and holistic care, walking alongside mothers from the earliest
- [SENT, Topeka Center for Peace & Justice team up for outreach project | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/29/sent-topeka-center-for-peace-justice-team-up-for-outreach-project-wibw/) - By Melissa Brunner Published: Apr. 28, 2026 at 6:40 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A pair of organizations are joining forces to help young people get back on a positive path. It’s called the Peace Outreach Project. Tricia Sublet and Greg Lombard Rea from SENT Topeka visited Eye on NE Kansas to share how they’re
- [SENT celebrates expansion of Southside Wellness Clinic | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/30/sent-celebrates-expansion-of-southside-wellness-clinic-wibw/) - Watch the full feature here. By Bryan Grabauskas Published: Apr. 29, 2026 at 8:42 PM TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT Topeka is expanding its Southside Wellness Clinic to serve more people. The clinic is situated in the Hi-Crest neighborhood, located at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd., and offers a range of services ranging from basic medical care to maternal
- [When Hope Gets Built on False Promises](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/28/when-hope-gets-built-on-false-promises/) - Why rising gambling, shrinking affordability, and the search for a way out are quietly reshaping families—and what we can do about it. Twice, I watched my mom get suckered. The first time, we were at a little local fast-food restaurant called Good Luck’s, right across the street from our apartment complex. My mom bought what
- [How The Southside Wellness Clinic Is Changing What Healthcare Looks Like](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/23/how-the-southside-wellness-clinic-is-changing-what-healthcare-looks-like/) - Healthcare means something different to each person. For some, it’s a routine checkup. For others, it’s something they’ve had to navigate through busy schedules, changing circumstances, or moments when life felt especially overwhelming. And for many, health is not just one concern — it’s a combination of needs that are all connected. Physical health, stress,
- [How a Neighborhood Became a Model for What’s Possible](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/21/how-a-neighborhood-became-a-model-for-whats-possible/) - Inside SENT’s Integrated Food, Health, and Workforce Ecosystem In Southeast Topeka, a quiet transformation is taking place, one built not on quick fixes, but on the belief that when you meet a family’s most basic needs with dignity and connection, you open the door to long-term health, stability, and hope. For years, the Hi-Crest neighborhood
- [IT’S YOUR BUSINESS: Johnathan Sub­let, exec­ut­ive dir­ector and founder, SENT Inc. Awarded the The Activ­ator Award by GTP](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/21/its-your-business-johnathan-sublet-executive-director-and-founder-sent-inc-awarded-the-the-activator-award-by-gtp/) - Johnathan Sublet, Founder and Executive Director of SENT Inc., was recognized with the Activator Award by Leadership Greater Topeka for his role in empowering others and driving meaningful community progress. Read the full article here. Awards Greater Topeka Part­ner­ship The is proud to announce the win­ners of the annual Lead­er­ship Greater Topeka awards. The
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Announces Southside Wellness Clinic Expansion to Improve Access to Coordinated Care in Southeast Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/16/press-release-sent-inc-announces-southside-wellness-clinic-expansion-to-improve-access-to-coordinated-care-in-southeast-topeka/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Aimee Copp-Hasty Senior Director of Development SENT Inc. acopp-hasty@senttopeka.com (785) 342-7232 TOPEKA, KS (April 2026) — SENT Inc. announced the expansion of the Southside Wellness Clinic, a critical step in meeting the growing demand for accessible, coordinated healthcare in Southeast Topeka. Following significant growth in 2025, the clinic will move
- [SENT Topeka uses full picture of economic security to formulate programs | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/16/sent-topeka-uses-full-picture-of-economic-security-to-formulate-programs-wibw/) - Watch the full feature here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:56 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A recent report looks at what it really costs families to make ends meet and why, even if you work, you might feel like you’re struggling. Johnathan Sublet, founder and executive director of SENT Topeka, visited Eye
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter Even Capacity Before Construction - Closing the Affordable Housing Gap](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/14/sent-inc-newsletter-even-capacity-before-construction-closing-the-affordable-housing-gap/) - Read the full newsletter here. A case for one-stop shop resource centers and coordinated care When it comes to closing the affordable housing gap in neighborhoods like Hi-Crest, in counties like Shawnee County, in states like Kansas, and across our country, one word matters a lot: capacity. Capacity affects almost every part of the housing
- [New affordable housing development near Topeka’s Hi-crest neighborhood to face key vote | MSN](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/14/new-affordable-housing-development-near-topekas-hi-crest-neighborhood-to-face-key-vote-msn/) - Read the full feature here. Story by Claire Decatur • 10mo • 1 min read TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT INC Executive Director Johnathan Sublet has been one of the key voices in a Topeka affordable housing project. “I had this vision from the time I first came up to Topeka for my first visit,”
- [What We Saw at SENT  And Why It Matters | Military Veteran Project](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/08/what-we-saw-at-sent-and-why-it-matters-military-veteran-project/) - Read the Full Feature Here What We Saw at SENT And Why It Matters 3/10/2026 SENT stands for Strengthening & Equipping Neighborhoods Together, and that’s exactly what they’re doing. Not just running programs but walking alongside people. This Is What Prevention Really Looks Like. At the Military Veteran Project, we talk a lot about prevention.
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Launches a New Partnership with Berry Street to Provide Registered Dietitian Services](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/07/press-release-sent-inc-launches-a-new-partnership-with-berry-street-to-provide-registered-dietitian-services/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. partners with Berry Street to provide access to evidence-based nutrition therapy, which plays a key role in overall health and well-being. Personalized nutritional care plans can be created to address individual needs and concerns, such as mental health, healthy weight loss, heart health, gut health, diabetes, and liver disease. Barry
- [Why You Are Still Struggling Even Though You Have a Job](https://senttopeka.com/2026/04/02/why-you-are-still-struggling-even-though-you-have-a-job/) - This report helps show what it really costs for a family to be safe, stable, and able to move forward. The Urban Institute made a tool called the True Cost of Economic Security, or TCES. It looks at more than the poverty line. It looks at what families really need for daily life. That includes
- [Capacity Before Construction](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/30/capacity-before-construction/) - When it comes to closing the affordable housing gap in neighborhoods like Hi-Crest, in counties like Shawnee County, in states like Kansas, and across our country, one word matters a lot: capacity. Capacity affects almost every part of the housing system. The number of homes available affects what homes cost. The capacity of lenders affects
- [Kansas safety-net gaps and why trusted local help matters](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/30/kansas-safety-net-gaps-and-why-trusted-local-help-matters/) - The Kansas data tell us something important. Many people in Kansas can get help, but they are not getting it. The problem is not only need. The problem is access. That means help may exist, but many people still cannot reach it. This can happen for many reasons: forms are hard to fill out people
- [Housing affordability is not a simple conversation. But it is a necessary one.](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/30/housing-affordability-is-not-a-simple-conversation/) - When people talk about affordable housing, it can sound simple from a distance. Just build cheaper homes. Just make the numbers work. Just lower the price. But the truth on the ground is harder than that. In Shawnee County, the need is real. According to the latest ALICE data, 27% of households are ALICE households
- [Scarlet Letters and Kansas House Bill 2357: Why Eviction Records Should Not Last Forever](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/25/scarlet-letters-and-kansas-house-bill-2357-why-eviction-records-should-not-last-forever/) - There is a difference between wisdom and fear. In Jewish history, people wanted to obey the law God gave them. Over time, some leaders added extra rules around the law. These were often called hedge laws. The idea was simple: if you stay far away from the line, you will not cross it. That came
- [Two Topeka groups step up amid affordable housing challenges | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/23/two-topeka-groups-step-up-amid-affordable-housing-challenges-ksnt/) - by: Victoria Calhoun Posted: Mar 23, 2026 / 12:02 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – Communities across the country are feeling the strain of a nationwide affordable housing shortage, and Topeka is no exception. Local leaders say the challenge is not only the number of homes available, but also whether families can realistically afford them. Trey George,
- [A Place to Begin Again: Why Housing Is the Foundation](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/18/a-place-to-begin-again-why-housing-is-the-foundation/) - Before someone can focus on their health, their job, their education, or their future, there is a more immediate question that must be answered: Where will I sleep tonight? In Kansas, that question is more pressing than many realize. A worker needs to earn $20.87/hour to afford a modest 2-bedroom home. A minimum wage worker
- [SENT Inc. raising money to provide Topeka families with air conditioners this summer | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/19/sent-inc-raising-money-to-provide-topeka-families-with-air-conditioners-this-summer-ksnt/) - Read the full feature here. by: Savannah Meier Posted: Mar 17, 2026 / 06:01 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – Spring is just about here and, while it might not feel like it today, so are the warmer temperatures. One Topeka group is looking ahead to help local families beat the upcoming heat. Strengthening & Equipping
- [SENT Topeka wraps around neighbors to meet needs, set goals | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/19/sent-topeka-wraps-around-neighbors-to-meet-needs-set-goals-wibw/) - Watch the Full Feature here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Mar. 18, 2026 at 5:43 PM EDT|Updated: 15 hours ago TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - When people need a helping hand, they often need assistance in more than one area. But it also can be tough to ask for help - let alone, do it multiple times. That’s where Neighbor
- [SENT Inc. launches initative providing low-cost air conditioning units](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/19/sent-inc-launches-initative-providing-low-cost-air-conditioning-units/) - Watch the Full Feature on Youtube. TOPEKA (KSNT) - Spring is just about here, and while it might not feel like it today, so are the warmer temperatures. One group is looking ahead to help local families beat the upcoming heat. Watch the feature on Youtube
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT, Inc. and mRelief announce an impactful new collaboration to help Kansans keep their SNAP benefits.](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/20/press-release-sent-inc-and-mrelief-announce-an-impactful-new-collaboration-to-help-kansans-keep-their-snap-benefits/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Topeka, Kan. — An estimated $13 billion in food stamp (SNAP) benefits go unclaimed every year. mRelief is a nonprofit organization that exists to change that. Powered by technology, digital marketing, and partnerships with community organizations, mRelief helps people find out if they're eligible for SNAP benefits and makes it easier for
- [Tricia Sublet | LGT Class of 2026 | TK Business Magazine](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/17/tricia-sublet-lgt-class-of-2026-tk-business-magazine/) - Read the Full Feature Here. Tricia Sublet | LGT Class of 2026 SENT Topeka | Mental Health Director What influenced your decision to pursue your current field or profession? I was teaching English in Cambodia when I started learning a lot about human trafficking. I knew I wanted to help survivors in their healing journey,
- ['It has to be in your heart': NIAs fight to improve life in mostly poor areas of Topeka | Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/11/it-has-to-be-in-your-heart-nias-fight-to-improve-life-in-mostly-poor-areas-of-topeka-topeka-capital-journal/) - Read the full Feature Here. Updated March 6, 2024, 3:00 p.m. CT With little recognition and no pay, Topeka Neighborhood Improvement Association members have toiled for decades to make life better in the mostly poor areas where they live. That's been frustrating at times in a city where officials and the NIAs don't always agree,
- [Help neighbors keep cool with SENT Topeka’s Beat the Heat fundraiser | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/14/help-neighbors-keep-cool-with-sent-topekas-beat-the-heat-fundraiser-wibw/) - Watch the full feature here. Donate to SENT's Beat the Heat Fundraiser at senttopeka.com/beat-the-heat-fundraiser. They hope to raise $15,000 to purchase 100 window air conditioning units. By Melissa Brunner Published: Mar. 12, 2026 at 7:09 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT is helping neighbors beat the heat this summer. They’re launching a “Beat the
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Even Spartans Have the Agoge](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/14/📢-sent-inc-newsletter-even-spartans-have-the-agoge/) - Read the Full Newsletter Here. Even Spartans Have the Agoge A case for one-stop shop resource centers and coordinated care One of my favorite movies of all time is 300. The cinematography is unforgettable, but what has always stayed with me is not the line most people quote. Before Leonidas ever kicks the emissary into
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Launches a Community Fundraiser for the “Beat the Heat” Initiative which Provides Affordable Window Air Conditioning Units to Families in Under-Resourced Neighborhoods](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/17/press-release-sent-inc-launches-a-community-fundraiser-for-the-beat-the-heat-initiative-which-provides-affordable-window-air-conditioning-units-to-families-in-under-resourced-neigh/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Johnathan Sublet Founder & Executive Director SENT Inc. Mobile: 785-380-9039 Email: johnathan@senttopeka.com SENT Inc. Launches a Community Fundraiser for the “Beat the Heat” Initiative which Provides Affordable Window Air Conditioning Units to Families in Under-Resourced Neighborhoods Topeka, KS - Heat is the deadliest weather-related hazard in the United States. The heat
- [Greater Topeka Partnership Announces 2026 Award Winners | TK Business Magazine](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/17/greater-topeka-partnership-announces-2026-award-winners-tk-business-magazine/) - Read the Full Feature Here. Mar 9 2026 Greater Topeka Partnership Announces 2026 Award Winners GTP announces the recipient of the 2026 Wolgast Award and the 2026 Award of Excellence winners. The Greater Topeka Partnership is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Wolgast Award and the 2026 Award of Excellence winners. The Wolgast Award
- [SENT forms new partnership to bring affordable housing to Manhattan area | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/10/sent-forms-new-partnership-to-bring-affordable-housing-to-manhattan-area-ksnt/) - Read full feature here. by: Matthew Self Posted: Mar 6, 2026 / 02:42 PM CST MANHATTAN (KSNT) – A Topeka non-profit group has announced a new partnership to bring affordable housing to Manhattan and the northern Flint Hills. Strengthening & Equipping Neighborhoods Together, (SENT) Inc. issued a press release on March 6 stating that it is
- [SB 363 and a Simpler Path: Tax-Filing Auto-Qualification for SNAP/Medicaid/TANF](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/10/sb-363-and-a-simpler-path-tax-filing-auto-qualification-for-snap-medicaid-tanf/) - A practical way to advance the goals behind Kansas SB 363 The moment we’re in Kansas is debating how to make sure public benefits go to people who truly qualify—without building a process so burdensome that it harms people in its wake. To be clear: this piece does not debate whether mass fraud is or
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT, Inc. and Tenants to Homeowners Partner to Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities in Lawrence and Douglas County](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/06/press-release-sent-inc-and-tenants-to-homeowners-partner-to-expand-affordable-housing-opportunities-in-lawrence-and-douglas-county/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT, Inc. and Tenants to Homeowners Partner to Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities in Lawrence and Douglas County Organizations will share learning, resources, and relationships to help close Kansas’s affordable homeownership gap. LAWRENCE, Kan. — SENT, Inc. and Tenants to Homeowners, Inc. (TTH) are announcing a collaborative partnership focused on expanding affordable housing opportunities
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT, Inc. Announces Partnership with Habitat for Humanity of the Northern Flint Hills](https://senttopeka.com/2026/03/07/press-release-sent-inc-announces-partnership-with-habitat-for-humanity-of-the-northern-flint-hills/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT, Inc. Announces Partnership with Habitat for Humanity of the Northern Flint Hills to Expand Affordable Housing in Manhattan and the Northern Flint Hills Collaboration will strengthen housing solutions through shared knowledge, resources, and relationships across Kansas MANHATTAN, Kan. — SENT, Inc. is proud to announce a new partnership with Habitat for Humanity of
- [Financial Health of Topeka with additional data on Blacks in Topeka - December 2025](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/31/financial-health-of-topeka-with-additional-data-on-blacks-in-topeka-december-2025/) - (Using Shawnee County – Central / Topeka City data as the closest ZIP-level proxy) Source: Urban Institute, Financial Health & Wealth Dashboard (2025). Daily Finances 27% of residents have delinquent debt. 2% of student loan holders are delinquent. 76% of low-income households experience housing-cost burden. 46% of households face high utility burdens. These indicators reflect
- [From Crisis to Connection: Melissa's Story](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/25/from-crisis-to-connection-melissas-story/) - The Challenge: A Brave New Start In early 2025, a mother of three made the courageous decision to leave an abusive relationship. She is strong and independent; using every penny of her life savings, she secured a small mobile home for her children. However, this move left her with zero financial cushion. She was "housed,"
- [Our Blueprint for Lasting Change](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/25/our-blueprint-for-lasting-change/) - Our Blueprint for Lasting Change Behind every strong organization is a clear plan. At SENT, that plan is rooted in something called a Theory of Change — a thoughtful framework that explains how and why the work we do leads to real, measurable transformation in neighborhoods. Over the past several years, SENT has grown from
- [Even Spartans Have the Agoge](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/25/even-spartans-have-the-agoge/) - A case for one-stop shop resource centers and coordinated care One of my favorite movies of all time is 300. The cinematography is unforgettable, but what has always stayed with me is not the line most people quote. Before Leonidas ever kicks the emissary into the pit, we see something quieter and far more important.
- [Topeka Correctional Facility In Kansas Launches Community Health Worker Development Reentry Program | OPENMINDS](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/24/topeka-correctional-facility-in-kansas-launches-community-health-worker-development-reentry-program-openminds/) - Read the full feature here. Weekly News Wire | February 19, 2026 Topeka Correctional Facility In Kansas Launches Community Health Worker Development Reentry Program The Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF) in Kansas launched a workforce development reentry program to train incarcerated women as community health workers (CHWs), according to a recent announcement. The seven-month work-release internship program is
- [Alignment Framework: Health, Economic Outcomes, and SENT’s Integrated Model](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/24/alignment-framework-health-economic-outcomes-and-sents-integrated-model/) - This blog intentionally aligns five complementary frameworks into a single, organized structure that shows how SENT translates evidence and policy into measurable, neighborhood‑level outcomes while partnering across institutions with a shared commitment to healthier Kansas communities: Each organization named below—including SENT—develops its own guiding documents to align internal strategy, priorities, and measurement. As SENT continues
- [2025 Annual Report](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/24/2025-annual-report/) - Access Our Full Annual Report Here. 2025 was a year of grounding. We entered this year focused on sustainability, accountability, and care for both our neighbors and our team. By year’s end, the organization was well-positioned to serve with clarity and intention. That stability allowed us to invest not just in programs, but in the
- [SENT launches new program to help inmates re-enter society & strengthen community health | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/09/sent-launches-new-program-to-help-inmates-re-enter-society-strengthen-community-health-wibw/) - Watch the Full Feature here. By Tori Whalen Published: Feb. 5, 2026 at 8:16 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT, Inc., along with many other community partners, launched a new program to help inmates re-enter society and strengthen community health. The Community Health Worker (CHW) Workforce Development Program will allow residents currently at the
- [Why Neighbor Advocacy Is the Heart of SENT’s Wrap-Around Model](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/12/why-neighborhood-advocacy-is-the-heart-of-sents-wrap-around-model/) - Real transformation rarely comes from a single program. Real change comes from meeting people where they are, listening first, and walking beside them through life’s twists and turns. That is why Neighbor Advocacy sits at the center of SENT’s wrap-around model — it is the how of our work. It is the piece that brings
- [SENT invites Topekans to learn what it takes to become a homeowner | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/17/sent-invites-topekans-to-learn-what-it-takes-to-become-a-homeowner-wibw/) - Watch the full feature here. By Carson Shea Published: Feb. 16, 2026 at 11:23 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT Topeka’s mission to bring more affordable housing to the city is in full swing. The organization hosted Topekans at a workshop on Monday evening to teach them what it takes to buy a new home. “We
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Improving Trust in Mainstream Financial Institutions in Under-Resourced Communities](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/17/sent-inc-newsletter-improving-trust-in-mainstream-financial-institutions-in-under-resourced-communities/) - Improving Trust in Mainstream Financial Institutions in Under-Resourced Communities In nonprofit work, we often enter communities with deep care and genuine concern. We listen to stories about barriers to stability and economic mobility—food insecurity, financial stress, health challenges, and systemic inequities. But in our desire to advocate well, we can fall into a subtle
- [Governing body hears annual report on Topeka’s efforts to repurpose abandoned properties | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/18/governing-body-hears-annual-report-on-topekas-efforts-to-repurpose-abandoned-properties-wibw/) - Read & Watch the Full Feature Here. By Mikayla Kelly Published: Feb. 17, 2026 at 11:16 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The governing body heard the 2025 annual report from the Topeka Land Bank at the Feb. 17 council meeting, highlighting the first sale and several properties they would like to see sold soon.
- [SENT Topeka uses food security as first step in addressing larger struggles | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/19/sent-topeka-uses-food-security-as-first-step-in-addressing-larger-struggles-wibw/) - Watch The Full Feature By Melissa Brunner Published: Feb. 18, 2026 at 6:21 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - When you’re worried about getting enough food to eat, it’s tough to worry about much else. That’s why SENT Topeka makes addressing food insecurity a starting point for other services. SENT operations director Jill Rice visited
- [SENT Is Not the Answer: Improving Trust In Mainstream Financial Institutions in Under-Resourced Communities](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/28/sent-is-not-the-answer-improving-trust-in-mainstream-financial-institutions-in-under-resourced-communities/) - So often in the nonprofit world, we enter spaces with deep care and genuine concern for our friends and neighbors. We listen to stories about barriers that stand in the way of economic mobility, life transformation, and stability. Those barriers show up in many forms: food insecurity, financial stress, health challenges, and broader socioeconomic pressures
- [SENT Topeka holds Mocktail Mix and Mingle, adds deeper meaning to Dry January | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/03/sent-topeka-holds-mocktail-mix-and-mingle-adds-deeper-meaning-to-dry-january-wibw/) - WATCH THE FULL FEATURE HERE. By Jonah Kahn Published: Jan. 30, 2026 at 10:54 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The nonprofit organization SENT, which helps to improve neighborhoods, held a Mocktail Mix and Mingle on Jan. 30. The event was to celebrate Dry January. “Individuals that have either participated in dry January or supported someone
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT, Inc., KDHE, TCF, and Kansas Correctional Industries Launch Community Health Worker Workforce Development Program](https://senttopeka.com/2026/02/03/press-release-sent-inc-kdhe-tcf-and-kansas-correctional-industries-launch-community-health-worker-workforce-development-program/) - Topeka, KS — February 2026 — SENT, Inc., in partnership with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF), Kansas Correctional Industries (KCI), and Health Legacy and Restorative Pathways, is proud to announce the launch of a new Community Health Worker (CHW) Workforce Development Program, an innovative initiative designed to strengthen
- [Where Perfect Gets in the Way of Access and Equity](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/22/where-perfect-gets-in-the-way-of-access-and-equity/) - There is a quiet tension that shows up often in nonprofit and community development work, especially in under-resourced neighborhoods. It usually starts with deep care. Those of us who walk closely with neighbors facing economic hardship, housing instability, food insecurity, or limited access to opportunity want solutions that truly work. We want systems that are
- [SENT embraces whole neighborhood to foster change in Topeka’s Hi-Crest | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/22/sent-embraces-whole-neighborhood-to-foster-change-in-topekas-hi-crest-wibw/) - Watch the Full Feature Here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Jan. 21, 2026 at 6:19 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The past decade has seen major transformation in southeast Topeka’s Hi-Crest neighborhood. It started with the Topeka Rescue Mission’s NET Reach program in 2013, and has continued with the founding of the SENT organization in 2018.
- [Are We Being Muted or Are We Choosing to Remain Silent?](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/21/are-we-being-muted-or-are-we-choosing-to-remain-silent/) - Are we being muted, or are we choosing to remain silent—and what are we willing to do once we know the answer? That question matters, especially when we look honestly at civic participation in Kansas Senate District 19 (SD‑19). Civic engagement is not just a reflection of individual motivation. It is shaped by systems, history,
- [2025 America’s Health Rankings — Kansas (#27) vs New Hampshire (#1)](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/20/2025-americas-health-rankings-kansas-27-vs-new-hampshire-1/) - How Hi-Crest Helps Move Kansas from #27 Toward #1 in Health Kansas’s health ranking is not determined in the abstract. It is the sum of what happens in real neighborhoods, with real families, facing real constraints and opportunities. Hi-Crest is one such neighborhood. Using the 2025 America’s Health Rankings, SENT translated the gap between Kansas
- [Modeling Our Way Toward Health](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/20/modeling-our-way-toward-health/) - At the beginning of 2025, I sat down with the newly released America’s Health Rankings and felt a genuine sense of encouragement. Kansas had moved from #29 to #28 in the country. It was a small shift, but it mattered. Movement means momentum. And momentum invites responsibility. I spent hours poring over the data, not
- [Why Food Security Is the Starting Point: How The Southside Filling Station Powers SENT’s Wraparound Model](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/20/why-food-security-is-the-starting-point-how-the-southside-filling-station-powers-sents-wraparound-model/) - At SENT, we don’t believe food security is the finish line. We believe it is the front door. For many neighbors, the Southside Filling Station is the first place they feel safe asking for help. It’s where immediate needs are met with dignity and where trust begins to form. From there, deeper support becomes possible.
- [Does Mixed-Income Housing Displace Residents?](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/31/does-mixed-income-housing-displace-residents/) - A Thoughtful Look at Research and Our Practice This is a question we hear often, and it is a fair one. When people have seen neighborhoods change without protections, it makes sense to ask whether new housing, even well-intentioned housing, might push long-time residents out. I appreciate the care behind that concern, and I want
- [Why Hi-Crest Is Not the Exception](https://senttopeka.com/2026/01/14/why-hi-crest-is-not-the-exception/) - Recently, the work of SENT in the Hi-Crest neighborhood was recognized by the Kansas Department of Commerce through the Community Empowerment Program with its highest designation, Community of Excellence. We are deeply grateful for that recognition. It affirms years of work done in the Hi-Crest community, with the Hi-Crest community, and always alongside neighbors rather
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Announces New Teacher Housing Stability and Retention Initiative](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/11/press-release-sent-inc-announces-new-teacher-housing-stability-and-retention-initiative/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. Announces New Teacher Housing Stability and Retention Initiative to Strengthen Schools, Support Educators, and Build Healthier Neighborhoods Topeka, KS — [January 2026] — SENT Inc. announced the launch of its Teacher Housing Stability and Retention Initiative, a strategic investment designed to help committed educators put down long-term roots in the
- [SENT addresses link between stress, housing instability | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/18/sent-addresses-link-between-stress-housing-instability-wibw/) - Watch the Feature Here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Dec. 17, 2025 at 11:27 PM TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The holidays can be stressful enough, but worrying about whether you’ll have a roof over your head adds to the pressure. Johnathan Sublet with SENT Topeka visited Eye on NE Kansas to share how the organization is working to
- [The Greater Topeka Partnership announced the members of the 2026 Leadership Greater Topeka class | Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/22/the-greater-topeka-partnership-announced-the-members-of-the-2026-leadership-greater-topeka-class-topeka-capital-journal/) - See the full list here. Honors The Greater Topeka Partnership announced the members of the 2026 Leadership Greater Topeka class, chosen after an extensive nomination and application process. Each year, this program challenges and inspires leaders through adaptive leadership training, hands-on projects and community engagement. Members participate in a two-day kick-off retreat, nine full-day sessions from
- [Does Mixed-Income Housing Displace Residents? A Thoughtful Look at Research and Our Practice](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/22/does-mixed-income-housing-displace-residents-a-thoughtful-look-at-research-and-our-practice/) - This is a question we hear often, and it is a fair one. When people have seen neighborhoods change without protections, it makes sense to ask whether new housing, even well-intentioned housing, might push long-time residents out. I appreciate the care behind that concern, and I want to respond to it with both humility and
- [A Stable Home Is One of the Strongest Investments a Community Can Make](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/22/a-stable-home-is-one-of-the-strongest-investments-a-community-can-make/) - At SENT, we often say that housing is not just shelter. It is health infrastructure. It is education infrastructure. It is economic infrastructure. Johnson-Betts Meadows was designed with this belief at its core. Johnson-Betts Meadows is a 176-unit apartment community intentionally developed to strengthen outcomes for children, families, schools, and the broader Topeka community. Of
- [More Homes, More Stability: Why SENT Is Using Manufactured and Panelized Housing in 2026](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/22/more-homes-more-stability-why-sent-is-using-manufactured-and-panelized-housing-in-2026/) - In almost every community conversation about housing, someone eventually says some version of: “We need affordable housing, but we don’t want those kinds of homes.” I understand where that fear comes from. For decades, “manufactured housing” got lumped into images of flimsy trailers and disinvestment. But what’s happening today is different. Modern manufactured housing and
- [The Crisis We Don’t Want to See, and the Hope We Cannot Ignore](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/24/the-crisis-we-dont-want-to-see-and-the-hope-we-cannot-ignore/) - I struggle with the tension. In Topeka and in communities like ours across the country, we are caught between two competing realities. The first is the one splashed across headlines: homes are increasingly out of reach for working families. A recent Bankrate analysis put a number to what many already know in their bones: more
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Building Pathways of Purpose - SENT's Workforce Development Expands](https://senttopeka.com/2025/11/10/sent-inc-newsletter-building-pathways-of-purpose-sents-workforce-development-expands/) - At SENT, we believe that transformation happens when people are given both opportunity and support. That’s why we’re so excited to share about a new chapter in our Workforce Development efforts—two initiatives that combine hands-on experience with wraparound care to build pathways of purpose for people reentering the workforce. Across the nation, individuals coming out
- [Feeding neighbors in need, one bottle at a time | Kansas Farmer](https://senttopeka.com/2025/11/17/feeding-neighbors-in-need-one-bottle-at-a-time-kansas-farmer/) - Read the full feature here. Feeding neighbors in need, one bottle at a time Cowtowns & Skyscrapers: Hildebrand Farms Dairy launches program to help neighbors with food insecurity. Jennifer M. Latzke, Editor, Kansas Farmer November 14, 2025 Hildebrand Farms Dairy, Junction City, Kan., is offering bottles of skim milk to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program beneficiaries and others
- [Why a Wrap-Around Model Works: Moving the Needle on Thriving in Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/11/19/why-a-wrap-around-model-works-moving-the-needle-on-thriving-in-topeka/) - Every day, neighbors walk through SENT’s doors carrying stories that span far beyond a single need. A mother searching for stable housing is also trying to find child care so she can return to work. A teen struggling in school is also dealing with anxiety after witnessing neighborhood violence. A father seeking recovery is also
- [We Get What We Measure: Why Prevention Must Become Kansas’ New Standard for Safety and Well Being](https://senttopeka.com/2025/12/04/we-get-what-we-measure-why-prevention-must-become-kansas-new-standard-for-safety-and-well-being/) - We are again mourning the loss of life in our city. Once more, we are confronted with the reality that violence in Topeka is not an isolated event. It is a pattern. These moments force us to ask hard questions. They should disturb us. They should unsettle us. And they should push us to look
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: When Energy Costs Break the Family Budget](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/14/sent-inc-newsletter-when-energy-costs-break-the-family-budget/) - Read the Full Newsletter Here. In Topeka’s 66605 ZIP code, the median household income is about $57,600 a year. For many families earning below that, the reality is stark. Energy bills eat up a disproportionate share of their income, often more than 13 percent. At that level, experts say households are “energy burdened,” meaning the cost
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT, Inc. and Working Men of Christ Announce Strategic Workforce Development Partnership](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/14/press-release-sent-inc-and-working-men-of-christ-announce-strategic-workforce-development-partnership/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Topeka, KS — October 8, 2025 SENT, Inc., a Topeka-based nonprofit dedicated to holistic neighborhood transformation, is proud to announce a new partnership with Working Men of Christ (WMOC), a Christ-centered ministry that has operated eight discipleship homes in partnership with Crossroads Restoration Inc. across Kansas since 2014. This collaboration marks
- [Topeka program helps teens ‘level up’ in preventing substance abuse | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/16/topeka-program-helps-teens-level-up-in-preventing-substance-abuse-wibw/) - By Melissa Brunner Published: Oct. 15, 2025 at 5:50 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A southeast Topeka program is helping teens ‘level up’ in their goals to live free of drug and alcohol addiction. Brail Watson leads SENT Topeka’s ‘Level Up’ program. He visited Eye on NE Kansas to share information about it. Watson said Level
- [PRESS RELEASE: Highlights and Outcomes from SENT’s 2025 Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway & Child Mental Wellness Fair](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/16/press-release-highlights-and-outcomes-from-sents-2025-annual-halloween-costume-giveaway-child-mental-wellness-fair/) - SENT’s 2025 Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway & Child Mental Wellness Fair Overview The 2025 Halloween Costume Giveaway and Child Mental Wellness Fair brought together hundreds of neighbors, families, and community partners to celebrate joy, health, and hope in Southeast Topeka. Through this annual event, SENT Inc. created dignified opportunities for families to access mental and
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. and Kansas City Food Hub Partner to Strengthen Food Access and Community Health in Southeast Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/22/press-release-sent-inc-and-kansas-city-food-hub-partner-to-strengthen-food-access-and-community-health-in-southeast-topeka/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. and Kansas City Food Hub Partner to Strengthen Food Access and Community Health in Southeast Topeka TOPEKA, KS, October 28, 2025 – SENT Inc. has announced a new partnership with the Kansas City Food Hub (KCFH) that will deliver fresh, locally sourced produce directly to SENT each week. The collaboration
- [How Topeka City Council District 3 candidates view Hi-Crest issues | The Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/28/how-topeka-city-council-district-3-candidates-view-hi-crest-issues-the-topeka-capital-journal/) - Read the full feature here. How Topeka City Council District 3 candidates view Hi-Crest issues By: Stacey Saldanha-Olson Topeka Capital-Journal Topeka City Council candidates for the District 3 seat Daisy Karimi and incumbent Sylvia Ortiz, participated in a candidate forum Oct. 22 at SENT Inc. facility, where they addressed issues affecting the Hi-Crest neighborhood. District 3 is
- [Salute Our Heroes: Topeka woman finds home in service at SENT Topeka | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/28/salute-our-heroes-topeka-woman-finds-home-in-service-at-sent-topeka-wibw/) - Read the full feature here. By Claire Decatur Published: Oct. 27, 2025 at 11:25 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Serving others has always been a priority for Brenda Groves. “I had truly been volunteering, kind of out in the community post-COVID, trying to figure out kind of where I was supposed to be,” said Groves,
- [SENT Inc. expanding its food pantry in Topeka | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/29/sent-inc-expanding-its-food-pantry-in-topeka-ksnt/) - Read the full feature here. by: Colter Robinson Posted: Oct 28, 2025 / 09:55 AM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – SENT Inc. will partner with the Kansas City Food Hub (KCFH) to deliver fresh food weekly to a pantry in southeast Topeka. Starting on Oct. 27, KCFH started delivering fresh products from local producers to SENT’s south side
- [Investing in Prevention: How SENT Is Redefining Community Health and Stability](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/29/investing-in-prevention-how-sent-is-redefining-community-health-and-stability/) - Communities across the nation are being entrusted with an unprecedented opportunity — to transform the lessons of the opioid crisis into long-term investments that prevent future harm before it begins. The Guidance for Investing the Opioid Settlement Funds in Primary Prevention, developed by the Partnership to End Addiction, outlines how these settlement dollars — nearly
- [SENT Inc. Topeka hosts annual Halloween costume giveaway | KSNT.com](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/13/sent-inc-topeka-hosts-annual-halloween-costume-giveaway-ksnt-com/) - Read the full feature here. Watch the Video Here. SENT Inc. Topeka hosts annual Halloween costume giveaway by: Isabella Cahill Posted: Oct 11, 2025 / 08:55 PM CDT Updated: Oct 11, 2025 / 08:55 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – SENT Inc. Topeka hosted its annual Halloween costume giveaway and child mental wellness fair today. With Halloween less
- [Giving Back: SENT Topeka | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/09/giving-back-sent-topeka-ksnt/) - READ the full feature here. WATCH the full feature here. by: Dane Kroll Posted: Oct 8, 2025 / 11:22 AM CDT Updated: Oct 8, 2025 / 11:22 AM CDT Patterson Legal Group is a paid sponsor of FOX 43 AM Live and is responsible for this content. TOPEKA (KTMJ) In this week’s segment of Giving Back sponsored by Patterson
- [Food instability can be factor in fighting addiction | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/18/food-instability-can-be-factor-in-fighting-addiction-wibw/) - Watch the Full Feature. By Melissa Brunner Published: Sep. 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Overcoming addiction is not easy. With September being National Recovery Month, advocates are drawing attention to something you might not think about that can play a critical role in recovery: food insecurity. Jill Rice, operations director at
- [More than 600 volunteers take part in Nancy Perry Day of Caring in Topeka area | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/22/more-than-600-volunteers-take-part-in-nancy-perry-day-of-caring-in-topeka-area-wibw/) - Read the full feature. By Phil Anderson Published: Sep. 19, 2025 at 12:33 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Volunteers fanned out across the Topeka area on Friday for the annual Nancy Perry Day of Caring. More than 600 volunteers were expected to take part in the event, which began Thursday and continued Friday. The Friday
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc.’s Southside Wellness Clinic Launches Holistic Health Consultations to Expand Community Health Services](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/25/press-release-sent-inc-s-southside-wellness-clinic-launches-holistic-health-consultations-to-expand-community-health-services/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc.’s Southside Wellness Clinic Launches Holistic Health Consultations to Expand Community Health Services Topeka, KS — [October 2025] — SENT Inc. is proud to announce the launch of Holistic Health Consultations at the Southside Wellness Clinic, providing neighbors with culturally sensitive, evidence-informed, and personalized wellness services. This new offering reflects SENT’s
- [Shifting Birth Patterns, Rising Needs: Why SENT’s Maternal Health Work Matters](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/30/shifting-birth-patterns-rising-needs-why-sents-maternal-health-work-matters/) - The recent analyses published by the Census Bureau offer a sobering glimpse into evolving patterns of fertility and birth in the United States. In “Childlessness on the Rise — Except for Women Ages 45 to 50,” the Census shows that between 2014 and 2024, the share of women who have never had a child has increased
- [2025 Pictures with Santa & Health Fair for Children and Families](https://senttopeka.com/2025/10/08/2025-pictures-with-santa-health-fair-for-children-and-families/) - It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year — and Santa is Coming to SENT! We’re so excited to announce the return of one of our favorite community traditions — Pictures with Santa & Family Health Fair, happening Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9:00–11:00 AM at SENT Topeka! Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Gives Update on New Heights & Fremont Hill: Partnerships Driving Affordable Housing Innovation in Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/16/press-release-sent-inc-gives-update-on-new-heights-fremont-hill-partnerships-driving-affordable-housing-innovation-in-topeka/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. Gives Update on New Heights & Fremont Hill: Partnerships Driving Affordable Housing Innovation in Topeka Topeka, KS — SENT Inc. has announced major progress on New Heights, a signature subdivision within the larger Fremont Hill Development. Together, these initiatives represent one of the most innovative affordable housing models in Kansas, proving what
- [Beyond NIAs: The Ruthless Elimination of Struggle](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/16/beyond-nias-the-ruthless-elimination-of-struggle/) - Beyond NIAs: The Ruthless Elimination of Struggle One of the most challenging parts of living in an under-resourced neighborhood is that you need resources. And often, to get those resources, you have to sell your story and sell the need you have. Sometimes that becomes dehumanizing, because the only thing people know about you is
- [ SENT Inc. Newsletter: Breathing Room for Our Schools](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/03/3970/) - Read the Full Newsletter Here. We believe it is easier to expand a lung than to grow a new one. That same philosophy shapes how we partner with our local schools. We look for ways to use our available capacity to give schools room to breathe life into children. We recognize that, next to their
- [Envista gifts SENT Inc. with Topeka Boulevard property | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/09/envista-gifts-sent-inc-with-topeka-boulevard-property-wibw/) - Read the Full Feature. By Aja Carter Published: Sep. 9, 2025 at 11:45 AM TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Envista Federal Credit Union announced Tuesday, Sept. 9, that it gifted property to SENT Inc. The gift is part of Envista’s EnvistaCares Initiative, to support the communities they serve through partnerships and investments. “Envista is passionate about creating
- [PRESS RELEASE: Joy Meets Wellness at SENT Inc.’s Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway & Child Mental Wellness Fair](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/11/press-release-joy-meets-wellness-at-sent-inc-s-annual-halloween-costume-giveaway-child-mental-wellness-fair/) - Free Costumes, Mental Health Activities, Flu Shots, and Pantry Access — All in One Morning for Families Topeka, KS — On Saturday, October 11, 2025, SENT Inc. will host its Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway and Child Mental Wellness Fair from 9:00–11:00 AM at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. This free event blends the joy
- [2025 Pictures with Santa & Wellness Fair](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/16/2025-pictures-with-santa-wellness-fair/) - 📸🎅 Pictures with Santa & Health Fair for Children and Families 🎅 It’s that time of year, and we’re excited to bring back our cherished holiday tradition! Join us for “Pictures with Santa,” hosted by SENT Topeka. This special event is perfect for families to enjoy festive fun, meet Santa, and leave with a memorable
- [SENT Inc. holding annual Halloween costume giveaway | KSNT.com](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/16/sent-inc-holding-annual-halloween-costume-giveaway-ksnt-com/) - SENT Inc. holding annual Halloween costume giveaway by: Colter Robinson Posted: Sep 11, 2025 / 09:29 AM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – SENT Inc. will be holding its Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway and Child Mental Wellness Fair next month. SENT Inc. will offer families free, new and gently used, Halloween costumes to children of all ages on Oct.
- [Envista Federal Credit Union announced the gift of property at 1600 SW Topeka Blvd. to SENT Inc. | Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2025/09/16/envista-federal-credit-union-announced-the-gift-of-property-at-1600-sw-topeka-blvd-to-sent-inc-topeka-capital-journal/) - Read the full feature here. Envista Federal Credit Union announced the gift of property at 1600 SW Topeka Blvd. to SENT Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to strengthening and equipping neighborhoods together in the Topeka community. This contribution is part of Envista’s EnvistaCares initiative, which focuses on supporting the communities it serves through meaningful partnerships and investments. SENT
- [Growing a Resilience Garden—How the Kansas Needs Assessment and SENT Inc. Work Together](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/28/growing-a-resilience-garden-how-the-kansas-needs-assessment-and-sent-inc-work-together/) - Imagine Shawnee County as a community garden. Some plots are lush and thriving, while others are dry, weedy, or barely sprouting. The “United to Transform 2025 Needs Assessment” is like a master gardener’s blueprint—it maps where the soil is depleted, where more tools are needed, and where roots are shallow. One of the most striking findings is
- [Mental health key risk factor in opioid addiction | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/22/mental-health-key-risk-factor-in-opioid-addiction/) - Watch Full Feature Here. Untreated depression, anxiety or trauma might lead people to self-medicate, increasing risk for opioid addiction. By Melissa Brunner Published: Aug. 20, 2025 at 5:27 PM CDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - We’re learning a lot in recent years about opioid abuse: how it happens, how to prevent it, and how dangerous it
- [More Than a Roof: How SENT Inc. Is Fighting Social Isolation Through Community](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/26/more-than-a-roof-how-sent-inc-is-fighting-social-isolation-through-community/) - What does it mean to be healthy? It’s easy to think of health in terms of hospital visits, prescriptions, or diets. But a growing body of research shows that one of the greatest threats to our well-being isn’t just physical—it’s relational. Social isolation is now considered as dangerous to health as smoking or excessive drinking,
- [When Community Heals: The Overlooked Link Between Mental Health and Neighborhoods](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/26/when-community-heals-the-overlooked-link-between-mental-health-and-neighborhoods/) - Mental health is often treated as a clinical issue—something managed in counseling sessions or treated with prescriptions. But what if one of the most powerful mental health interventions isn’t found inside a clinic at all? According to the Build Healthy Places Network, mental health is deeply tied to our environment—and our ZIP code may shape
- [PRESS RELEASE - Annual Halloween Costume Collection & Giveaway + Child Mental Wellness Fair](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/26/press-release-annual-halloween-costume-collection-giveaway-child-mental-wellness-fair/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Joy Meets Wellness at SENT Inc.’s Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway & Child Mental Wellness Fair Free Costumes, Mental Health Activities, Flu Shots, and Pantry Access — All in One Morning for Families Topeka, KS — On Saturday, October 11, 2025, SENT Inc. will host its Annual Halloween Costume Giveaway and Child Mental
- [Navigating Change Together: What the One Big Beautiful Bill Means for Kansas Families](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/27/navigating-change-together-what-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-means-for-kansas-families/) - At SENT, we believe that every change—no matter how challenging—creates an opportunity to deepen our relationships and support one another. This year’s passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) brings sweeping changes to Medicaid (KanCare) and SNAP (food assistance) in Kansas. These changes will affect thousands of our neighbors, particularly children, seniors, people
- [The Power of Access... One-on-one with Tricia Sublet of SENT Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/27/the-power-of-access-one-on-one-with-tricia-sublet-of-sent-topeka/) - Watch the Full Feature Here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Aug. 26, 2025 at 7:29 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Giving people access close to home can be a key to improving mental health. An example of that is SENT Topeka, a non-profit based in a southeast Topeka neighborhood once known for crime and poverty.
- [The Partnership Plate: Building Connections Over Breakfast with SENT](https://senttopeka.com/2024/11/19/the-partnership-plate-building-connections-over-breakfast-with-sent/) - The Partnership Plate: Building Connections Over Breakfast with SENT SENT Inc. is excited to introduce The Partnership Plate: Building Connections Over Breakfast, a monthly initiative designed to engage, inform, and inspire collaboration among Kansas community leaders, funders, nonprofits, and government representatives. Each month, on the third Friday, SENT opens its doors to ten select community
- [Teenagers learn new ways to express themselves at SENT Topeka’s summer program | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/29/teenagers-learn-new-ways-to-express-themselves-at-sent-topekas-summer-program-wibw/) - Watch the Full Feature Here. By Carson Shea Published: Jul. 24, 2025 at 7:33 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT’s new program created a space for teens to connect and express themselves in artistic ways. “I’m learning that it doesn’t matter who someone is, they can still be your friend,” attendee Elliot Reeder said.
- [Care for mothers expands in Topeka under new initiative | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/30/care-for-mothers-expands-in-topeka-under-new-initiative-ksnt/) - Read the Full Feature Here. by: Matthew Self Posted: Jul 29, 2025 / 12:40 PM CDT Updated: Jul 29, 2025 / 12:40 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka nonprofit is teaming up with the state’s health agency to offer expanded mental, physical and maternal health services to local residents. Strengthening and Equipping Neighborhoods Together
- [Breaking Free - One Client's Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/30/breaking-free-one-clients-story/) - I wanted to share this with you because holistic wellness has always been deeply important to me. As a healthcare professional, I know that when I don’t have answers, it’s my responsibility to refer others to those who do—because the inability to provide accurate information can sometimes mean the difference between life and death. It
- [SENT Topeka launches new effort to support teen mental health | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/17/sent-topeka-launches-new-effort-to-support-teen-mental-health-wibw/) - Watch the Full Feature here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Jul. 16, 2025 at 7:20 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A behavioral health team in southeast Topeka is taking new steps to reach out to teens. Char’dae Bell, a behavioral health specialist with SENT Topeka, visited Eye on NE Kansas to detail their Campus Connections program. Campus Connections
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. and True to Life Ministries Launch Transformative Partnership to Empower Disconnected Youth in Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/22/press-release-sent-inc-and-true-to-life-ministries-launch-transformative-partnership-to-empower-disconnected-youth-in-topeka/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2025 SENT Inc. and True to Life Ministries Launch Transformative Partnership to Empower Disconnected Youth in Topeka Topeka, KS – [July 2025] — SENT Inc. is proud to announce a powerful new partnership with True to Life Ministries (TTLM)—a Texas-based nonprofit with over 15 years of proven success empowering individuals through
- [Press Release: SENT Inc. and KDHE Partner to Expand Maternal Health and Family Wellness in Southeast Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/29/press-release-sent-inc-and-kdhe-partner-to-expand-maternal-health-and-family-wellness-in-southeast-topeka/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. and KDHE Partner to Expand Maternal Health and Family Wellness in Southeast Topeka Topeka, KS — [AUGUST 2025] — SENT Inc. (Strengthening and Equipping Neighborhoods Together) is proud to announce a transformational new partnership with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) through a $250,000 grant to lead a
- [Investing in Moms, Transforming Generations: Why SENT’s Maternal Health Work Matters Now More Than Ever](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/29/investing-in-moms-transforming-generations-why-sents-maternal-health-work-matters-now-more-than-ever/) - When a mother thrives, her child has a better chance to thrive. But in communities across the country, including Southeast Topeka, that opportunity is far from guaranteed. The challenges mothers face before, during, and after pregnancy are often rooted not just in biology, but in poverty, stress, systemic racism, and lack of access to coordinated
- [SENT Topeka’s Southside Filling Station set to reopen after community support | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/08/sent-topekas-southside-filling-station-set-to-reopen-after-community-support-wibw/) - Watch Full Feature By Carson Shea Published: Jul. 7, 2025 at 11:30 PM EDT|Updated: 17 hours ago TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Over the last week, dozens of Topeka families haven’t been able to pick up food from pantries around the city. SER, a federally funded program employing senior volunteers, remains on hold amid federal funding
- [Affordable housing to come to Southeast Topeka | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/08/affordable-housing-to-come-to-southeast-topeka-ksnt/) - Read the Full Feature. by: Savannah Meier Posted: Jul 8, 2025 / 07:19 AM CDT Updated: Jul 8, 2025 / 07:19 AM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local non-profit is getting some help to begin the next step in building and bringing affordable housing to the community. With new tax credits, SENT Topeka unlocked a
- [SENT Topeka set to build over 200 units of affordable housing in Southeast Topeka | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/09/sent-topeka-set-to-build-over-200-units-of-affordable-housing-in-southeast-topeka-wibw/) - Read Full Feature Here. By Carson Shea Published: Jul. 8, 2025 at 7:26 PM EDT|Updated: 14 hours ago TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Southeast Topeka will soon be home to additional affordable housing. SENT Topeka was awarded $46 million in tax credits, which it was able to channel toward its Fremont-Hill development project. The project will be developed
- [How SNAP cuts are impacting Kansas | KSNT27](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/09/how-snap-cuts-are-impacting-kansas-ksnt/) - Watch the Feature Here. We’re incredibly grateful to KSNT and Rob Hughes for shining a light on the real impact of SNAP program cuts—and for giving voice to the families, staff, and volunteers affected by this loss. As our founder Johnathan Sublet shared in the interview, this is about more than funding.
- [‘These decisions are life or death’: Topeka food bank talks impact of SNAP cuts | Yahoo! News](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/15/these-decisions-are-life-or-death-topeka-food-bank-talks-impact-of-snap-cuts-yahoo-news/) - Read & Watch the Full Feature Here. By Matthew Self Wed, July 9, 2025 at 2:14 PM EDT 2 min read TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka non-profit and food pantry is revealing how recent cuts to a federal nutrition program will have an impact on the local community. Johnathan Sublet with SENT Topeka talked about
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: A Historic Win — But the Work Is Bigger Than One Project](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/15/sent-inc-newsletter-a-historic-win-but-the-work-is-bigger-than-one-project/) - Read the Full Newsletter Here. In June, SENT was officially awarded tax credits for Johnson-Betts Meadows — a $46 million investment that will bring 176 units of affordable housing to Southeast Topeka. This is a milestone worth celebrating. It represents not only the hard work of our team but the relentless support, belief, and investment of people
- [Housing Is Health: How SENT Inc. Is Building a Future Without Homelessness](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/16/housing-is-health-how-sent-inc-is-building-a-future-without-homelessness/) - Housing Is Health: How SENT Inc. Is Building a Future Without Homelessness Homelessness is one of the most visible symptoms of systemic inequity in America. But it’s not just a housing issue—it’s a health crisis. According to the Build Healthy Places Network, over half a million people in the U.S. experience homelessness at any given
- [Battling substance use disorder: local resources to help with mental and physical components | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/06/20/battling-substance-use-disorder-local-resources-to-help-with-mental-and-physical-components-wibw/) - Watch the Full Story Here. Published: Jun. 18, 2025 at 5:50 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Substance use disorders can be difficult to overcome because you have both mental and physical components. SENT Topeka offers support programs that can help. Tricia McCourt stopped by Eye on Northeast Kansas to share more about local resources available
- [SENT Topeka temporarily closes southside Wellness Clinic and Filling station | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/01/sent-topeka-temporarily-closes-southside-wellness-clinic-and-filling-station-wibw/) - Watch the Feature and Learn More. TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A lack of volunteers has led to the temporary closure of SENT Topeka’s Southside Wellness Clinic and Filling Station. The organization posted to Facebook Saturday, June 28, stating its roster was hit with an influx of ill employees and that volunteer trainees were furloughed due
- [Federal funding delays cause temporary closures to Topeka food pantries | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/02/federal-funding-delays-cause-temporary-closures-to-topeka-food-pantries-wibw/) - Watch the full feature and learn more. By Carson Shea Published: Jul. 1, 2025 at 7:14 PM EDT|Updated: 15 hours ago TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Multiple organizations in the area are being impacted by delays in federal funding. SER is a federally funded program that trains seniors to help community service groups. Staff members from both SENT Topeka’s Southside Filling Station and Be
- [Changing the Narrative: How SENT Is Centering Equity, Belonging, and Community Voice](https://senttopeka.com/2025/07/02/changing-the-narrative-how-sent-is-centering-equity-belonging-and-community-voice/) - Across the country, communities are rethinking what it really means to pursue health and opportunity for all. At SENT, this question is not theoretical—it’s practical, urgent, and rooted in the day-to-day experiences of our neighbors. A recent publication from the Build Healthy Places Network challenges us to shift our collective mindset. Rather than focusing on
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: From Where We Are to Where We Want to Be: The Power of Placemaking in Hi-Crest](https://senttopeka.com/2025/06/15/sent-inc-newsletter-from-where-we-are-to-where-we-want-to-be-the-power-of-placemaking-in-hi-crest/) - READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE There’s something transformational about gathering. When neighbors meet under the summer sky, not just to pass through a space but to dwell, laugh, dance, and dream together—that’s when a place starts to change. It’s the shift from geography to community. From a place where people are at, to a place
- [Johnathan Sublet of SENT Topeka: How We Are Helping To Make Housing More Affordable | Authority Magazine](https://senttopeka.com/2025/06/13/johnathan-sublet-of-sent-topeka-how-we-are-helping-to-make-housing-more-affordable-authority-magazine/) - Read the full feature here. Johnathan Sublet of SENT Topeka: How We Are Helping To Make Housing More Affordable An Interview With Aaron Weiner In many large cities in the US, there is a crisis caused by a shortage of affordable housing options. This has led to a host of social challenges. In this series
- [The Civic Circus Ep. 5 | Tricia Sublet with SENT Inc.](https://senttopeka.com/2025/06/13/the-civic-circus-ep-5-tricia-sublet-with-sent-inc/) - Watch the full episode. In this episode of The Civic Circus Podcast, we sit down with Tricia Sublet—a passionate community leader, businesswoman, and advocate for positive change. Tricia opens up about her journey, the lessons she's learned through leadership, and the power of showing up for your community. Whether you’re into local politics, personal growth,
- [Fun Is Killing Us: Why Doing the Right Thing Feels So Hard—And What We Can Do About It](https://senttopeka.com/2025/06/12/fun-is-killing-us-why-doing-the-right-thing-feels-so-hard-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/) - We live in a time where fun, excitement, and entertainment seem to guide almost every part of life. We want things fast, easy, and enjoyable. And if something doesn’t feel good right away, we often quit. But what if chasing fun is slowly hurting us? What if it’s keeping us from doing the hard things
- [Mental Health Awareness Month shines light on substance use disorders | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/23/mental-health-awareness-month-shines-light-on-substance-use-disorders-wibw/) - Read full feature here. SENT Topeka was awarded a Kansas Fights Addiction grant this year to further the assistance programs for their southeast Topeka community. By Melissa Brunner Published: May 21, 2025 at 6:27 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Substance use disorders can be a tough area
- [Topeka is getting new affordable housing in Hi-Crest. Here's what we know | Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/22/topeka-is-getting-new-affordable-housing-in-hi-crest-heres-what-we-know-topeka-capital-journal/) - Read the full feature here. Topeka is getting new affordable housing in Hi-Crest. Here's what we know Stacey Saldanha-Olson Topeka Capital-Journal Topeka City Council unanimously approved rezoning for a 14.9-acre housing project in East Topeka's Hi-Crest neighborhood. The project, spearheaded by SENT Inc., includes 176 apartments and 48 homes. Construction on the first 10 homes
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Launches First-Ever Summer Session of Creative Expressions to Support Teen Mental Health](https://senttopeka.com/2025/06/01/press-release-sent-launches-first-ever-summer-session-of-creative-expressions-to-support-teen-mental-health/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2025 SENT Launches First-Ever Summer Session of Creative Expressions to Support Teen Mental Health Topeka, KS — For the first time ever, SENT, Inc. is launching a summer edition of its Creative Expressions program, offering teens a safe, supportive, and engaging space to explore their emotions, connect with others, and build
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Launches “Beat the Heat” Campaign to Provide Relief for Families in Under-Resourced Neighborhoods](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/08/press-release-sent-inc-launches-beat-the-heat-campaign-to-provide-relief-for-families-in-under-resourced-neighborhoods/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. Launches “Beat the Heat” Campaign to Provide Relief for Families in Under-Resourced Neighborhoods Topeka, KS — With summer temperatures on the rise, SENT Inc. is calling on community members, businesses, and donors to support its annual Beat the Heat initiative—a climate resilience program designed to provide affordable
- [New affordable housing development near Topeka’s Hi-crest neighborhood to face key vote | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/20/new-affordable-housing-development-near-topekas-hi-crest-neighborhood-to-face-key-vote-wibw/) - Watch the full feature here. By Claire Decatur Published: May 19, 2025 at 11:28 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT INC Executive Director Johnathan Sublet has been one of the key voices in a Topeka affordable housing project. “I had this vision from the time I first came up to Topeka for my first
- [Two affordable housing projects underway in Topeka | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/two-affordable-housing-projects-underway-in-topeka-wibw/) - Watch the full feature here. By Mikayla Kelly Published: May 20, 2025 at 11:16 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Affordable complexes are in the works across the Capital City. Phase one of an affordable housing development in East Topeka was given the green light at the May 20 city council meeting. SENT Inc. executive
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT and Topeka Center for Peace and Justice Partner to Support Justice-Involved Youth Through Healing-Focused Program](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/press-release-sent-and-topeka-center-for-peace-and-justice-partner-to-support-justice-involved-youth-through-healing-focused-program/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT and Topeka Center for Peace and Justice Partner to Support Justice-Involved Youth Through Healing-Focused Program Topeka, KS —May 19, 2025 — A powerful new partnership between SENT Topeka and the Topeka Center for Peace and Justice (TCPJ) is bringing hope and healing to justice-involved youth in Shawnee County. Through the newly developed Peace Outreach Project (POP), youth
- ["Letting Go Changed Everything" – Tasha’s Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/20/letting-go-changed-everything-tashas-story/) - For a long time, Tasha tried to fight addiction alone—white-knuckling every day, determined to stay clean by sheer willpower. But eventually, she came to a hard truth: going it alone wasn’t going to keep her clean. That realization led her to Narcotics Anonymous (NA)—and to a whole new way of living. “The 12 steps and
- [ "They Taught Me How to Show Up" – Maya’s Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/they-taught-me-how-to-show-up-mayas-story/) - Maya didn’t walk into her first support group because of her own addiction. She walked in for the people she loved. After seeing close friends and family battle substance use—and reflecting on her own history with alcohol and medication—she wanted to better understand what recovery really meant. She started attending Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous
- ["I Found Trust Again" – James' Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/i-found-trust-again-james-story/) - For James, recovery began with a step toward connection. After struggling with substance use, he knew he couldn’t face the journey alone. That’s when he walked into a support group meeting—and kept showing up. Through the powerful combination of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and Celebrate Recovery, James found something he didn’t even realize
- ["A Load Lifted Off My Heart" – Carol’s Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/a-load-lifted-off-my-heart-carols-story/) - Carol joined Nar-Anon because of a loved one’s addiction. She was full of fear, anger, and despair—and completely without hope for the future. The emotional toll of someone else’s substance use had left her exhausted and unsure where to turn. But in that first meeting, something shifted. The people in the room didn’t judge—they listened.
- ["There Is Hope—LOTS of It!" – Bri’s Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/there-is-hope-lots-of-it-bris-story/) - When Bri first entered treatment, it wasn’t because she believed recovery was possible. It was because she was facing serious prison time for drug-related crimes after years of battling an opioid and heroin addiction. She had lost nearly everything—her family, her home, her career, and the life she once built. “I had turned my back
- ["When the Bricks Fell Off My Shoulders" – Linda’s Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/when-the-bricks-fell-off-my-shoulders-lindas-story/) - Substance Use Disorder doesn’t just affect the person using—it ripples through families. Linda joined Al-Anon not because she struggled with addiction, but because someone she loved did. As the family member of an alcoholic, she was carrying the silent weight of stress, confusion, and heartbreak. She needed support, and Al-Anon became her lifeline. “I found
- [“We’re Waiting for You” – Marcus’ Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/21/were-waiting-for-you-marcus-story/) - For Marcus, joining a support group wasn’t a bold step forward—it was a last resort. After years of drinking and drug use, after multiple arrests and the unraveling of life as he knew it, he reached a point of desperation. “It wasn’t really a decision. I just didn’t have any other option. I couldn’t imagine
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Help Us Beat the Heat—Today and for the Future](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/14/sent-inc-newsletter-help-us-beat-the-heat-today-and-for-the-future/) - Read the full newsletter here. “We can’t control the temperature, but we can control how we show up for one another. Beat the Heat is about more than air conditioners—it’s about dignity, equity, and building a future where no family has to suffer in silence.” — Johnathan Sublet, Executive Director, SENT Inc. Help Us Beat the Heat—Today and
- [A Story of Resilience: Amber's Journey with Substance Use and Hope for the Future](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/30/a-story-of-resilience-ambers-journey-with-substance-use-and-hope-for-the-future/) - Amber's story is one of immense strength and unwavering hope. As someone who has walked the difficult path of substance use disorder (SUD) herself, Amber is now a steadfast advocate for education and awareness. Her personal experiences, coupled with her role as a mother, fuel her passion for helping others navigate the challenges of addiction.
- ["I Realized I Was Never Alone" – Ray’s Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/07/i-realized-i-was-never-alone-rays-story/) - For Ray, recovery didn’t begin as a personal choice—it began as a court requirement. But what started as obligation quickly turned into something that changed his life. Ray began attending Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Celebrate Recovery, and a Veterans Affairs (V.A.) recovery group, unsure of what to expect. What he found was a room full of
- ["We Will Love You Until You Learn to Love Yourself" – David’s Story](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/06/we-will-love-you-until-you-learn-to-love-yourself-davids-story/) - After more than 30 years battling addiction, David reached a breaking point. He had tried to get clean on his own—but it wasn’t working. He was desperately searching for something different… for life itself. “I couldn’t do it on my own.” He found what he needed in community—through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), SMART
- [Finding Light in the Darkness: Annie’s Journey with Family Impact of SUD](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/01/finding-light-in-the-darkness-annies-journey-with-family-impact-of-sud/) - For Annie, the story of substance use disorder (SUD) is deeply woven into her family’s history. Growing up with an alcoholic father cast a shadow over her childhood, leaving lasting scars that she still navigates in her mid-30s. Yet, amid the difficulties, Annie’s story is one of resilience, love, and hope—especially as her mother now
- [Ashleigh’s Story: Finding Resilience in the Midst of SUD](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/03/ashleighs-story-finding-resilience-in-the-midst-of-sud/) - Ashleigh’s life has been deeply shaped by the effects of substance use disorders (SUD), spanning generations and relationships. Both of her parents, as well as the fathers of her three children, continue to struggle with addiction, leaving a lasting impact on her family dynamics. For Ashleigh’s oldest child, the presence—and absence—of her father is particularly
- [Ashliegh’s Story: Breaking Free from Addiction and Fighting for Family](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/24/ashlieghs-story-breaking-free-from-addiction-and-fighting-for-family/) - Ashliegh Borders’ story is one of resilience, strength, and unwavering determination. After years of battling addiction, losing custody of her daughter, and facing intense family challenges, Ashliegh found her way back through recovery. Her journey took her from jail to Valeo Behavioral Recovery Center, where she completed treatment and outpatient care. But the real battle
- [Empower Change: Support SENT Topeka's Year-End Giving Campaign](https://senttopeka.com/2023/12/20/empower-change-support-sent-topekas-year-end-giving-campaign/) - Read our newsletter here. As we approach the end of another year, we at SENT Topeka are filled with gratitude for your continued support. DONATE TODAY! Dear Valued Supporter, As we approach the end of another year, we at SENT Topeka are filled with gratitude for your continued support. It's that time of the
- [The Journey to #1: A Vision for Kansas and Hi-Crest](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/30/the-journey-to-1-a-vision-for-kansas-and-hi-crest/) - In 1992, Kansas proudly ranked 8th in the nation for health. Fast forward to 2024, and we’ve fallen to 29th. At the 2024 Kansas Health Foundation Health Rise Event, Ed O’Malley issued a challenge for those in the room: to unite and push Kansas to #1. He handed out symbolic coins as a call to action, and I took that challenge
- [The Women Behind the Names: Honoring Dr. Beryl New & Pamela Johnson-Betts](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/13/the-women-behind-the-names-honoring-dr-beryl-new-pamela-johnson-betts/) - At SENT Inc., we know that housing is more than shelter. It is the foundation for personal growth, community stability, and generational opportunity. That’s why we are committed to transformative projects that combine sustainability, affordability, and strategic partnerships. New Heights Workforce Development Subdivision: Honoring Community Workers We invite you to learn more about this project
- [Press Release: SENT Inc. Introduces New Heights & Johnson-Betts Meadows at Fremont Hill](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/18/press-release-sent-inc-introduces-new-heights-johnson-betts-meadows-at-fremont-hill/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Topeka, KS – SENT Inc. is proud to announce two transformative housing initiatives—New Heights at Fremont Hill and Johnson-Betts Meadows—designed to expand affordable homeownership and increase equitable housing opportunities for working families in Southeast Topeka. These developments represent a bold step toward reversing decades of disinvestment and ensuring that families who contribute
- [Kansas sought homelessness success stories. It stumbled on a cautionary tale, too.](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/04/kansas-sought-homelessness-success-stories-it-stumbled-on-a-cautionary-tale-too/) - Kansas sought homelessness success stories. It stumbled on a cautionary tale, too. by Stefania Lugli, KLC Journal February 26, 2025 One phrase is increasingly frequenting the lips of Wichita and Kansas officials when talking about ending homelessness: functional zero. “Functional zero” is a milestone achieved when homelessness becomes rare and brief for a certain population,
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT, Inc. and Topeka Doula Project Partner to Expand Maternal Health Support in Southeast Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/05/06/press-release-sent-inc-and-topeka-doula-project-partner-to-expand-maternal-health-support-in-southeast-topeka/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT, Inc. and Topeka Doula Project Partner to Expand Maternal Health Support in Southeast Topeka Topeka, KS — May 5, 2025 — SENT, Inc., a Topeka-based nonprofit focused on holistic neighborhood transformation, and the Topeka Doula Project, a volunteer-run organization providing pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support, are proud to announce a strategic partnership
- [Client Story: “The branches of our lives grow in many directions…”](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/22/client-story-the-branches-of-our-lives-grow-in-many-directions/) - At 32 years old, Jasmine is a full-time student, a single mother, and a woman determined to break the cycles of trauma that shaped her past. Her journey toward healing hasn't been easy—but it's one that speaks to the power of resilience, community, and the decision to finally face what once felt too heavy to
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Expands Access to Mental Health Services in Southeast Topeka with New Mental Health Specialist Hire](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/22/press-release-sent-inc-expands-access-to-mental-health-services-in-southeast-topeka-with-new-mental-health-specialist-hire/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 2025 SENT Inc. Expands Access to Mental Health Services in Southeast Topeka with New Mental Health Specialist Hire Topeka, KS — SENT Inc. is proud to announce the newest addition to its Mental Health and Wellness team: Char’dae C. Bell, M.A., who joins as Mental Health Specialist. Char’dae brings more than
- [Keep Calm! SENT Topeka offers advice for Stress Awareness Month | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/17/keep-calm-sent-topeka-offers-advice-for-stress-awareness-month-wibw/) - Left unchecked, stress can affect our mental health, and play a role in substance use and misuse. Watch the full feature here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Apr. 16, 2025 at 5:49 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - We all get stressed out from time to time. Left unchecked, it can affect our mental health, and
- [Same first name, common goal: Meet three ladies driving SENT Topeka services | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/08/same-first-name-common-goal-meet-three-ladies-driving-sent-topeka-services-wibw/) - Watch the Full Feature By Melissa Brunner Published: Apr. 7, 2025 at 5:51 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - When people on Topeka’s east side need to connect with resources, they just ask Tricia.... or Tricia... or Trisha! SENT Topeka has a lot going on at its Family Resource Center, and three women with the
- [County Health Rankings and Roadmaps report considers social rules, power | Kansas Reflector](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/09/county-health-rankings-and-roadmaps-report-considers-social-rules-power-kansas-reflector/) - Read the Full Feature Here. By: Morgan Chilson - April 8, 2025 12:00 pm TOPEKA — Societal rules — written and unwritten — and how power is distributed and wielded within communities are a new focus in an annual report that offers insights into health at a county level. The 2025 County Health Rankings
- [SENT Newsletter | True Change Comes Through Relationships, Not Just Rules](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/15/true-change-comes-through-relationships-not-just-rules/) - Read the Full Newsletter Here. “Rules alone can’t heal what’s broken. Relationships can.”- Johnathan Sublet, Executive Director When we talk about solving big problems like hunger and poverty, it can be easy to think that stricter rules or fewer benefits will force people to make better choices. Some leaders in the federal government and Kansas
- [Topeka’s Hi-Crest neighborhood sees 66% percent decrease in crime over past 20 years | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/25/topekas-hi-crest-neighborhood-sees-66-percent-decrease-in-crime-over-past-20-years-wibw/) - By Claire Decatur Published: Mar. 20, 2025 at 7:15 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - “Hi-Crest neighborhood was traditionally a redlined neighborhood,” SENT Inc. founder & Executive Director Johnathan Sublet said. “It reached its high point in crime back in 2005. Over the last 20 years, we have seen a 66% decrease in crime.” Since
- [Food Insecurity in Focus: Hunger Free Kansas Releases Eye-Opening Statewide Report](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/25/food-insecurity-in-focus-hunger-free-kansas-releases-eye-opening-statewide-report/) - What does it really mean to be food secure in Kansas? A new report commissioned by the Kansas Health Foundation and prepared by the Kansas Health Institute takes a deep dive into this question—and the findings are both urgent and illuminating. The Hunger Free Kansas: Environmental Scan of Secondary Data is a comprehensive analysis of
- [Organizations express concerns regarding a bill approved by lawmakers | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/27/organizations-express-concerns-regarding-a-bill-approved-by-lawmakers-wibw/) - By Madison Bickley Published: Mar. 26, 2025 at 7:04 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas lawmakers are sending Governor Laura Kelly a bill, directing the state to ask for a waiver so people couldn’t use SNAP benefits to buy items such as candy and soft drinks. “One of the things you most often lose
- [Unlocking the Dream of Homeownership: How HSP and HOPE Can Help You Buy a Home and Build a Legacy](https://senttopeka.com/2025/04/06/unlocking-the-dream-of-homeownership-how-hsp-and-hope-can-help-you-buy-a-home-and-build-a-legacy/) - Owning a home isn’t just about having a place to live—it’s about stability, wealth-building, and creating a foundation for future generations. Yet for many families, the biggest barrier to homeownership isn’t affording the monthly mortgage payment—it’s coming up with the down payment and closing costs. That’s where Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka’s Homeownership
- [Since the launch of Fellowship Hi-Crest and SENT, reported crimes have dropped another 29%.](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/04/since-the-launch-of-fellowship-hi-crest-and-sent-reported-crimes-have-dropped-another-29/) - Over the past 20 years, the Hi-Crest community has seen a dramatic shift. Crime peaked in 2005, but for the last two years, we’ve held steady at 66% below that high. Since the launch of Fellowship Hi-Crest and SENT, reported crimes have dropped another 29%. What’s driving this change? It’s not just policing—it’s people. Through
- [Driving to 100: Celebrating Hi-Crest’s Progress and Bold Future](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/12/driving-to-100-celebrating-hi-crests-progress-and-bold-future/) - Hi-Crest is a neighborhood filled with resilience, strength, and a deep sense of community. Over the past two decades, neighbors have stepped up, invested in their future, and transformed what was once considered one of Topeka’s most challenged areas into a place of pride and progress. The numbers tell a powerful story: crime is down
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: The Heart of a Neighborhood: The Hi-Crest Renewal and the Rise of Fremont Hill](https://senttopeka.com/2025/03/15/sent-inc-newsletter-the-heart-of-a-neighborhood-the-hi-crest-renewal-and-the-rise-of-fremont-hill/) - Read Full Newsletter Here. “Fighting for a long time to see a vision come to fruition is nothing new for the Hi-Crest neighborhood.”- Johnathan Sublet, Executive Director In the heart of Topeka, there is a story that beats with the rhythm of resilience, community, and hope—the story of Hi-Crest. This neighborhood has carried the weight
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. Launches Transportation Program to Improve Health Outcomes in Southeast Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/13/press-release-sent-inc-launches-transportation-program-to-improve-health-outcomes-in-southeast-topeka/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 13, 2025 SENT Inc. Launches Transportation Program to Improve Health Outcomes in Southeast Topeka Topeka, KS – SENT Inc. is proud to announce the launch of the SENT Transportation Program, a new initiative designed to break down transportation barriers and improve access to essential health and advocacy services for individuals and
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT Inc. and Be Filled of South Topeka Partner to Expand Wraparound Services to the Montara Community](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/13/press-release-sent-inc-and-be-filled-of-south-topeka-partner-to-expand-wraparound-services-to-the-montara-community/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 12, 2025 Topeka, KS – SENT Inc. is excited to announce a new partnership with Be Filled of South Topeka, extending critical wraparound services to the Montara community—an area that falls outside Topeka city limits and lacks access to many city-funded resources. Beginning March 1, 2025, this collaboration will ensure that
- [Building a Future of Sustainable and Affordable Housing in Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/13/building-a-future-of-sustainable-and-affordable-housing-in-topeka/) - A Comprehensive Look at SENT Inc.'s Vision for Community-Centered Housing At SENT Inc., we believe that a home is the foundation for personal and community growth. That’s why we are committed to transforming Topeka’s housing landscape through bold, innovative projects that blend sustainability, affordability, and strategic partnerships. By addressing the unique needs of our community,
- [PRESS RELEASE: Valeo & SENT Inc. Partner To Provide Same-Day Medicaid Enrollment & Disability Benefit Assistance For Those In Need](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/26/press-release-valeo-sent-inc-partner-to-provide-same-day-medicaid-enrollment-disability-benefit-assistance-for-those-in-need/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Topeka, KS – March 2025 – SENT Inc. and Valeo Behavioral Health Care are partnering to host a free, walk-in Medicaid enrollment and SSI/SSDI assistance event aimed at helping individuals and families access essential healthcare and financial stability services. The event will take place on Thursday, April 24, from 12:30 – 4:30
- [A Stronger Kansas: Advancing Housing, Health, and Economic Opportunity](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/23/partnering-for-prosperity-building-a-stronger-kansas-together/) - SENT is proud to contribute to Kansas' progress through initiatives that prioritize economic opportunity, community safety, and family well-being—core values that resonate across our state. I am reaching out to share SENT’s accomplishments and invite you to discuss how we can partner to further advance these priorities. SENT’s Contributions to Kansas’ Progress Kansas has made
- [SENT's Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage Approach](https://senttopeka.com/2024/12/05/sents-comprehensive-healthcare-coverage-approach/) - SENT is dedicated to ensuring that every individual and family in Southeast Topeka has access to affordable healthcare. Our mission is to provide tailored solutions for all community members, meeting them where they are, whether they are eligible for Medicaid, fall within the 100%-400% Federal Poverty Guidelines, or require alternative low-cost options. Southeast Topeka
- [KFA Board awards more than $6 million in fourth round of funding](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/23/kfa-board-awards-more-than-6-million-in-fourth-round-of-funding/) - January 23, 2025 The Kansas Fights Addiction Grant Review Board has awarded more than $6 million in grants to 34 organizations as part of its fourth round of funding in support of substance use disorder (SUD) services across Kansas. Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach has announced the organizations that received grants through the latest round
- [SENT's Contribution to Kansas' improvement in Mental Health](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/21/sents-contribution-to-kansas-improvement-in-mental-health/) - Kansas Mental Health Rankings: 2022 vs. 2024 2022 Rankings (Mental Health America Report): Kansas ranked 51st for overall mental health services, placing last in the nation. This highlighted significant challenges in access to mental health services and treatment. 2024 Rankings (Mental Health America Report): Kansas made remarkable progress, climbing to 22nd in the nation. This
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Affordable Express Healthcare Available in Southeast Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/12/sent-inc-newsletter-affordable-express-healthcare-available-in-southeast-topeka/) - READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE. “Healthcare coverage is a tremendous stressor for many in our community. Without it, people delay seeking care, sometimes with life-altering consequences.” - Johnathan Sublet, Executive Director At SENT, Inc., we believe that everyone deserves access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. Unfortunately, for many in Southeast Topeka, this remains a challenge. According
- [A Look Back at What We've Accomplished in 2024](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/05/a-look-back-at-what-weve-accomplished-in-2024/) - Thanks to your support, we’ve built a foundation for an even greater impact in 2025. This year, we aim to break ground on major housing developments, open the Southside Wellness Clinic, expand our workforce initiatives, and deepen our investment in holistic community transformation. Your continued partnership is essential to making these dreams a reality. Will
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Making Health Accessible: Announcing the Southside Wellness Clinic](https://senttopeka.com/2024/12/15/sent-inc-newsletter-making-health-accessible-announcing-the-southside-wellness-clinic/) - READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE. “Together, we are building a community where health is not a privilege but a right, bridging gaps and transforming lives in Southeast Topeka.” — Johnathan Sublet At SENT, Inc., our mission is to walk alongside individuals, ensuring they have the tools and support they need to flourish in every
- [SENT Inc. Newsletter: Join Us in the Fight Against Substance Use Disorder](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/15/sent-inc-newsletter-join-us-in-the-fight-against-substance-use-disorder/) - READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE. I am thrilled to share some exciting news that marks a pivotal moment for our community. SENT, Inc. has been selected as one of 32 organizations to receive a grant totaling approximately $250,000 from the Kansas Fights Addiction (KFA) Board. This funding, made possible through opioid legal settlements recovered by
- [SENT, Inc. to Launch Southside Wellness Clinic January 27th, 2025 | TK Business Magazine](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/21/sent-inc-to-launch-southside-wellness-clinic-january-27th-2025-tk-business-magazine/) - Jan 16, 2025 News Releases SENT, Inc. to Launch Southside Wellness Clinic January 27th, 2025 SENT, Inc. is thrilled to announce the launch of the Southside Wellness Clinic , an express care facility designed to provide accessible healthcare services to the residents of Southeast Topeka. SENT, Inc. is thrilled to announce the launch of
- [Fox 43 AM Live SENT Topeka & Valeo Partnership 012025](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/21/fox-43-am-live-sent-topeka-valeo-partnership-012025/) - by: Dane Kroll Posted: Jan 20, 2025 / 10:32 AM CST Updated: Jan 20, 2025 / 10:32 AM CST TOPEKA (KTMJ) – Fox 43 AM Live’s Dane Kroll chats with Tricia Sublet with SENT Topeka and Kristen Stock with Valeo to learn about the new partnership that is helping bring more telehealth services to the
- [SENT Topeka puts a spin on Dry January to help struggling alcoholics take a step towards recovery | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/21/sent-topeka-puts-a-spin-on-dry-january-to-help-struggling-alcoholics-take-a-step-towards-recovery-wibw/) - By Mikayla Kelly Published: Jan. 8, 2025 at 11:24 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Many this month are putting down the booze and participating in Dry January–a challenge that encourages individuals to abstain from alcohol. SENT Topeka has launched a year-long campaign to raise awareness of substance use disorder, starting with a Dry January
- [PRESS RELEASE: SENT, Inc. Launches Southside Wellness Clinic January 27th, 2025](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/29/press-release-sent-inc-launches-southside-wellness-clinic-january-27th-2025/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT, Inc. Launches Southside Wellness Clinic January 27th, 2025 TOPEKA, KS — SENT, Inc. is thrilled to announce the launch of the Southside Wellness Clinic, an express care facility designed to provide accessible healthcare services to the residents of Southeast Topeka. The clinic opened its doors on January 27th, 2025. Bridging Healthcare
- [KPR Community Spotlight: SENT Inc.](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/30/kpr-community-spotlight-sent-inc/) - Read the Full Feature Here. Kansas Public Radio Published January 13, 2025 at 2:28 AM CST Listen • 5:18 TOPEKA, Kan. (KPR) - This month, the KPR Community Spotlight shines on SENT Topeka. If you've never heard of this non-profit with an unusual name, then listen up. KPR's J. Schafer has more. Last year
- [Southside Wellness Clinic wants to fix healthcare gaps in Southeast Topeka | Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/01/southside-wellness-clinic-wants-to-fix-healthcare-gaps-in-southeast-topeka-topeka-capital-journal/) - READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE. By: Keishera Lately Published Jan 30th, 2025 Summary SENT Inc. opened Southside Wellness Clinic, an express care facility, to increase health care access in southeast Topeka. The clinic aims to address the high rates of uninsured individuals in the area by offering various resources, including Medicaid enrollment assistance and
- [Building for the Future: Access to Affordable Housing Fuels Economic Growth](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/03/building-for-the-future-access-to-affordable-housing-fuels-economic-growth/) - By Nathan Kessler, Tax Policy Advisor The Problem It’s no secret that almost everything has gotten much more expensive in recent years, and housing has been a major victim of inflation. From 2019 to 2023, median housing costs in the U.S. rose from $1,112 to 1,358 per month, a jump of 22%.1 This is problematic
- [Wrap around Parenting Support at SENT](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/04/wrap-around-parenting-support-at-sent/) - At SENT Topeka, we are committed to providing comprehensive, wrap-around support for families through various programs and services designed to meet the diverse needs of caregivers and their children. Our offerings are structured to provide continuous support throughout the year, ensuring that parents can access multiple layers of assistance as their families grow and evolve. Year-Round Group Support
- [SENT, Valeo team up for mental health tele-health service](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/04/sent-valeo-team-up-for-mental-health-tele-health-service/) - Read/Watch the full feature here. By Melissa Brunner Published: Feb. 3, 2025 at 5:53 PM EST|Updated: 21 hours ago TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A new partnership will improve access to mental health care in southeast Topeka. Tricia Sublet from SENT Topeka and Kristen Stock with Valeo Behavioral Health visited Eye on NE Kansas to
- [Holistic Expansion of Mental Health, Substance Use Treatment, and Community Support](https://senttopeka.com/2025/02/05/holistic-expansion-of-mental-health-substance-use-treatment-and-community-support/) - Introduction SENT Inc has secured a total of $474,870 through multiple grants to support and expand its integrated approach to community transformation in Southeast Topeka. With these funds, SENT is creatively layering mental health, substance use disorder treatment, prevention programming, and wraparound services through partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and service providers. Below is
- [New, affordable healthcare for families launches in Southeast Topeka | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/28/new-affordable-healthcare-for-families-launches-in-southeast-topeka-ksnt/) - New, affordable healthcare for families launches in Southeast Topeka by: Savannah Meier Posted: Jan 27, 2025 / 08:30 PM CST Updated: Jan 27, 2025 / 09:24 PM CST TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka non-profit is providing a new alternative way for some families to get affordable healthcare. SENT Topeka has launched its Southside Wellness
- [The Next Step: Why Topeka Should Strive for Economic Integration of All Neighborhoods](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/07/the-next-step-why-topeka-should-strive-for-economic-integration-of-all-neighborhoods/) - BY: Nathan Kessler, Tax Policy Advisor, Guest Writer Introduction In 1951, Oliver Brown and twelve other parents sued the Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas over its policy of racial segregation in schools. Three years later, on May 17th, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of the plaintiffs in Brown v.
- [SENT Topeka working to ensure all kids can gear up for Halloween](https://senttopeka.com/2024/09/23/sent-topeka-working-to-ensure-all-kids-can-gear-up-for-halloween/) - SENT Topeka will host a Costume Giveaway and Child Wellness Fair from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12 at their Avondale East Center, 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. By Melissa Brunner Published: Sep. 23, 2024 at 5:55 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Halloween can be so much fun for kids, but it also
- [Colder seasons may trigger feelings of depression](https://senttopeka.com/2024/09/30/colder-seasons-may-trigger-feelings-of-depression/) - Many struggle to enjoy the colder seasons due to seasonal affective disorder Colder seasons may trigger feelings of depression By Aja Carter Published: Sep. 30, 2024 at 7:46 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -Many people find that the fall and winter months bring feelings of coziness and comfort yet for others it could trigger feelings
- [Local community organization hosts Halloween costume giveaway](https://senttopeka.com/2024/10/12/local-community-organization-hosts-halloween-costume-giveaway/) - By Brent Palmer Published: Oct. 12, 2024 at 11:29 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -SENT Topeka hosted its Annual Halloween Costume Collection and Giveaway event Saturday Oct. 12, at their shared location with Hi-Crest Church. “We collect new and gently used costumes throughout the month of September from our community, and then we set them
- [SENT Topeka partners with K-State for free healthy eating cooking class | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2024/10/16/sent-topeka-partners-with-k-state-for-free-healthy-eating-cooking-class-wibw/) - By Claire Decatur Published: Oct. 16, 2024 at 7:28 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Founder of SENT Topeka, Jonathan Sublet knows a thing or two about nutrition and the road it takes to get there. “Back in 2002, I weighed 616 pounds and one of the things that really helped me on my journey
- [Narcan made available at 4 Topeka businesses to fight fentanyl overdoses | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2024/10/21/narcan-made-available-at-4-topeka-businesses-to-fight-fentanyl-overdoses-ksnt/) - by: Gabriel Johnson Posted: Oct 21, 2024 / 03:59 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – As fentanyl continues to impact many lives in Kansas, some Topeka organizations are offering “Save a Life” stations to the community. Multiple businesses are placing these boxes outside their establishments. Inside the boxes, people can find the drug Narcan and other information about
- [SENT Topeka announces leadership transitions](https://senttopeka.com/2024/10/23/2976/) - By Isaac Deer Published: Oct. 23, 2024 at 5:52 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - SENT Topeka announced some leadership moves on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. The organization’s founder, Jonathan Sublet, will step into the Executive Director role after serving as the Interim for the last 18 months. The transition will be effective on Nov.
- [Pictures with Santa & Health Fair for Children and Families](https://senttopeka.com/2024/10/31/pictures-with-santa-health-fair-for-children-and-families/) - 📸🎅 Pictures with Santa & Health Fair for Children and Families 🎅 It’s that time of year, and we're excited to bring back our cherished holiday tradition! Join us for "Pictures with Santa," hosted by SENT Topeka. This special event is perfect for families to enjoy festive fun, meet Santa, and leave with a memorable
- [Fresh glass-bottled milk now available at Topeka food pantry | Yahoo News! / KSNT Topeka](https://senttopeka.com/2024/11/05/fresh-glass-bottled-milk-now-available-at-topeka-food-pantry-yahoo-news-ksnt-topeka/) - Mon, November 4, 2024 at 2:31 PM EST TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka food pantry has entered into a new partnership with a local dairy producer to provide families with access to fresh milk. SENT Inc. announced on social media on Nov. 4 that it is partnering up with Hildebrand Farms Dairy to supply the
- [SENT Inc. Launches Innovative Neurofeedback Services to Enhance Mental Health and Cognitive Wellness](https://senttopeka.com/2024/11/08/sent-inc-launches-innovative-neurofeedback-services-to-enhance-mental-health-and-cognitive-wellness/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. Launches Innovative Neurofeedback Services to Enhance Mental Health and Cognitive Wellness Topeka, KS — SENT Inc. is excited to announce the launch of its new Neurofeedback service, expanding the scope of mental health support available to the community. This innovative addition represents a significant step forward in SENT’s
- [Building Stronger Communities through the Power of Volunteering](https://senttopeka.com/2024/11/12/building-stronger-communities-through-the-power-of-volunteering/) - Read the Full Newsletter Here. “At SENT Inc., volunteers don’t just give their time; they invest in the future of our neighborhoods. Their impact is immeasurable, and their passion is contagious.” — Johnathan Sublet At SENT Topeka, we believe that every step we take together with our neighbors moves our community closer to
- [When Is Santa Claus Coming To Topeka?](https://senttopeka.com/2024/11/25/when-is-santa-claus-coming-to-topeka/) - When Is Santa Claus Coming To Topeka? St. Nick is headed our way! Find out when and where to see Santa this holiday season. Posted Thu, Nov 21, 2024 at 12:54 pm CT Santa Claus is coming to Topeka, spreading holiday magic all across town! Get those wish lists ready, and be on your best
- [Press Release: SENT, Inc. Launches Year-Long Substance Use Disorder Awareness Campaign](https://senttopeka.com/2024/12/03/press-release-sent-inc-launches-year-long-substance-use-disorder-awareness-campaign/) - For Immediate Release SENT, Inc. Launches Year-Long Substance Use Disorder Awareness Campaign Topeka, KS — In January 2025, SENT, Inc. will launch a comprehensive year-long campaign to raise awareness about Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and spotlight the critical services available through our SUD Department. This campaign seeks to foster community understanding, reduce stigma, and encourage
- [Local organizations say your gifts matter on this Giving Tuesday](https://senttopeka.com/2024/12/06/local-organizations-say-your-gifts-matter-on-this-giving-tuesday/) - Local organizations say your gifts matter on this Giving Tuesday Published: Dec. 3, 2024 at 11:45 PM EST Thank you to WIBW for a feature on Giving Tuesday. Johnathan Sublet, our Executive Director spoke about what kind of difference your donations can make. You can still donate for Giving Tuesday and before year-end here: 🔗
- [Giving Tuesday on WIBW13](https://senttopeka.com/2024/12/06/giving-tuesday-on-wibw13/) - Giving Tuesday Published: Dec. 3, 2024 at 7:43 PM EST SENT is grateful to WIBW13 for their video feature and interview with Johnathan Sublet, our Executive Director as he speaks about year-end and Giving Tuesday gifts. Access is everything. For many, finding a pathway out of crisis begins with SENT’s Neighbor Advocacy Services. From navigating
- [Noller Auto Group Topeka Dealerships Partner with SENT Topeka to Support Community Needs This December](https://senttopeka.com/2024/12/09/noller-auto-group-topeka-dealerships-partner-with-sent-topeka-to-support-community-needs-this-december/) - Noller Auto Group Topeka Dealerships Partner with SENT Topeka to Support Community Needs This December Topeka, KS — December 9, 2024 — This holiday season, Noller Ford (nollerford.com) and Noller Hyundai (hyundaioftopeka.com), both part of the Noller Auto Group, are coming together to give back to the Topeka community. Throughout the month of December,
- [Press Release: SENT Inc. Announces Completion of Affordable Net Zero Housing Design and Agreement with General Contractor](https://senttopeka.com/2025/01/01/press-release-sent-inc-announces-completion-of-affordable-net-zero-housing-design-and-agreement-with-general-contractor/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SENT Inc. Announces Completion of Affordable Net Zero Housing Design and Agreement with General Contractor Topeka, KS – December 30, 2024 – SENT Inc. is excited to announce the completion of the design phase for four affordable Net Zero homes and the signing of an agreement with Upright Construction, the selected general
- [SENT Topeka plans Halloween costume giveaway, what to know](https://senttopeka.com/2024/08/26/sent-topeka-plans-halloween-costume-giveaway-what-to-know/) - SENT Topeka plans Halloween costume giveaway, what to know by: Matthew Self Posted: Aug 26, 2024 / 04:25 PM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka organization will be collecting Halloween costumes for the next several weeks leading up to the holiday so local children can get the most out of the occasion. SENT Inc. in
- [SENT Topeka opens new weekly food pantry](https://senttopeka.com/2024/08/27/sent-topeka-opens-new-weekly-food-pantry/) - By Claire Decatur Published: Aug. 27, 2024 at 6:51 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Sent Topeka launched the southside filling station on Aug 27. It is open to anyone who needs assistance with household needs. “We’re not doing income restrictions or putting people through a whole bunch of hoops because that lowers the dignity of
- [Topeka’s newest pantry decreases the number of families it can support following its opening week](https://senttopeka.com/2024/09/02/topekas-newest-pantry-decreases-the-number-of-families-it-can-support-following-its-opening-week/) - Mon, September 2, 2024 at 10:31 PM EDT By: Savannah Meier Topeka’s newest pantry decreases the number of families it can support following its opening week TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local non-profit said its scaling back it’s newest pantry, one week after opening. SENT Topeka announced Monday it’s having to cut back the number of
- [Musical album release event aims to raise awareness for area teens with mental health struggles](https://senttopeka.com/2024/09/06/musical-album-release-event-aims-to-raise-awareness-for-area-teens-with-mental-health-struggles/) - By Victoria Cassell Published: Sep. 6, 2024 at 12:13 AM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A special album release party raised awareness surrounding mental health for young people in Topeka Thursday night. “Be with your emotions. Don’t bottle them up and accept help,” says Highland Park HS student, Kobe Hall. That was the message at
- [SENT Topeka plans Halloween costume giveaway, what to know | MSN](https://senttopeka.com/2024/08/26/sent-topeka-plans-halloween-costume-giveaway-what-to-know-msn/) - TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka organization will be collecting Halloween costumes for the next several weeks leading up to the holiday so local children can get the most out of the occasion. SENT Inc. in Topeka is holding its third annual Halloween Costume Collection & Giveaway this year along with an added Child Mental Wellness
- [SENT Topeka rescaling number of people for offering service | MSN](https://senttopeka.com/2024/09/03/sent-topeka-rescaling-number-of-people-for-offering-service-msn/) - Story by Joseph Robben Published 9/3/24 TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The non-profit, SENT Topeka, has mentioned it has to scale back service out of its new food pantry after encountering a staggering demand in its first week. SENT Topeka opened the Southside Filling Station last week, offering up to 150 people a day food and
- [Salute our Heroes...Topeka man feeding the community | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2023/04/17/salute-our-heroes-topeka-man-feeding-the-community-wibw/) - By David Oliver Published: Apr. 17, 2023 at 11:35 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - In this week’s ‘Salute Our Heroes’ report we meet a man with a passion for feeding others, both food and food for the soul. “I was born and raised in Topeka Kansas” says Trejor Hopkins, owner/chef, Flavor Wagon. In 2020
- [$92K raised for SENT Topeka during July Envista Cares Challenge | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2023/08/03/92k-raised-for-sent-topeka-during-july-envista-cares-challenge-wibw/) - By Bryan Grabauskas Published: Aug. 3, 2023 at 4:57 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Envista Credit Union wrapped up its latest Cares Challenge. They presented checks for nearly $92,000 to SENT Topeka, raised after a month of promotion, fundraising, and the $2,500 match provided by Envista. SENT Topeka is a non-profit based out of
- [SENT Topeka sorts through hundreds of donated costumes | KSNT.com](https://senttopeka.com/2023/10/06/sent-topeka-sorts-through-hundreds-of-donated-costumes-ksnt-com/) - by: Libby Johnson Posted: Oct 6, 2023 / 06:19 PM CDT Local non-profit Strengthening & Equipping Neighborhoods Together (SENT) is preparing for its second Halloween costume giveaway. It’s offering free costumes to children and families. During the month of September, about 20 donation boxes were placed at various locations throughout the community asking for new
- [Non-profit gives back with free diaper giveaway to ensure families have the necessities | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2023/12/19/non-profit-gives-back-with-free-diaper-giveaway-to-ensure-families-have-the-necessities-wibw/) - By Tori Whalen Published: Dec. 19, 2023 at 12:50 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - If you or anyone you know desperately needs diapers for their children, a Topeka non-profit is hosting a free diaper giveaway. The Topeka Doula Project is hosting a free diaper giveaway at the SENT Topeka headquarters, located at 455 SE
- [What a second count for unhoused residents told the city of Topeka | CJ Online](https://senttopeka.com/2024/08/01/what-a-second-count-for-unhoused-residents-told-the-city-of-topeka-cj-online/) - What a second count for unhoused residents told the city of Topeka By: Stacey Saldanha-Olson, Topeka Capital-Journal Published August 1, 2024 As the temperature rises, so does the Topeka homeless count. The city of Topeka announced a second homeless count for summer and announced the homeless population has grown by nine people. This is the
- [Topeka leaders named to Leadership Greater Topeka Class of 2022 | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2022/12/08/topeka-leaders-named-to-leadership-greater-topeka-class-of-2022-wibw/) - By Sarah Motter Published: Dec. 8, 2021 at 5:44 PM EST TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Leaders in the Topeka area have been named to the Leadership Greater Topeka Class of 2022. In its 39th year, the Greater Topeka Partnership said Leadership Greater Topeka is a local tradition that offers community leaders an opportunity to learn more about the changes and
- [SENT Topeka showcases new services coming in August | WIBW](https://senttopeka.com/2024/07/22/sent-topeka-showcases-new-services-coming-in-august-wibw/) - SENT Topeka showcases new services coming in August at the Avondale East Care Center during their Open House Published: Jul. 22, 2024 at 11:28 PM EDT WATCH THE NEWS: https://www.wibw.com/video/2024/07/23/sent-topeka-showcases-new-services-coming-august/
- ['We’re painting a new narrative': SENT Topeka is revitalizing Hi-Crest neighborhood from within](https://senttopeka.com/2022/07/17/were-painting-a-new-narrative-sent-topeka-is-revitalizing-hi-crest-neighborhood-from-within/) - Published July 17, 2022 SENT Topeka, a local nonprofit organization, is building its third home for the Topeka Hi-Crest community. Local nonprofit SENT Topeka has made progress in its four-year strategy initiative to enact change in the Hi-Crest community through housing and development. And now, SENT Topeka — which stands for Strengthening and Equipping Neighborhoods
- [With new academy, SENT Topeka looks to be an oasis in child care desert | The Topeka Capital Journal](https://senttopeka.com/2020/12/17/with-new-academy-sent-topeka-looks-to-be-an-oasis-in-child-care-desert-the-topeka-capital-journal/) - With new academy, SENT Topeka looks to be an oasis in child care desert Published 3:28pm CT Dec. 17, 2020 By Rafael Garcia, Topeka Capital Journal The Kennedy Academy, 206 S.E. Lakewood Court, will be the site of SENT Topeka's new preschool academy in what organizers call a child care desert in southeast Topeka. When
- [Fireworks show set to kick off summer in SE Topeka | KSNT](https://senttopeka.com/2024/06/10/fireworks-show-set-to-kick-off-summer-in-se-topeka-ksnt/) - Fireworks show set to kick off summer in SE Topeka by: Matthew Self Posted: Jun 10, 2024 / 10:52 AM CDT TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topekans can tune in to a summer kickoff party featuring a fireworks show and food trucks later this month hosted by a local religious organization. Fellowship Hi-Crest and SENT Topeka are
- [Program breaks ground on ‘Net Zero’ home | WIBW 13](https://senttopeka.com/2023/03/29/program-breaks-ground-on-net-zero-home-wibw-13/) - Program breaks ground on ‘Net Zero’ home By Tori Whalen Published: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:58 PM EDT TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Hi-Crest neighborhood will soon have a net zero home. Topeka’s SENT hosted the groundbreaking ceremony for its first net zero home on Wednesday, March 29. SENT stands for strengthening and equipping neighborhoods
- [Important Update: Southside Filling Station—Serving You Better](https://senttopeka.com/2024/09/03/important-update-southside-filling-station-serving-you-better/) - Dear Community Partners and Friends, At SENT Topeka, listening to our community isn’t just something we say—it’s who we are. Your voices have shaped every step we take, from launching our mental health department to opening the Southside Filling Station, a low-barrier, client-choice pantry designed to meet our neighbors' most pressing needs. When we envisioned
- [Closing the Gaps: SENT's Case Management Services](https://senttopeka.com/2024/09/15/closing-the-gaps-sents-case-management-services/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. “Just as a ramp makes a building accessible for someone in a wheelchair, our case management services provide the path that helps individuals access essential resources. We create a bridge over obstacles, making sure no one is left stranded without the support they need.” — Johnathan Sublet At
- [Join us on Giving Tuesday & Transform Underserved Communities](https://senttopeka.com/2023/11/27/join-us-on-giving-tuesday-transform-underserved-communities/) - Read our Newsletter here. As Giving Tuesday approaches, we at SENT Topeka, a dedicated organization committed to uplifting underserved communities in Topeka, are reaching out to our supporters and the public at large to join hands in a transformative mission. DONATE TODAY! Dear Valued Supporters, The neighborhoods to the east of Washburn Avenue face
- [New Year Newsletter (2024)](https://senttopeka.com/2024/01/01/new-year-newsletter-2024/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. As we step into the dawn of a new year, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude whether you attended one of our events or have been a follower of SENT for a while. You may have joined us for the Halloween Costume Giveaway or
- [Unleashing Progress: Celebrating Seven Years of Impact and Igniting Future Collaborations](https://senttopeka.com/2024/02/15/unleashing-progress-celebrating-seven-years-of-impact-and-igniting-future-collaborations/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. "If you are not actively getting better, you are passively getting worse." In the spirit of continuous improvement and boundless potential, SENT is on the cusp of celebrating its seventh anniversary next month! While seven is often considered a number of completion, we believe our journey is just
- [Building a Healthier Community Together](https://senttopeka.com/2024/03/15/building-a-healthier-community-together/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. “There is no normal life that is free of pain. It's the very wrestling with our problems that can be the impetus for our growth."— Fred Rogers As the Mental Health Director at SENT, I am excited to share with you some of the impactful work we’ve been
- [Celebrating Growth and Impact at SENT Prep Academy!](https://senttopeka.com/2024/04/15/celebrating-growth-and-impact-at-sent-prep-academy/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. “In America, education and quality of life are directly related. Lacking a good education means lacking, among other things, access to the very doorway that leads to a wholesome life-style. Education is not a luxury in modern American society—it is essential for survival.” — John M. Perkins SENT
- [Welcome to my backyard](https://senttopeka.com/2024/05/15/welcome-to-my-backyard/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. "Community transformation is about the quality of neighbors, not the quality of programs." – Robert D. Lupton, Charity Detox In the fight to find a way to walk beside our unsheltered friends and neighbors, a commonly heard sentiment is NIMBY or Not In My Back Yard. But one of the
- [Small Acts Leading to Transformation : From Intensive Care to Healthy](https://senttopeka.com/2024/06/15/small-acts-leading-to-transformation-from-intensive-care-to-healthy/) - Read the FULL Newsletter here. "Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world." — Howard Zinn We are thrilled to share some incredible news with you! At the May 21, 2024, City Council Meeting, the latest neighborhood health maps revealed a remarkable transformation in the Hi-Crest neighborhood, thanks to
- [Rise, Transform, Thrive!](https://senttopeka.com/2024/07/15/rise-transform-thrive/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. "The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members." — Coretta Scott King We believe in the power of collective effort to transform our community. Below we share some significant updates about our Community Health & Wellness Pillar and invite you
- [Breaking Barriers, Building Futures](https://senttopeka.com/2024/08/15/breaking-barriers-building-futures/) - Read the FULL newsletter here. “There are risks and costs to action. But they are far less than the long-range risks of comfortable inaction.” — John F. Kennedy For too long, under-resourced communities have been forced to play it safe. But the truth is, playing it safe often means falling further behind. At SENT
- [SENT, Inc. Enters Agreement to Transition Ownership and Operation of SENT Prep to Patterson Family Child Care Center](https://senttopeka.com/2024/10/01/sent-inc-enters-agreement-to-transition-ownership-and-operation-of-sent-prep-to-patterson-family-child-care-center/) - [Topeka, KS] — SENT, Inc. has entered into an agreement to transition the ownership and operation of SENT Prep to Patterson Family Child Care Center, effective September 27, 2024. This decision marks a significant step forward in our commitment to providing quality early childhood education and support for families in our community. Founded in
- [SENT, Inc. Announces Leadership Transition: Johnathan Sublet Named Executive Director, Dr. Beryl New Appointed Board Chair, Christine Caplinger Becomes Vice Chair](https://senttopeka.com/2024/10/22/sent-inc-announces-leadership-transition-johnathan-sublet-named-executive-director/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 22, 2024 SENT, Inc. Announces Leadership Transition: Johnathan Sublet Named Executive Director, Dr. Beryl New Appointed Board Chair, Christine Caplinger Becomes Vice Chair Topeka, KS – SENT, Inc., a leading organization dedicated to the holistic transformation of Southeast Topeka neighborhoods, is excited to announce a significant leadership transition, effective November 1,
- [🎃 SENT Hosts Annual Halloween Costume Collection & Giveaway Event with Child Mental Wellness Fair](https://senttopeka.com/2024/08/29/sent-hosts-annual-halloween-costume-collection-giveaway-event-with-child-mental-wellness-fair/) - 🎃 We are excited to announce that SENT is hosting its Annual Halloween Costume Collection & Giveaway Event, with a unique addition this year—a Child Mental Wellness Fair! This community-centered event is set to take place on October 12, 2024, at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka, KS 66605, from 9:00-11:00 am. ✨ Event Highlights:

## Pages

- [Home](https://senttopeka.com/) - SENT Inc. is a grassroots 501(c)3 organization working with under-resourced communities in Topeka. Our mission is to intentionally walk beside neighbors through loving relationships and strategic development to accomplish the holistic transformation of neighborhoods in Shawnee County. Our strategy focuses on the key areas of Education, Affordable Housing, Community Wellness, and Behavioral Health through Loving Relationships, Life-Giving Resources, and Life-Changing Experiences.
- [Our Team](https://senttopeka.com/our-team/) - OUR TEAM "Every person on our team and board plays a vital role in the work we do. Transformation does not happen because of one individual. It happens when people with different gifts, experiences, and passions come together around a shared mission of walking alongside neighbors and building healthier communities. The right people create trust,
- [SENT Video Gallery](https://senttopeka.com/video-gallery/) - VIDEO GALLERY Below is a curated collection of stories, highlights, and insights that bring our mission to life. These videos showcase the impact of our work, the voices of our community, and the bold vision that drives us forward. Overview Program Impact Program Update Personal Impact Recovery Stories Our Mission, Vision & Approach Our Wrap-Around
- [Southside Wellness Clinic](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/community-wellness/southside-wellness-clinic/) - Located in Southeast Topeka, this express care facility will provide affordable, accessible healthcare services to an area with some of Kansas's highest uninsured rates. The clinic aims to bridge healthcare gaps, offering routine lab tests, flu vaccines, telemedicine consultations, substance use disorder treatment, and more!
- [Careers](https://senttopeka.com/careers/) - CAREERS We love what we do because we are fiercely committed to our mission of intentionally walking beside our neighbors through loving relationships and strategic development Dignifying, Relational Work. Smart, Fun Teammates. Intentional Focus. We are serious about professional, personal, and spiritual growth because we believe it's part of good stewardship. We want to grow
- [The Southside Filling Station Food Pantry](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/community-wellness/the-southside-filling-station-food-pantry/) - The Southside Filling Station isn't your typical food pantry. We believe in empowering residents with dignity and respect. Through our innovative Client Choice model, you'll be able to select a variety of high-quality food items tailored to your household's needs and preferences once a month. Not only are we offering a client choice model, but we’re also focusing on connecting clients to other resources their families might need. We have two case managers focusing on the Southside Filling Station and connecting its clients with what they may be eligible for.
- [Campus Connections](https://senttopeka.com/education/campus-connections/) - Campus Connections A free after-school program • Southeast Topeka How it works Stations For Families Sign Up Connect. Create. Build. Serve. Free after-school programming for middle and high school students at Eisenhower Middle, Highland Park High, and Avondale Academy High School - Monday through Thursday, 3-4:45 PM held at Eisenhower Middle School. No cost. No
- [The Partnership Hour](https://senttopeka.com/the-partnership-hour/) - The Partnership Hour Creating Partnerships That Turn Vision Into Community Impact The Partnership Hour is a monthly gathering hosted by SENT Inc. that brings together community leaders, funders, nonprofit partners, and government representatives for meaningful conversation, shared learning, and collaboration. Held on the third Friday of each month, this one-hour experience welcomes a small group
- [Fremont Hill Development](https://senttopeka.com/housing/fremont-hill-development/) - FREMONT HILL The New South A Neighborhood Built for Stability, Belonging, and the Long View Transformation Without Displacement Fremont Hill brings these principles together in a place-based way-balancing mixed-income housing, shared amenities, and community-serving spaces while prioritizing long-term neighborhood health over short-term gains. Rather than separating housing from daily life, Fremont Hill is designed to
- [SENT Family Resource Center](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/family-resource-center/) - A Wholistic Approach | At SENT, Inc., we believe in addressing the whole person and their environment. We take a holistic approach, recognizing the interconnectedness of physical, mental, social, economic, and spiritual well-being. We are committed to providing life-giving resources within our community. Our partnerships are with exceptional organizations to offer a broader range of services in a convenient location - 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. Think of us as a one-stop shop for your family’s needs.
- [Substance Use Disorder Services](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/behavioral-health-services/substance-use-disorder-services/) - Hope & Healing is Possible. You Are Not Alone. | If you or someone you love is struggling, know that help is available. At SENT, Inc., we offer compassionate and effective support in a judgment-free environment. Our licensed addiction specialist is equipped to support those who suffer from substance use disorder and their families.
- [Stay Connected](https://senttopeka.com/stay-connected/) - Stay connected with SENT Topeka’s newsletter! Receive monthly updates on community milestones, transformative initiatives, and ways to get involved. Join today to celebrate progress and stay inspired.
- [Partner with Us](https://senttopeka.com/partner-with-us/) - At SENT, partnerships drive meaningful change. Join us in revitalizing neighborhoods, expanding education and wellness programs, and fostering community growth. Discover how your expertise and resources can make a lasting impact. Partner with us today!
- [Sustaining Monthly Donor](https://senttopeka.com/become-a-sustaining-monthly-donor/) - Transform lives and build stronger communities with SENT by becoming a monthly donor. Your recurring gift provides stability, empowers families, and creates lasting change. Join the movement today.
- [Volunteer](https://senttopeka.com/volunteer/) - At SENT Topeka, we believe in the power of community-driven change. Together, we can create lasting transformation in Shawnee County, starting with the Hi-Crest neighborhood. Volunteering with SENT means becoming part of a mission that is improving lives, fostering hope, and rebuilding neighborhoods from the ground up. Whether you can give your time, expertise, or support, your contribution is invaluable.
- [Group Support](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/group-support/) - Building Resilience Through Connection | At SENT, Inc., we understand the importance of mental well-being. We offer a variety of group support programs designed to foster connection, build resilience, and empower individuals on their journeys toward healing and growth. Explore the possibilities and find the support you or your loved one needs.
- [neighbor advocacy](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/behavioral-health-services/neighbor-advocacy/) - Walking Alongside You | At SENT, Inc., we believe in supporting individuals on their unique paths to success. Using a Person-Centered Case Management Approach, our case management services provide a caring and collaborative environment where you can work to achieve your goals.
- [Behavioral Health](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/behavioral-health-services/) - Building Wholeness | Addressing the Whole Person: At SENT, Inc., we understand that mental and physical health are interconnected. Our comprehensive behavioral health services address a wide range of needs focused on serving the Whole Person, including Mental Health, Substance Use Disorders, and Case Management.
- [Community Health & Wellness](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/) - Thriving Together | At SENT, Inc., we believe in a proactive approach to health and wellness. We strive to empower our community by offering preventative and intentional services, resources, and a caring environment. We are Your One-Stop Community Health Resource.
- [Our Approach](https://senttopeka.com/approach/) - We operate with a strengths-based approach, continually identifying what we have and how we are growing. We recognize that key resources, like early childhood education, the Southside Filling Station, the Beat the Heat Initiative, and Mental Health Support Groups, help bridge the gap between where we are and where we want to be.
- [Who We Are](https://senttopeka.com/home/who-we-are/) - SENT Inc. strengthens and equips neighborhoods through holistic community development, beginning in Hi-Crest and now expanding across SE Topeka with a vision for all of Topeka, Kansas, and beyond. Since 2018, we’ve transformed housing, mental health, education, food security, and economic opportunity through relationship-driven programs. Discover our mission, impact, and how you can join the movement.
- [Beat the Heat Fundraiser](https://senttopeka.com/beat-the-heat-fundraiser/) - Beat the Heat A Simple Solution. A Cooler Summer. A Stronger Community. Summer is coming, and SENT is working to help neighbors beat the heat in the Hi-Crest and surrounding neighborhoods. Donate SIGN UP Extreme heat affects everyone, but it hits hardest in under-resourced neighborhoods. Many homes in our community are older and lack central
- [Giving](https://senttopeka.com/giving/) - Support SENT Topeka’s mission of community renewal by donating today. Your gift fuels programs for housing, education, and wellness, transforming lives in Shawnee County. Together, we can build thriving neighborhoods—give now!
- [Housing](https://senttopeka.com/housing/) - HOUSING Housing That Builds Stability, Health, and Opportunity Remodels & Housing Rehabilitation New Infill Housing Fremont Hill Curb Appeal Projects Beat the Heat Initiative Housing Resources & Navigation Homebuyer Pool & Education Pathway Teacher Housing Stability & Retention Initiative Returning abandoned homes to productive, dignified use. Adding homes without breaking neighborhoods. A mixed-income neighborhood built
- [Workforce Development](https://senttopeka.com/education/workforce-development/) - Helping individuals discover their strengths, build practical skills, and pursue meaningful careers. SENT’s workforce development programs help individuals move beyond minimum wage employment toward stable careers. Through hands-on training, mentorship, and supportive services, individuals gain the skills, experience, and confidence needed to pursue long-term economic mobility.
- [SENT Merch](https://senttopeka.com/order-sent-merch/) - REPRESENT SENT WITH STYLE Get Your Exclusive Merch! Show your support for SENT and our mission with our collection of stylish and comfortable t-shirts and hoodies. ORDER NOW Wear your pride and commitment to holistic neighborhood transformation. Shop our Collection T-Shirts ($15) Soft, breathable, and made for all-day comfort. Antique Cherry Red Black Sky Charcoal
- [Contact Us](https://senttopeka.com/contact-us/) - CONTACT US "One of the marvelous thing about community is that it enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn't as individuals." - Jean Vanier Join Our Email List Contact Us Program Specific Inquiries Community Health & Wellness/Mental Health: Tricia Sublet (tricia@senttopeka.com) Substance Use Disorder Services: Tricia McCourt (triciamccourt@senttopeka.com) Neighbor Advocacy:
- [Get Involved](https://senttopeka.com/get-involved/) - Empowering Hi-Crest: Join SENT in transforming lives and neighborhoods through innovative programs and partnerships. From building safe homes to offering trauma-informed training and combating food insecurity, we’re creating opportunities for families to thrive. Volunteer, donate, or advocate to help make a lasting impact. Learn more at SENTTopeka.com.
- [Mental Health Services](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/behavioral-health-services/mental-health-services/) - Everyone Deserves Support | SENT offers mental health counseling from a licensed professional with training in EMDR, Play Therapy, TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, and TBRI with expertise in Anxiety, Behavioral issues, intrusive thoughts, PTSD, Trauma, Child coping skills, depression, stress, suicidal ideation, thinking disorders, parenting strategies, self-worth, and spirituality. We are experienced in serving a wide age range, including child, family, and adult clients. We often see multiple individuals in the same family, offering more wholistic care for the entire family system.
- [In the News](https://senttopeka.com/in-the-news/) - IN THE NEWS Celebrating Community Impact We are proud to be recognized by various media outlets for our work in fostering positive change and supporting our community. Join Our Mailing List
- [News & Events](https://senttopeka.com/news-and-events/) - NEWS & EVENTS "Helping strategies, if indeed they are to be ultimately helpful, demand careful examination of long-term implications. There is no guarantee that unexamined charity will have a redemptive outcome simply because it 'seems right' or feels good to the giver." - Robert D. Lupton, Charity Detox Join Our Mailing List Press Releases SENT
- [Halloween Costume Giveaway](https://senttopeka.com/halloween-costume-giveaway/) - Halloween Costume Collection & Giveaway Creating Joy, Confidence, and Connection Each fall, SENT hosts our Halloween Costume Collection & Giveaway, a community-centered initiative designed to ensure every child can experience the joy, imagination, and belonging that comes with Halloween-regardless of a family's financial circumstances. For many families, the cost of costumes can be a barrier.
- [Pictures with Santa](https://senttopeka.com/pictures-with-santa/) - Pictures with Santa And Family Health Fair A Beloved Community Tradition Each year, SENT hosts Pictures with Santa & Family Health Fair, a joyful, family-centered community event that celebrates the season while connecting families to meaningful support, resources, and one another. This event is about more than holiday fun. It's about creating moments of dignity,
- [Community Wellness](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/community-wellness/) - At SENT, Inc., we are committed to promoting the well-being of our community. Our Community Wellness initiatives focus on providing access to healthy food resources and fostering a culture of wellness through The Southside Filling Station and the SE Topeka Market.
- [Empower to Heal: A Year of Support and Awareness](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/behavioral-health-services/substance-use-disorder-services/empower-to-heal-a-year-of-support-awareness/) - Join SENT, Inc.'s year-long campaign to raise awareness and foster understanding around Substance Use Disorder (SUD). Through initiatives like Dry January and monthly educational themes, we aim to reduce stigma, inspire action, and provide vital support to our community. Together, we can create a healthier, more informed Topeka. Explore our services, events, and resources today.
- [Education](https://senttopeka.com/education/) - EDUCATION Education Programs More information coming soon. INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING FOR SENT? GET INVOLVED
- [INTENTION](https://senttopeka.com/intention/) - INTENTION "We don't heal in isolation, but in community"S.Kelley Harrell LOVING RELATIONSHIPS SENT Topeka, we walk side-by-side with our neighbors. Through loving relationships, we develop trust and cooperation among residents as well as between residents and local organizations such as churches, small businesses, and other nonprofit organizations. Trust and cooperation among neighbors helps to build
- [Training](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/training/) - At SENT, Inc., we believe in equipping professionals and organizations with the knowledge and skills to build stronger communities. We offer a variety of mental health-related training designed to increase awareness of mental health issues, provide practical tools and strategies, and enhance professional development within the mental health field.
- [The SE Topeka Market](https://senttopeka.com/approach/communityhealthwellness/community-wellness/the-se-topeka-market/) - A Platform for Wellness | While currently paused, The Monthly SE Topeka Market plays a vital role in our community. Similar to a farmer’s market, the SE Topeka Market offers fresh food bundles at discounted prices, including produce and meat and a platform for local businesses and resources to connect with residents. Looking to the Future: We look forward to resuming The Monthly SE Topeka Market in 2025 as we continue to develop our Community Wellness initiatives.
- [Mental Health Training: A Professional’s Toolbox](https://senttopeka.com/mental-health-training/) - A Professional's Toolbox A Systemic Approach to Managing Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Secondary Trauma Apr 19, 2024 from 9am-4pm CDT Transform Your Professional Journey! Join Us for "A Professional's Toolbox" Event. Embark on a profound journey of growth and empowerment with our upcoming event, "A Professional's Toolbox: A Systemic Approach to Managing Burnout, Compassion Fatigue,
- [Donate](https://senttopeka.com/donate/) - https://senttopeka.churchcenter.com/giving/to/general

## Events

- [Mental Health Seminar - Understanding and Helping Youth with Problematic Sexual Behaviors](https://senttopeka.com/event/mental-health-seminar-understanding-and-helping-youth-with-problematic-sexual-behaviors/) - Mental Health Seminar - Understanding and Helping Youth with Problematic Sexual Behaviors on March 4th from 8:30 am - 4 pm. If you are a mental health professional, case manager, school personnel, therapist, foster parent, Sunday school teacher, childcare worker, or parent, this seminar may be helpful to you. This training has been designed for both new and seasoned professionals working with elementary-aged youth. Helpful information and interventions will be presented to support participants in understanding, assessing, and intervening with youth demonstrating problematic sexual behaviors (PSBs). Seminar Speakers will present research findings on youth with PSBs and best-practice interventions. Participants will leave the training with the tools and confidence to effectively respond to youth with PSBs and their families.
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-37/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-36/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-35/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy Info
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-34/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-33/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy Info
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-32/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy Info
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-31/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-30/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-29/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy Info
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-28/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-27/) - 🗓️ Don’t miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, indoors. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each – Thanks to Leonard’s Meat and Topeka Grower’s Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅ SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-26/) - 🗓️ Don't miss the Hi-Crest Market on the second Saturday of each month! Join us from 9:00 am-11:00 at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, indoors. 🥕🍅🥒 FOOD BUNDLES 🍖🍗🥩 Pre-bundled packages of Meat and produce will be available for $30 each - Thanks to Leonard's Meat and Topeka Grower's Group! VENDORS & COMMUNITY RESOURCES ✅
- [SENT Office Closed](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-office-closed/)
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-24/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at info@senttopeka.com.
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-25/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. In addition pictures with Santa will be held at the Market. Questions
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn-9/) - You’re invited! Come learn more about the Education pillar SENT provides and additional community resources while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending with Registration thanks
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn-7/) - You’re invited! Come learn more about the Community Wellness pillar SENT provides and additional community resources while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending with Registration
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn-6/) - You’re invited! Come learn more about the housing pillar SENT provides and additional community resources while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending with Registration thanks
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn-5/) - You’re invited! Come learn more about the Education pillar SENT provides and additional community resources while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending with Registration thanks
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn-4/) - You’re invited! Come learn more about the Community Wellness pillar SENT provides and additional community resources while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending with Registration
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn-3/) - You're invited! Come learn more about the housing pillar SENT provides and additional community resources while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending with Registration thanks
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn-2/) - You're invited! Come learn more about the Community Wellness pillar SENT provides and additional community resources while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending with Registration
- [SENT Lunch and Learn](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-lunch-and-learn/) - You're invited! Come learn more about the education pillar SENT can provide and community resources from Childcare Aware while enjoying a free, delicious lunch. We are excited to identify ways SENT can serve you better and share community resources relevant to what you face in your everyday life. Childcare will be provided to those attending
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022-9/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022-8/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022-6/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022-5/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022-4/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022-3/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022-2/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up-2022/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Summer Fuel Up 2022](https://senttopeka.com/event/summer-fuel-up/) - SENT is excited to meet and greet our youngest friends and their families every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Thanks to a partnership with Topeka Public Schools a FREE lunch will be provided to all children and teens ages 1-18. Not only will a FREE meal be provided but there will also be
- [Thanksgiving](https://senttopeka.com/event/thanksgiving/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the Thanksgiving Holiday.
- [Memorial Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/memorial-day-2/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday.
- [Independence Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/july-4th/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the Independence Holiday.
- [Christmas](https://senttopeka.com/event/christmas-2/) - SENT office will be closed to observe the Christmas Holiday.
- [Thanksgiving](https://senttopeka.com/event/thanksgiving-2/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the Thanksgiving Holiday.
- [SENT Prep Staff Development](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-staff-development-4/) - SENT Prep Academy will be closed for a Staff Professional development day.
- [SENT Prep Staff Development](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-staff-development-3/) - SENT Prep Academy will be closed for a Staff Professional development day.
- [Martin Luther King Jr Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/martin-luther-king-jr-day/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the Martin Luther King Holiday.
- [Christmas](https://senttopeka.com/event/christmas/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the Christmas Holiday.
- [SENT Prep Staff Development](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-staff-development-2/) - SENT Prep Academy will be closed for a Staff Professional development day.
- [SENT Prep Staff Development](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-staff-development/) - SENT Prep Academy will be closed for a Staff Professional development day.
- [Hi-Crest Market Postponed](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-13/) - SENT is committed to Intentionally walking beside our neighbors through loving relationships and strategic development to accomplish the holistic transformation of our neighborhoods. In order to do this, our team will be attending the CCDA conference from November 10th-13th in Kansas City where we will have the opportunity to hear from practitioners from across the
- [Domestic Violence and Faith Communities - SAVE THE DATE](https://senttopeka.com/event/domestic-violence-and-faith-communities-save-the-date/) - Join us on Thursday, October 21, 2021 from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM at the Hi-Crest Community Center (located at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for "Domestic Violence and Faith Communities," an educational, day-long seminar during Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the YWCA's Week Without Violence. This seminar aims to: Educate faith leaders regarding the
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-23/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-22/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-21/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-20/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-19/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-18/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-16/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-17/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-15/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-6/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-markets/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Kansas Discovery Center Mobile Museum](https://senttopeka.com/event/kansas-discovery-center-mobile-museum/) - Saturday, September 25th (10:00 am-2:00 pm)- Kansas Discovery Center Mobile Museum (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.). The premier children's museum in Kansas is coming to you for FREE! The Kansas Children's Discovery Mobile museum is packed with hands-on, educational play for all ages. Create art, build with real tools, explore technology, experience the power of air,
- [Capitol Gymnastics & Athletics (CGA) SENT Fundraiser](https://senttopeka.com/event/capitol-gymnastics-athletics-cga-sent-fundraiser/) - You're invited to join us on Tuesday, August 3rd from 7:30 pm.-9:00 pm. at Capitol Gymnastics & Athletics (CGA) (3740 SW South Park Ave. 66609.) For only $9 families can enjoy open gym fun. All proceeds go to SENT Inc.! *Recommended for ages 6 and up. Come and join us!
- [Independence Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/independence-day/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the Independence Day Holiday.
- [New Years Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/new-years-day/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the New Years Holiday.
- [Memorial Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/memorial-day/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday.
- [Labor Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/labor-day/) - SENT Prep Academy & SENT office will be closed to observe the Labor Day Holiday.
- [SENT Prep Academy Open House](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-academy-open-house/) - SENT is excited to celebrate the first annual Seeds of Tomorrow Open House for SENT Prep Academy (206 SE Lakewood Court) on Monday, June 7, 2021 from 6pm-7pm. We've invited our student families, SENT Board and Staff Members,Community partners. All our attendees will receive seeds to plant around the SENT campus to signify new growth,
- [Professional Development Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/professional-development-day-2/) - SENT Prep Academy will be closed for a professional development day.
- [Professional Development Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/professional-development-day/) - SENT Prep Academy will be closed for a professional development day.
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-9/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-8/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-7/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-6/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-5/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-4/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-3/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program-2/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Fuel Up Program](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-program/) - Come and join us every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) for FREE breakfast, lunch, and fun! SENT is excited to partner with Topeka Public Schools to provide healthy meals for the youth in our community by serving as a meal site. SENT will also be providing a fun
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-12/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-10/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-11/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-9/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-8/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Family food bundles will be available for $30. Bundles include meat, dairy, and fresh produce. SENT is officially SNAP certified. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at
- [Drive-Thru Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/drive-thru-hi-crest-market/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. Meat bundles will be available for $25. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at info@senttopeka.com.
- [Hi- Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-14/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Meat bundles will be available for $25. Produce bags will be available for $10 and you can fill up the bag with your favorite produce! There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-7/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Meat bundles will be available for $25. Produce bags will be available for $10 and you can fill up the bag with your favorite produce! There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please
- [SENT Prep Academy Ribbon Cutting Celebration](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-academy-ribbon-cutting-celebration/) - The wait is over! Save the date and come celebrate the SENT Prep Academy! This milestone would not be possible without so many dedicated partners, neighbors, supporters, and friends. You make community change possible, and we'd love to invite you to celebrate with us! Who: YOU! What: Ribbon cutting and tour of SENT Prep Academy
- [Hi-Crest Neighborhood Improvement Association Meeting (NIA)](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-neighborhood-improvement-association-meeting-nia/) - Please join us for the Hi-Crest Neighborhood Improvement Association Meeting on Thursday, February 25th from 6:00pm-7:30pm (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) Media Room 1. SENT Construction Manager Tim Vincent will be providing an update on SENT.
- [Celebrating Black History Month](https://senttopeka.com/event/celebrating-black-history-month/) - To celebrate Black History Month, SENT is partnering with Melissa Patterson (Licensed Child Care Provider) from Patterson Family Child Care Center to offer an online event for children ages 0-5. Melissa will introduce the children to Madam CJ Walker while also engaging the children through reading a book called Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry.
- [SENT Prep Academy Workday](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-academy-workday-2/) - We are planning to open SENT Prep Academy this Spring. In order to get the buildings ready, we are hosting a volunteer work day! We hope you'll roll up your sleeves with us and help us get ready for kids and staff this spring! Saturday, March 6th 8am - 12pm with drinks and snacks provided
- [SENT Prep Academy Workday](https://senttopeka.com/event/sent-prep-academy-workday/) - We are planning to open SENT Prep Academy this Spring. In order to get the buildings ready, we are hosting a volunteer workday! We hope you'll roll up your sleeves with us and help us get ready for kids and staff this spring! Saturday, February 27th 8am - 12pm with drinks and snacks provided for
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-5/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. Produce bags will be available for $5 and $10 you can fill up the bag with your favorite produce! Available will also be Leonard's Meat bundles for $10 and Cheese bundles for $5. There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can
- [The Learning Loft](https://senttopeka.com/event/the-learning-loft-4/) - Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm SENT and Fellowship Hi-Crest are providing space for families and students to use the internet in our building (Room 105 and 107). Do you need to login for a class, upload homework, research, finish an application? Bring your laptop, tablet, or phone and connect to our FREE
- [The Learning Loft](https://senttopeka.com/event/the-learning-loft-3/) - Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm SENT and Fellowship Hi-Crest are providing space for families and students to use the internet in our building (Room 105 and 107). Do you need to login for a class, upload homework, research, finish an application? Bring your laptop, tablet, or phone and connect to our FREE
- [The Learning Loft](https://senttopeka.com/event/the-learning-loft-2/) - Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm SENT and Fellowship Hi-Crest are providing space for families and students to use the internet in our building (Room 105 and 107). Do you need to login for a class, upload homework, research, finish an application? Bring your laptop, tablet, or phone and connect to our FREE
- [The Learning Loft](https://senttopeka.com/event/the-learning-loft/) - Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm SENT and Fellowship Hi-Crest are providing space for families and students to use the internet in our building (Room 105 and 107). Do you need to login for a class, upload homework, research, finish an application? Bring your laptop, tablet, or phone and connect to our FREE
- [Back 2 School Giveaway](https://senttopeka.com/event/back-2-school-giveaway/) - Community for a Successful School Year presents Back 2 School Giveaway from 11:00am - 1:00pm (or while supplies last) on September 12 at 2801 SE Indiana. Masks are required. Please bring a canned good to donate to the Topeka Rescue Mission. You must have your scholar with you for pick-up.
- [Teen Summit Know Your Rights](https://senttopeka.com/event/teen-summit-know-your-rights/) - SENT Topeka and The Empowerment Coalition presents Teen Summit Know Your Rights from 11:00am-1:00pm at CRC (Community Resource Council) 455 SE Golf Park Blvd, Topeka, KS. This event features Tonda Hill, Trenton James, and Chris Greene. For more information contact Daniel Martin at 785-409-8865 or the SENT office at 785-783-2535.
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Produce bags will be available for $5 and $10 you can fill up the bag with your favorite produce! There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at info@senttopeka.com.
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-4/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00am at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Produce bags will be available for $5 and $10 you can fill up the bag with your favorite produce! There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at info@senttopeka.com
- [FREE Mental Health Resource Opportunity](https://senttopeka.com/event/free-mental-health-resource-opportunity-2/) - At 3pm today SENT will have available Phelica Glass MSW, LSCSW for adult group therapy sessions via Zoom. If you know if anyone in the 66605 (Hi-Crest/California corridor area) zip code who has a need for this type of service, please share with them the following link for access: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84084087727?pwd=SzlTV1Jsay9pS012VXMxSFJrUks4dz09 Sessions will in a group
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-25/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-24/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-23/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-22/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-21/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-20/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-19/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-18/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-17/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-16/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-15/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-14/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [FREE Mental Health Resource Opportunity](https://senttopeka.com/event/free-mental-health-resource-opportunity/) - At 3pm today SENT will have available Phelica Glass MSW, LSCSW for adult group therapy sessions via Zoom. If you know if anyone in the 66605 (Hi-Crest/California corridor area) zip code who has a need for this type of service, please share with them the following link for access: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84084087727?pwd=SzlTV1Jsay9pS012VXMxSFJrUks4dz09 Sessions will in a group
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-3/) - Please join us from 9:00am-11:00pm at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Produce bags will be available for $5 and $10 you can fill up the bag with your favorite produce! There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at info@senttopeka.com.
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-13/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-12/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-11/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-10/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-9/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-8/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-7/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-6/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-5/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-4/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-3/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [No Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/no-fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution/) - There will be no Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution due to the July 4th Holiday.
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution-2/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Fuel Up Topeka Public Schools Meal Distribution](https://senttopeka.com/event/fuel-up-topeka-public-schools-meal-distribution/) - Please join us for FREE breakfast and lunch! Open to all children and teens ages 1-18. No registration or identification is required. Mondays and Wednesdays include breakfast and lunch for two days. Fridays include breakfast and lunch for 3 days. Questions, please call 785-783-2535 or email info@senttopeka.com
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market-2/) - Please join us from 10:00am-12:00pm at 455 SE Golf Park Blvd. (on the playground). Produce bags will be available for $5 and $10 you can fill up the bag with your favorite produce! There will be additional vendors available with other merchandise that can be purchased separately. Questions please call 785-783-2535 or email at info@senttopeka.com.
- [FREE Mental Health Resource Opportunity](https://senttopeka.com/event/mental-health-resource/) - At 3pm today SENT will have available Phelica Glass MSW, LSCSW for adult group therapy sessions via Zoom. If you know if anyone in the 66605 (Hi-Crest/California corridor area) zip code who has a need for this type of service, please share with them the following link for access: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84084087727?pwd=SzlTV1Jsay9pS012VXMxSFJrUks4dz09 Sessions will in a group
- [Hi-Crest Market](https://senttopeka.com/event/hi-crest-market/) - We will be hosting our first ever Hi-Crest Market place opportunity! Patrons will have 2 payment options: $5 and $10. Each price point will allow for different quantities. It will be located at the Community Resources Council building (455 SE Golf Park Blvd.) on the playground. Families will be able to fill their bags with
- [Wendy's For SENT](https://senttopeka.com/event/wendys-for-sent/) - We are having a fundraiser at Wendy's and we need your support! Come eat some delicious hamburgers and bring your friends. Wendy's will donate 10% of dine-in and drive-through sales from 5-7PM
- [Sweet Dreams - Father's Day](https://senttopeka.com/event/sweet-dreams-fathers-day/) - We have a SWEET vision for SENT, but our Vision requires provision! Please join SENT in our efforts to change the narrative of Hi-Crest with a sweet treat for the favorite father figure in your life! Important Details Cost: $20/dozen Deadline: June 12, 2020 Pick-up: 6/20 at Avondale East Building (455 SE Golf Park

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