"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
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. […]
Housing affordability is not a simple conversation. But it is a necessary one.
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
From Crisis to Connection: Melissa’s 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 […]
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 […]
Alignment Framework: Health, Economic Outcomes, and SENT’s 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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