Kansas Appleseed

Growing Justice In Kansas

A Better State For Every Kansan

Kansas Appleseed is working towards a future where all Kansans have the resources they need to flourish, raise healthy families, participate fully in their communities, and benefit from fair and effective systems of justice.

We are a statewide advocacy organization dedicated to the belief that Kansans, working together, can build a more thriving, inclusive, and just Kansas.

What’s Happening at Kansas Appleseed…

Redefining Neglect: Why Kansas Must Stop Punishing Families for Being Poor

154,000 Kansas children live in homes with a family income less than twice the federal poverty level. Should Kansas be removing a child from a home where everything is being done to care for their child, but the family is still unable to meet all of their needs?

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Pro-Voting Organizations File Lawsuit Challenging New Ballot Receipt Deadline Restriction

On May 5, the Disability Rights Center of Kansas, Kansas Appleseed Center for Law and Justice, and Loud Light filed a pro-voting lawsuit challenging Senate Bill 4, a new law that eliminates the three-day grace period for mail ballot returns, which would disenfranchise thousands of Kansans.

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Event Cancelled: Wichita Gang List Info Sessions

We are saddened by the passing of Dr. William Polite, who carried out a true vision of service and care and was a champion for generations of students and the Wichita community. Out of respect for his passing, the April 26 event is cancelled and will be rescheduled. Stay tuned for details.

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Support Kansas Appleseed to Make Kansas Strong

We believe that by working together, Kansans can achieve positive change. Your support is vital to our advocacy and we can’t do this without you!

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A Clear Vision for the Future of Kansas

Thriving

All Kansans should have the resources they need to support themselves and raise healthy families.

Inclusive

All Kansans should be able to participate fully in their communities.

Just

All Kansans benefit from a fair and effective system of justice.

From Grassroots Action to Impact Litigation…

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Grassroots Power

We collaborate with Kansans from every corner of the state to address challenges that impact our communities.

Research and Analysis

We conduct research and analysis to help us better understand complex issues. This knowledge motivates us to advocate for positive policy changes in the Kansas Statehouse.

Impact Litigation

Our impact litigation is designed to create a lasting impact on policy and society, helping to shape the future for generations to come.