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Create a lasting impact at Village Shalom

Your Engagement Helps Strengthen Our Community

At Village Shalom, we believe in the power of tzedakah—the Jewish tradition of righteous giving—as a way to uplift and sustain our community. Your support is more than a donation; it is an act of chesed (loving-kindness) that honors our elders and helps provide compassionate care and vibrant living for senior adults of all faiths and backgrounds.

As a single-entity, non-profit continuing care retirement community serving the greater Kansas City area, 100% of your gift is invested directly back into Village Shalom. Every dollar stays right here, supporting the mission, the residents, and the heart of our campus.

Together, through your generosity, we fulfill the mitzvah of caring for one another—l’dor v’dor, from generation to generation.

Ways To Give

From the Ages of Excellence to volunteering, there are many opportunities to support our Mission.

Ages of Excellence

This campaign benefits the more than one in four healthcare residents who have exhausted their financial resources to cover the cost of their care.

Donate to Ages of Excellence

Employee Appreciation Fund

As our policy does not allow personal gifts to staff members, this fund provides tangible acknowledgment of their dedication with a year-end bonus and other small gestures of appreciation.

Donate to Employee Appreciation Fund

Memorials & Tributes

Honoring the life of a loved one or marking a special occasion is always a noteworthy gift. A Memorial or Tribute gift can be designated for a particular program or area that is of personal interest.

Donate to Memorials & Tributes

Annual Fund

Gifts to our annual fund are a wonderful way to ensure the life of each resident is filled with experiences and memories. These unrestricted gifts allow us to respond to general financial and programming needs.

Donate to Annual Fund

Legacy Giving

Supporting future generations of seniors is a critical task. By remembering Village Shalom in your will, trust, life insurance policy, or other estate planning mechanism, you can leave a legacy for future generations. The Development Office will work directly with you and your advisors to structure a personalized and specific gift that matches your designated intent.

Donate to Legacy Giving

Volunteering

Volunteers help to create a vibrant community and a lasting impact in the lives of others. This is the most important gift of all – the gift of companionship and care.

Donate your time

Village Shalom Wish List

Help Meet Today’s Needs and Invest in Tomorrow

Your generosity helps us enhance daily life for our residents and ensure Village Shalom continues to be a vibrant, supportive community. Below are current priority needs where your gift can make an immediate and meaningful impact.

Transportation & Connectivity

New Resident Bus – Approx. $100,000 Needed by April 2026
A new, fully accessible bus will allow residents to safely attend medical appointments, community outings, cultural events, and programs beyond campus—supporting independence, engagement, and quality of life.

Campus Enhancements

Main Street Connector Refresh – Approx. $125,000 Construction planned for May 2026
A comprehensive refresh including new carpet, paint, and furniture for:

The Synagogue
Social Hall
Hallway connecting Independent Living Main Street to the Fireside Lounge

This project will revitalize some of our most heavily used shared spaces, creating a warm, welcoming environment for residents, families, and guests.

Care & Safety Equipment

Hoyer Lift with Integrated Scale (Memory Support) – $5,000 Needed now
This essential piece of equipment enhances resident safety while supporting staff in providing dignified, efficient care during transfers and mobility assistance.

Therapeutic Environments

Sensory Room – New Skilled Memory Support Wing – Approx. $15,000 Needed now
A dedicated sensory room will provide calming, therapeutic experiences for residents living with memory loss, supporting emotional well-being, reduced anxiety, and meaningful engagement.

Other Ways to Give

Making a contribution to Village Shalom is easy. You may donate in any of the following ways:

Cash donations:

Donate online.
Donate by phone: 913-266-8454
Donate by mail to:

Village Shalom
Attn: Development
5500 W 123^rd St
Overland Park, KS 66209

In-kind, stock, or matching donations:

For in-kind, stock, or matching donations, please call 913-266-8454 or email development@villageshalom.org

Vehicle donations:

Do you have an unused car in the garage? Consider donating your vehicle to Village Shalom. Vehicle donations are a hassle-free and easy way to make a tax-deductible contribution to Village Shalom. Proceeds from the sale of your unwanted car, truck, or RV go directly towards the mission to support and strengthen our community.

Donor Advised Funds:

Tax ID number: 48-1199065