News Archives - Futures Unlimited, Inc.

Early Childhood Programs VOTED BEST in 2025

by admin | Dec 25, 2025 | Early Childhood News, News

THANK YOU for voting Futures Unlimited’s early childhood programs as the best in the Wellington Daily News 2025 Best Of Sumner County! We’re also grateful to have been recognized as a runner-up in the Best Non-Profit category.

We want to thank the families who work alongside us to prepare their children for lifelong success in all our programs.

And nothing we do is possible without our amazing employees – the heart of Futures Unlimited. We extend our gratitude and appreciation to each Futures Unlimited employee.

Additionally, and for the third consecutive year, Futures Unlimited, Inc. has been recognized as a finalist in the Wellington Daily News’ 2025 Best of Sumner County Non-Profit Organization/Charity category.

“As we celebrate 50 years of service, our roots in Sumner County run deeper than ever,” remarks President/CEO Christa Jones. “This milestone reflects not only the trust families have placed in us, but also the strong partnerships we’ve built across our community. Being selected winner in the daycare/early childhood category AND as a finalist in the non-profit category is an honor, and it reinforces our shared commitment to serving Sumner County—together.”

Announcing $50-for-50 campaign

by admin | Nov 27, 2025 | News

For almost half a century, Futures has been part of the everyday fabric of Sumner County—supporting young children as they learn and grow, assisting families during pivotal moments, empowering adults with disabilities, and keeping our community connected through reliable transportation.

As we approach our 50th year in 2026, we’re launching a simple effort: our $50-for-50 campaign. The idea is straightforward—$50 a month during our anniversary year to help ensure the programs people count on today will be here tomorrow.

Every contribution helps strengthen local services, preserve the family unit, and extend opportunities to the next generation.

Your support keeps Futures moving into its next 50 years—strong, steady, and here for Sumner County.

Consider making a tax-deductible contribution today: https://futures-unlimited.org/donations/2025/

Legislative luncheon

by admin | Nov 7, 2025 | Early Childhood News, News

We recently enjoyed hosting our legislators for lunch and a tour of our grounds! Sen. Alley and representatives Rhiley and Roth attended.

It was a great visit filled with thoughtful questions, meaningful conversations, and genuine appreciation for our workforce. Throughout the tour, we discussed the issues and challenges that impact our ability to provide critical services in our community — and we’re grateful for our legislators’ time, interest, and attentiveness to those discussions.

Thank you for visiting and for supporting the work that makes a difference in Sumner County!

Supporting oral health

by admin | Oct 22, 2025 | Early Childhood News, News

At Futures we hosted dental checks and handed out over 200 smile kits to children & families in our community. Smile kits included age-appropriate toothbrushes, toothpastes, and dental floss.

A special thank-you to Dr. Small, our friend and a longtime provider in our area, for conducting oral-health checks for children in our program. Thank you also to Delta Dental of Kansas for donating the kits each year.

Good oral health really matters. We encourage children and families to build daily oral habits like teeth-brushing and flossing. There is strong evidence that poor oral health in children can affect their ability to learn, concentrate, and perform at school.

When families and children have access to simple tools and good education, it supports their well-being now and later.

Early Head Start visits the library

by admin | Oct 22, 2025 | Early Childhood News, News

Our Early Head Start team joined Wellington Public Library’s Raising Readers Storytime this morning to share the fun fall tale “Meowl-o-ween.” Children listened, danced, and crafted their way through the session — finishing with a tasty kitty-cat face snack made from tortillas, yogurt, fruit, and carrot whiskers!

A big thank-you to Toni Cliffman, children’s librarian at WPL, for partnering with us for this paws-itively fun morning.

If your library or community program would like to host our Early Head Start team for a future storytime, reach out to Lynn at Futures.

Early Head Start serves families across Sumner County, offering:

Weekly home visits to support parents as their child’s first teacher
Playgroups and early learning activities
Connections to community resources and parent support

Futures helps families thrive!

Learn more or apply at www.futures-unlimited.org/info

Celebrating Community. Connection. Care. During DSP Week — September 7-13, 2025

by admin | Sep 12, 2025 | News

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are the unsung heroes in the lives of individuals with disabilities. They are the heart of daily support and engagement — helping people participate in ordinary moments like getting to church, going to a football game, or running errands — often without seeking the spotlight themselves. Their work is deeply rooted in community, built through caring connections, and driven by compassion and respect.

That’s why DSP Recognition Week, September 7-13, 2025, is such an essential time. It’s our moment to recognize and applaud the invaluable contributions DSPs make every day.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in people’s lives, consider becoming a DSP. To learn more, visit www.futures-unlimited.org/careers.