Inspired Generosity at Eat Bid Laugh 2025!
We gathered Sept. 20 for an evening of social connection, fun and creative activities. Add in some spirited bidding on silent auction items, meaningful reflection on MSAC's mission and generous giving!
From the moment participants arrived in their colorful, inspired attire, we just knew it would be a special evening. MSAC members, carepartners, donors, volunteers, staff, community partners and sponsors all contributed to infuse energy, ignite creativity and invest generously in MSAC. Thanks to all your support, we raised $92,958 — a new record for this event!
Thank you to all who inspired impact for people with progressed MS through your support of Eat Bid Laugh ~ Inspire! |
Survey Says!
We recently surveyed MSAC members to discover more about their experiences with our community wellness program.
As a reminder, here's what your support of MSAC gives people with progressed MS:
- A caring staff with expertise in physical and mental health
- Exercise and brain fitness activities for optimizing wellness
- Connection with friends who understand
- Opportunities to learn and to engage in meaningful activities
- Fun & creativity!
Here are some of the survey comments from our members:
It’s great to be around people who understand what I’m going through without having to explain. ~Michelle
Love the staff and their enthusiasm! ~Becky
This is a great program! ~Jim
MSAC has given me confidence outside of the MS community. ~Kay
I wish everyone with MS had access to a similar program! ~Anne Marie (We do too, Anne Marie!)
Thank you for your generous support that creates this experience for our members. Your also make it possible for us to reach out to even more people with MS in the Kansas City area who need a place to find strength, purpose and community!
As Susan says, "I just love the MSAC!" |
Program Impact: Wheelchair Evaluations create safer mobility & save money for MSAC members |
Did you know that your generosity makes it possible for MSAC members to receive wheelchair evaluations at no cost? Because we have an occupational therapist on staff, our members get expert guidance right here in a place where they’re known, seen and supported.
“We see our members every week, so we understand their challenges and goals,” says Lyndi Hinkle, OT and program manager. “That’s why we can help them choose the device that truly gives them the best quality of life.”
This past year alone, your support helped six members secure new |
wheelchairs — tools that restore mobility and independence.
In some cases, a device simply needs to be adapted as an individual’s MS progresses. For example, one member who was experiencing increased leaning received additional lateral supports to help her stay upright.
These moments of comfort, confidence and independence happen because of you.
Your kindness isn’t just funding wheelchair evaluations—it’s changing lives!
Thank you for continuing to make this possible. |
Giving Impact: Monthly Donors |
Knowing we can count on donations to come in each month makes budgeting much easier. A heartfelt thank you to our monthly donors who help ensure MSAC continues to offer a community wellness program in the Kansas City area! |
Stephanie Braun
Celeste Greenlee
Nell Lucas
Sharon Lynch |
Judy Markwardt-Oberheu
Gail Pearson
Duane & Jeri Stephens
Jim & Marlene Witthaus |
Contact us to learn more about making a difference at the MSAC by becoming a monthly donor. |
SAVE THE DATE for our annual Race to Nowhere 2026!
Saturday | March 28
Pedal in place to give people with MS a place to go for Strength, Purpose and Connection!
Registration opens in January |
Check our website to find lots of great info about our program, events and resources.
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