by Sarah Knopf-Amelung | Nov 21, 2025 | In The News
KANSAS CITY, MO. (KCTV 5) — Amethyst Place has been helping single moms and their children recover from generational substance use, poverty and trauma for over 20 years. The nonprofit provides long-term safe, supportive housing and access to basic needs. They...
by Sarah Knopf-Amelung | Nov 21, 2025 | In The News, Uncategorized
Amethyst Place leaders Jamila Edwards, Erin Hestand, and Sarah Knopf-Amelung were featured on KCTV 5’s MyKC Live to discuss the intersection of food insecurity and mental wellbeing. Watch the full video to learn how food insecurity is impacting the women and...
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Jun 9, 2025 | In The News
Supportive housing non-profit nearly doubles its capacity; ceremony and open house to be held June 27. Read the full story by Thomas White of The Community Voice here.
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Jun 9, 2025 | In The News
NEWS RELEASE Upcoming Ribbon-Cutting Marks 86% Expansion at Amethyst Place during 25th Anniversary Celebration Media Contact: Sarah Knopf-Amelung, Director of Strategy & Growth sarah@mbl.51e.myftpupload.com, 816-343-4937 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, June 6, 2025...
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Apr 1, 2024 | In The News
“Her crown is a hardhat.” Whitney gains her confidence back through recovery. Watch her inspiring story of how she’s building her life back. Thank you KSHB 41 News for shining a spotlight on one of our heroes! Watch the full story...
by Lauren Clifton-Thompson | Mar 26, 2024 | In The News
Watch the full story by Dorissa White from KMBC Channel 9 News at https://www.kmbc.com/article/philanthropist-mackenzie-scott-kansas-city-nonprofits/60257840
