Fighting to End Human Trafficking

The mission at ICT SOS is to end human trafficking through prevention and awareness education; advocacy for survivors; and acting as a bridge between direct service professionals and community members who desire to help.

Conquering the Great American Race: 7 Marathons, 7 Days, 7 Continents

Tony Brown, Jake Dunne, and our very own Tyler Patterson are taking on an incredible challenge!

In November 2025, this unstoppable trio will compete in the Great American Race, running seven marathons in seven days on seven continents.

Why?  Because they thrive on pushing limits—but more importantly, they’re using this extraordinary feat to raise awareness and funds for ICT SOS, bringing our mission to a global stage.

We couldn’t be prouder to have Tyler representing Patterson Legal Group in this effort. Join us in supporting ICT SOS to contribute and help make a difference.

Stay tuned as they take on the world—one marathon at a time!

About the Foundation

At the St. Joseph School District Foundation, we empower our educators to transcend traditional classroom boundaries, fostering innovation, leadership, and lifelong learning among our students. Our mission is clear: to enhance educational excellence.

We achieve this with the support of our community partners, whose generosity fuels our outreach, financial development, and the continuous funding of exceptional educational programs. Established in 1984, the St. Joseph School District Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting educational excellence. Governed by a Board of Directors composed of dedicated residents from the St. Joseph, Missouri, community, our foundation focuses on raising funds and managing them with utmost responsibility. This ensures that every dollar is maximized and utilized effectively to benefit the District.

The Mission of the St. Joseph Museums, Inc. is to provide a gateway to the past by collecting, preserving, interpreting, and exhibiting items that reflect the interests and history of the St. Joseph area and its citizens. The Incorporation serves as the Municipal

History & Mission

The mission of the STEP Foundation is to enrich the quality of life in Nemaha County by encouraging philanthropy to develop an endowment that will respond to changing needs and serve as a resource for the development of cultural, economic, educational, health and recreational opportunities. 

We are making Nemaha County a great place to live, work, and give.

Grace House provides clothing, furniture, and other household goods for those in need in our community. 

The Friends of Sunset Zoo (FOSZ) is a 501c3 not-for-profit organization whose members support Sunset Zoo through membership services, donations, advocacy and fundraising. For over 65 years, FOSZ support has helped to expand and enhance the Zoo, educate Zoo staff and conserve wildlife. Since the early 2000s, FOSZ has contributed over $600,000 in support.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Kansas provides a non-profit communal living home for families of ill or injured children 21 years of age or younger who are receiving medical treatment in area hospitals. Providing temporary housing in the eight-bedroom, historic Ronald McDonald House near the city’s medical community, multiple families can enjoy a home-away-from-home for the duration of their loved one’s care at an affordable alternative to corporate housing.

At Living The Dream Inc., our foundation is deeply rooted in the philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., inspiring us to foster a world where hope, dignity, and equality flourish for every individual, regardless of their background. We are more than just a nonprofit; we are a passionate community-driven organization dedicated to making dreams come true.

Our mission is to empower communities and individuals through educational initiatives, advocacy for social justice, and the promotion of compassion and understanding. As a testament to Dr. King’s vision, we are committed to celebrating and spotlighting individuals within our community who exemplify the spirit of empowerment, selflessness, and service to others.

This wonderful organization works to increase animal adoption while minimizing the number of euthanized animals.

Mission

The Bridge is a Christian mentoring program.
Our mission is to empower Topeka children and youth to become servant leaders
through mutually transforming relationships.

Vision

Our vision is to meet kids and their families right where they are. We connect them with mentors during elementary school and follow them through high school graduation.

We dream of partnering with churches across the city to send volunteer mentors into every elementary school in Topeka.