Equal Start is dedicated to providing low-income families of Platte County, Missouri an equal and safe opportunity for school readiness by enriching physical, mental and social well being.

PROVIDE EQUAL START

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10,429

Backpacks Distributed

921

Physicals

3,357

Dental Screenings

2,649

Vision Screenings

8,853

Hygiene

Kits

*Totals since 2016

About Equal Start

Equal Start is a team of community stakeholders consisting of schools, public health professionals, social workers, and volunteers striving to provide
low-income families school resources, access to care, and prevention education.

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Support Upcoming Events

Discover our upcoming projects aimed at enhancing the lives of children and families in our community.

Events

HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED

We Provide

School Resources

Access to Care

Prevention Education

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94% of all monetary donations help fund school supplies for the Platte County Back to School Fair.

Your donation helps

Every contribution, no matter how small, plays a vital role in advancing our mission and making a difference in the lives of others. Your generosity truly matters.

Ways to Donate

UPCOMING EVENTS

72 days to the event
Northland Mother's Day 5K
Sat, May 09
English Landing - Parkville, MO
Our annual signature fundraising event, the Northland Mother's Day 5K benefits Equal Start's annual Platte County Back to School Fair. Proceeds will go towards purchasing backpacks full of school supplies for eligible children.
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154 days to the event
2026 Back-to-School Event
Thu, Jul 30
Kansas City, MO
A smarter start to the school year! The Back-to-School Fair supports local families with essential back-to-school help.
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