Support Our Mission

Individual contributions are vital to our efforts to improve the lives of children and families in this region. 85% of WKO budget comes from donations and grants. Gifts of every size and type are appreciated and make a difference in hundreds of young lives.

 
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! Whole Kids Outreach is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We’ll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation. Tax ID-43-1839370

  • WKO's state tax programs allow you to direct your tax dollars by making a cash or stock donation to Whole Kids while supporting the good work we do for our state’s most vulnerable children.

    When available, Whole Kids Outreach will offer 50% Missouri state Youth Opportunity Program (YOP) tax credits for either a one-time donation of at least $250.

    YOP Eligible Donors:
    Anyone with a Missouri Tax liability

  • WKO's state tax programs allow you to direct your tax dollars by making a cash or stock donation to Whole Kids while supporting the good work we do for our state’s most vulnerable children.

    For eligible donors, WKO also has 70% Missouri Neighborhood Assistance state tax credits for one-time donations of at least $10,000. Please call Sr. Anne at 573-663-3257 to check on the availability of NAP credits before donating.

    NAP Eligible Donors:
    The Department of Economic Development (DED) will issue 50% or 70% tax credits to an eligible taxpayer who makes a qualified contribution to an approved Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) project.

    Businesses

    Individuals who operate a sole proprietorship, operate a farm, have a rental property, or have royalty income.

    Shareholders in an S-corporation, a partner in a Partnership or a member of a Limited Liability Corporation (LLC)

  • To mail a gift: Send your donation to Whole Kids Outreach, 61243 Highway 21, Ellington, MO 63638.

    To make a gift by phone: Call 573-663-3257 to make a gift using your credit card. We accept Master Card, VISA, Discover, and American Express.

  • Yes! New items are always welcome. Some examples of things we need are prepaid TracFone or GoPhone cards, school and art supplies, new baby car seats or play pens, diapers and wipes, baby clothes and socks, and safety gates. Please contact the Center for our current list of most-needed items.

  • Yes! To donate gifts of stock or appreciated securities, call the Whole Kids office at 573-663-3257 for instructions on how to make such donations and receive favorable tax treatment.

  • "Planned giving" or "legacy giving" is a donation made by an individual through a will or other formal designation. Legacy gifts are typically prepared with a financial planner and are a powerful and meaningful way to support our mission for years to come. Please consult your tax advisor about ways you can create a legacy gift for Whole Kids. Call Whole Kids Outreach office at 573-663-3257 for more information

 
Form 990

Here is a link to a pdf of WKO’s 2021 Form 990.

 
Give With Confidence

WKO is proud to be rated by @Charity Navigator. You can ‘Give with Confidence’ knowing that we have been independently evaluated for effectively stewarding donations. Check out our Charity Navigator profile to learn more.

 

WKO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. We never sell, trade or publish a donor's personal information. We are a registered GuideStar nonprofit.