2020 Community Gratitude Luncheon

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2020 Community Gratitude Luncheon on March 12, 2020, at the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation in Kansas City, MO. 

First Call's Annual Community Gratitude Luncheon celebrates those who work tirelessly to reduce the impact of alcohol, drugs and addiction by recognizing champions in the field.

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Honoree Spotlight 

Lifetime Achievement 

• Kent Jewell, Executive Director (retired), Benilde Hall

Philanthropist of the Year 

• Kirk and Nicole Gordon, Integrity Truck Sales, LLC

Professional of the Year

• Leigh Anne Johnson, Licensed Professional Counselor, Uturnskc 

Recovery Champion

• Kar Woo, Executive Director, Artists Helping the Homeless 

Volunteer of the Year 

• Chris Smart, Volunteer, Hearts of Addicted Loved Ones (HALO) 

Youth of the Year 

• Simon Wolff