Since 1967, UCS has been the catalyst and resource to ensure that the human service system meets the needs of Johnson County, Kansas residents. UCS provides information, trends analysis and documentation to enhance community-wide planning and decision-making. When this information suggests the need for closer examination of specific issues, UCS responds by providing leadership for community action in the following ways:

• Convening people to focus cooperatively on the common good;
• Mobilizing community partners to improve human service delivery;
• Partnering with local governments to support allocation of funds to address human needs;
• Advocating for policy choices that effectively promote positive outcomes for people; and
• Leveraging resources to increase service capacity.

For a brief summary of UCS, please read our brochure.

For more information on UCS history see our 40th Anniversary Report.

UCS annually presents the Human Service Awards. The awards pay tribute to individuals and organizations making a lasting difference in the community. A list of past recipients can be viewed here.

2011 UCS Human Service Recipients

(From left to right: Honoree Fred Logan, UCS Board Member Brad Stratton; UCS Board Member Jill Quigley, Honoree Senator Tim Owens; UCS Board Member Brent McCune, Honroee, Harvesters Board Chairperson, Mary McClure)

UCS has published its 2010 Annual Report.

Our current IRS 990 has been filed.

UCS is a 501(c)3 organization. Contributions are deductible for tax purposes. For information on finances see UCS’ Profile.