Save the Date!

Mark Your Calendar for

an Unforgetable Evening!

The Johnson County Christmas Bureau is thrilled to announce our 65th Anniversary Gala – a night of celebration, elegance, and jazz! Join us as we honor 65 years of service and community impact with an evening filled with live music, fine dining, and exciting auctions.

🎶 Sapphire & All That Jazz:

Celebrating 65 Years

Friday, September 19, 2025

Grateful for your Support!

A heartfelt thank you to Mayor Bacon and the Olathe Mayor's Children's Fund for their generous grant again this year! Your support helps us continue making a meaningful impact in our community. We appreciate your commitment to helping children and families thrive!

Welcome to Our New Board Members

We’re thrilled to introduce four outstanding leaders who have joined our Board of Directors! Their expertise, vision, and dedication will help drive our mission forward. Each of them brings a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to our organization. Please join us in welcoming:

Jenny Bodelson

Jenny Bodelson has been a proud supporter and volunteer of JCCB since high school. With over 15 years of experience at Farmers Insurance, where she serves as Community Champion for Kansas City offices, Jenny is passionate about community engagement. She’s written grants, organized large-scale non-profit events, and for the past three years, has co-chaired the Festival of Trees, boosting JCCB’s support year after year.

Jenny is excited to help JCCB continue its mission to support hardworking communities. Her experience in volunteerism, grant writing, and event management will help JCCB grow and evolve into the future.

Jamie Davis

Jamie Davis is an attorney specializing in real estate, compliance, and business development. With experience at Walmart and AMC Theatres, she has expertise in negotiating, drafting, and managing compliance programs.

Passionate about addressing poverty, Jamie believes her skills can drive lasting change at JCCB. As a Board member, she aims to be a catalyst for positive change, fostering collaboration and growth while helping raise awareness about poverty and securing sustainable resources to support impactful programs.

Diana Watt

Diana has experienced the joy and sense of community that JCCB provides through her volunteer work. As a Board member, she is eager to collaborate with like-minded individuals and raise awareness for an organization that shares her values of appreciating every person and serving those in need.

As a Board member, Diana aims to utilize her connections as Real Estate Agent and background in commercial interior design to spread the word about JCCB and build donor partnerships. She also plans to leverage her Toastmasters skills to speak to different organizations and help organize events like the Festival of Trees and the holiday shop.

Tony Welter

Tony has been with Henderson Engineers since 2001, now serving as Grocery & Distribution Sector Executive. With a background as Director of Refrigeration and Grocery Practice Director, Tony uses his industry expertise to lead successful projects for some of the world's largest companies.

Known for his outgoing nature and quick wit, Tony excels at building relationships and will leverage his leadership experience and connections to support JCCB, solve problems, and help achieve our goals.

Help Keep Our Community Warm

Donate Winter Items Today!!

We are still in need of winter clothing, including hats, gloves, coats and other essentials for children and teens. Your donations can make a real difference in keeping those in need warm and comfortable during the cold, winter season.

How You Can Help:

Check out our winter clothing wish list
Donate new or gently used coats
Donate new hats, gloves and/or scarves
Check out local retailers for discounted winter items.
Spread the word and encourage others to get involved!

Your contribution can bring warmth and hope to someone in need. Thank you for your generosity and for helping us make winter 2025 a little brighter for those in our community!

We need you! Volunteer today.

📢 Calling All Volunteers! Join Us in Making a Difference!

JCCB is in need of dedicated volunteers throughout the year to help us bring joy and hope to families in our community! Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to get involved long-term, we have opportunities for you.

🌟 Christmas in July – Help us spread holiday cheer during our Summer Fest!

🎁 Holiday of Hope – Be part of creating a magical night for our 65^th Anniversary Gala that supports families in need.

🎄 Festival of Trees – Volunteer at the Holiday Boutique to assist in our auction of designer Trees and Wreaths!

Additionally, if you’d like to assist one of our departments year-round, we’d love to have you on board! Your time and talents can make a lasting impact.

Interested? Contact admin@jccb.org or call 913-341-4342 for more details! Together, we can make a difference.

Save the Date for these Upcoming Events

Volunteers needed

Christmas In July

July 26, 2025

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Meet Us Monday

2nd Monday of Every Month

April 14, 2025 Noon

Via ZOOM

Meeting ID: 840 0041 9090

Passcode: JCCB

Festival of Trees

November 20 - 23, 2025

2025 Holiday Shop

December 5 -13, 2025

Location TBD

From one of our 2024 Holiday Shop Recipients:

"My family was very appreciative and grateful. Thanks to the Johnson County Christmas Bureau my family and I had a wonderful holiday season with plenty of food and gifts which we would not have had if it were not because of you. Thanks again so much from the bottom of our hearts."

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