United Way of Reno County prepares for second annual 'Beat the Heat' event
Free gathering will offer summer supplies, lunch and resources to unhoused residents
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Sign up freeHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The United Way of Reno County and the Reno County Unhoused Coalition will host their second annual "Beat the Heat" event on Wednesday, providing relief and essential supplies to local residents experiencing homelessness.
The free gathering is scheduled for July 29 at the Salvation Army, located near Eighth and Walnut streets in Hutchinson. Organizers said the event will offer a safe place for vulnerable neighbors to stay cool, pick up summer necessities and connect with local support networks.
Activities will kick off at 9 a.m. with a "Common Threads Chat," a listening session where unhoused participants can share their stories and experiences. United Way officials said the community feedback will help shape future efforts and programs to better serve the homeless population.
A complimentary lunch and resource fair will follow at 11 a.m. The initiative is part of a broader push by the United Way of Reno County to tackle systemic barriers to health and stability, including homelessness, mental health and transportation challenges. Organizers emphasized that all attendees will be welcomed with dignity and respect, and they encouraged the public to spread the word to those who could benefit.
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