Kansas City nonprofit fires entire staff without notice [Video]

The Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council, a key nonprofit organization serving low-income families in Kansas City, abruptly fired all of its staff members last Wednesday without prior notice. The sudden dismissals have left the community reeling and questioning the future of the organization’s vital programs.The Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council, which has a reported $2 million budget according to its most recent tax filings, previously employed about five people.”I have called, and I haven’t received any response, but yes, many of us have,” said Nadine Farris, an Ivanhoe neighborhood community member. “It is devastating. This has devastated everyone because we know what Ivanhoe does for the community.”Board President Arthur Johnson stated that the council ran out of money due to delayed Jackson County COMBAT tax funds, leading to the decision to let workers go.”I don’t buy it. And I think that the people should hold them accountable because I think it’s unacceptable,” said Alana …