CHASE Fest 2026
- https://www.kansasyouthtransition.org/events/chase-fest-2026
- CHASE Fest 2026
- 2026-09-26T09:15:00-05:00
- 2026-09-26T16:00:00-05:00
- When Sep 26, 2026 from 09:15 AM to 04:00 PM (America/Chicago / UTC-500)
- Where Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center Overland Park, KS
- Contact Name Families Together
- Web Visit external website
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Overview
An annual conference-style festival dedicated to uplifting Kansas youth and young adults with disabilities and mental health challenges.
Check-in begins at 9:15 AM
The event will start promptly at 10:00 AM
Featuring:
Keynote Speaker: Drew Crowe - "Dig Deep, Plant Hope: Building a Future You're Proud Of"
Youth Breakout sessions:
- Gab Evans (youth-led breakout) - "Strength Through Storytelling"
- Mikey Yates - "Painting" (youth session)
- Families Together CHASE Team - "Deeply Rooted: The Art of Friendship"
- Drew Crowe - "Press Print on Your Problem: How 3D Printing Is Changing What's Possible for People Like Us"
Parent/Gaurdian sessions:
- Mikey Yates - "Painting" (adult session)
- Jane Groff - “Bringing Attendance Home.”
- Edgar Palacios - "Planting Hope: Building a Future Beyond Limitations"
- Families Together Leadership Team - "Teamwork Works! Cultivating Positive, Respectful Teams for Your Child's Education"
Closing Speaker: Jordan Giesler - "Coloring Outside the Lines: Life Lessons From Growing Up 'Different'"
What's all the excitement about!? Watch last year's recap!
We strongly encourage families to be part of this impactful event. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Families Together at contactus@familiestogetherinc.org.