Staff
Our current staff is small but make big things happen. Without the support of volunteers as well as community partners, sponsors, grantors, etc., we couldn’t keep alive the dream of having 606 Gladstone Avenue as a community center.
Meet the Team
Mindy Fugarino
Executive Director
Rev. Mindy Fugarino has over two decades of experience as an ordained Disciples minister and has had the joy of serving in a variety of settings. Currently, she is the Executive Director of Intersect KC (which includes Fruition KC, Intersect Arts, and The Micah Ministry), and is the pastor of Independence Boulevard Christian Church. Previously, she has served as a hospice chaplain and addiction/recovery chaplain, pastored congregations, taught in federal prison and juvenile justice programs, housed unhoused families in a nonprofit, and offered spiritual direction. A community organizer, she currently co-chairs our Region’s Becoming Beloved Community (anti-racism/ pro-reconciliation) Team and Tri-Chairs the MO Poor People’s Campaign, and partners with social-justice & trauma-informed organizations. She enjoys exploring new experiences with her colleague and husband, Robert and their adult daughter, Karyssa. She loves cats, playing Pickleball, traveling, trying new restaurants, meeting new people, and sharing stories.
Kay Smith
Administrator of Office,
Communications, and Volunteers
​Kay lives with her partner and their two dogs in Platte City, Missouri. In August of 2024, Kay began on an academic path to pursue a masters in Library Sciences which led her to serve as an AmeriCorps VISTA at Kansas City Public Library from January to July of 2025. During this time, she realized how passionate she is about helping unhoused individuals and working in nonprofits. "I saw how much bad is really in the world, the kind of sad you can't unsee, and I knew... I couldn't just sit there anymore." She said. She is a self-proclaimed 'Jack of All Trades, Master of None', who brings a myriad of niche skills to Intersect KC. When she isn't at work (and she's here far too much), she enjoys playing video games, writing poetry, archery, nature walks, baking, and crafts.
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Call for Volunteers
Needed year-round. Share Your Talent, Experience and/or Passion!
Looking for an internship, practicum hours, or community service opportunity? Help us better manage our resources and provide staff relief by performing and/or helping perform tasks that would normally be completed by a paid staff member. If you can volunteer your services, we are happy to work with you to structure a role to meet your needs and interests.
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Let our office know that you wish to talk to our Executive Director about opportunities!
Email (office@intersectkc.org) or Call (816-231-0016)
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See posted volunteer opportunities on Events and/or Programs pages (buttons below) to support the efforts already underway to contribute to a healthy, safe and vibrant community.​
In addition to Events and Programs, we can always use help in the areas listed below.
