In Kansas City, middle and high school students are in a spiritual crisis, manifesting as increased gun violence, mental health issues like suicide ideation and anxiety, pervasive loneliness, and harmful social media comparisons. First Priority exists to empower students to change this reality with the power of the Gospel.

OUR NICHE

Students Reach Students.

OUR MISSION

To take the Hope of Christ to every student.

OUR VISION

Unite the local church to impact the schools with the Gospel through student-led clubs.

WHY FIRST PRIORITY?

• First Priority is cost-effective, scalable, and utilizes a proven process for success.
• First Priority is accredited by ECFA and Excellence in Giving for accountability, transparency, and financial assessment.
• First Priority tackles a significant need by leveraging local people and resources to create a grassroots movement.
• The First Priority model has the potential to spark revival in America’s schools.

First Priority of Kansas City is an integral part of First Priority of America, a national 501(c)(3) organization. The national objective is to establish 4,086 Christian clubs on school campuses within 10 years, aiming for 65,000+ decisions for Christ annually. The Kansas City area is vital for this mission and is backed by the national office.