Cottonwood, Inc.

11/20/2025

Join Our Team!
👍Chief External Relations Officer
👍CORE Program- Day Direct Support Professional
👍Residential Direct Support Professional

Learn more here https://www.cwood.org/careers/

11/19/2025

We enjoyed having Suzanne and Alan Zimmerman from The Farmer's House in Weston, MO tour Cottonwood!
They visited to learn more about supported employment and how we create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to succeed in the workplace. The Farmer’s House is doing incredible work by empowering people of all abilities through farming and community engagement, and we were excited to share insights about inclusive employment practices.
Thanks to Brenda Ward, friends of both organizations, for arranging the tour!

11/17/2025

We had the pleasure of touring with Mike Warner and Kristin Eldridge, Foundation president, exploring the incredible work happening here and connecting on ways to strengthen our community. Thank you for touring! Kristin Eldridge

11/15/2025

We were thrilled to welcome some amazing folks from Sunflower Diversified Services to Cottonwood this week! Your visit was a wonderful opportunity to share ideas, strengthen connections, and celebrate the incredible work we all do.

11/14/2025

11/12/2025

We had the pleasure of hosting Dwain Adams for a special tour, sharing our mission and the incredible work happening at Cottonwood. Thank you, Dwain, for your time

11/11/2025

Congratulations, Melissa! JobLink Employee of the Month.
Thank you Perkins, for your continued support!👍

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11/08/2025

Make a Difference. Join Our Team at Cottonwood!

Looking for a career where your work truly matters? At Cottonwood, every day is an opportunity to create positive change and impact lives.

👍Feel good about the work you do
👍Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team
👍Help us make our community stronger

We’re hiring for multiple positions! Learn more here: https://www.cwood.org/careers/

11/07/2025

The Chief External Relations Officer (CERO) leads Cottonwood, Inc.’s comprehensive philanthropy and community engagement efforts. The CERO will be responsible for generating income through donor acquisition, annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate support, grants, and capital campaigns. This role also oversees marketing, public relations, communications (internal and external), volunteer engagement, and serves as a key ambassador for Cottonwood in the community.

The CERO works closely with the CEO, CFO, and both the Cottonwood, Inc. and Foundation Boards to align fundraising strategies with organizational goals. This position supports the mission of Cottonwood by securing private and public funding and managing non-operational funds to enhance strategic initiatives.

Learn more here https://www.cwood.org/careers/

11/06/2025

Voted #1 Best Place to Work (Best of Lawrence 2025)

Cottonwood will give you a welcoming work experience that broadens your understanding of an appreciation for the diversity of our fellow community members, sharpens your problem solving strategies, hones your organizational skills, provides numerous teamwork and collaboration opportunities- the list is long. Cottonwood employment also ties in directly with many fields of study, social work, speech/language pathology, healthcare, etc.

Apply today! https://www.cwood.org/careers/

11/01/2025

This crew had an amazing time on their recent Kansas City adventure with Lawrence Kansas Parks and Recreation! From sipping fresh cider at Louisburg Cider Mill to exploring the wild wonders of the KC Zoo, relaxing at the hotel, walking around Crown Center, and grabbing a bite at Winstead’s and more — every moment was full of fun and laughter. They say work hard and save your money for these trips! Great memories made with great people!