Big Lakes Developmental Center, Inc.

05/18/2026

Due to the weather conditions, Big Lakes will be closing early today at 4:00pm. Stay safe everyone!

04/28/2026

Visit our booth at the City of Junction City, Kansas Government "Spring Into Jobs" Job Fair today from 10am to 3pm at Junction City Municipal Building, 700 N Jefferson, Junction City.

04/28/2026

On Thursday, April 16th, we gathered at Prairiewood Retreat & Preserve for our New Horizons Annual Awards Banquet, an evening filled with connection, celebration, and honoring the people who make Big Lakes so special.

We celebrated a year of meaningful impact, recognizing the dedication of our staff, the generosity of our donors, and the incredible achievements of the individuals we serve.

Thank you to our sponsors and vendors:
Carpet One Floor and Home
Fox Home Innovations
KS StateBank
Central National Bank
Schultz Construction
BHS Construction, Inc.

Nico's Little Italy
Grateful Dudes

Link to videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ0FwmaG22EaB0oO-kSsIM4R1-yt11P1I&si=d9UaCOoxrB61fTg4

04/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who supported us in Grow Green Match Day! 🌱💚 Because of you, we’re able to continue making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

And thank you to Greater Manhattan Community Foundation for hosting this amazing event and giving organizations in our community the opportunity to grow and make a bigger impact on those we serve.

04/23/2026

Yesterday was Administrative Professionals' Day and we are so grateful for our amazing team 💙 They are the steady support that keeps everything running and the first smiles you see when you walk in the building. Thank you to Angie, Erin, and Tonya for everything you do.

We’d also like to give out a special shoutout to our administrative assistant Barb in Clay Center who is not pictured here but is still very much appreciated. Thank you Barb! 💛

04/23/2026

We have raised $48,595 so far! Thank you to this amazing community for coming together for this day. Together, we’ve raised over $2 million dollars for our organizations!!

If you would like to, you can still donate online until 11:59pm at growgreenmanhattan.com

Thank you everyone for your support!

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

Join us for Grow Green Match Day! 🌱

growgreenmanhattan.com

04/22/2026

Grow Green Match Day is in full swing! So far, we have raised $17,025. Thank you to everyone who has donated so far!

Go to growgreenmanhattan.com to make your online donation to Big Lakes or visit us and other amazing nonprofits in-person at Colony Square Atrium.

04/22/2026

Today is Grow Green Match Day!

Donations between $25 and $1,000 will be matched 50%!

You can donate now online at growgreenmanhattan.com until 11:59 PM or come in-person today at 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

We will keep you updated all day on our progress!

04/22/2026

Grow Green Match Day starts in 3 hours!

Donate online at growgreenmanhattan.com/ from 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM tomorrow, April 22nd or in-person at 555 Poyntz Avenue from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Thank you!