Operation Breakthrough is the largest single site early childhood center and day care in the state of Missouri.  Every day, we serve around 400 children and their families with educational services, speech, occupational and physical therapy, social service support, and mental health services.  Children's Mercy Hospital maintains an on-site clinic to serve the health needs of our children.  We are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and are a Head Start Center.  

Founded in 1971 by Sr. Corita Bussanmas and Sr Berta Sailer as St. Vincent's Family Service Center, we strive to provide high quality educational and support services in a manner that will meet the needs of the families of the inner city of Kansas City, Missouri.

For more information, or to inquire about employment opportunities, visit www.operationbreakthrough.org.

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Health Care

Operation Breakthrough

Operation Breakthrough's headquarters in Kansas City, MO, United States

Mary Esselman

Ruby Jean

This department provides strategic direction and governance for the organization.

Executive Leadership

This department focuses on providing educational and developmental support for young children.

Early Childhood Education

This department focuses on delivering educational programs and facilitating learning experiences.

Education Department

This department provides assistance and support to educators and students in the learning environment.

Education Support Services

This department focuses on providing foundational learning and development for young children in preschool and school age programs.

Early Education

The Finance and Accounting team at Operation Breakthrough plays a crucial role in ensuring the organization's financial health and sustainability. They manage budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting operations, ensuring compliance with regulations while optimizing resources to support the center's mission. By providing fiscal oversight and strategic financial planning, the team enables the organization to effectively serve the diverse needs of the children and families in the community.

Operation Breakthrough

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Teams

Executive Leadership

Early Childhood Education

Education Department

Education Support Services

Early Education

Finance and Accounting

Offices

Operation Breakthrough

Org chart

Teams

Executive Leadership

Early Childhood Education

Education Department

Education Support Services

Early Education

Finance and Accounting

Offices

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