October 2, 2025

Giving Back with Heart: Kansas City Team Supports Wayside Waifs

At EVERSANA INTOUCH, we believe that culture is built not just in the workplace—but in the community. Recently, our Kansas City team took that belief to heart by spending an afternoon volunteering at Wayside Waifs, a local no-kill animal shelter that’s 100% donation-funded and deeply committed to animal welfare. 

“I was blown away by the level of detail and care that they pour into these animals, the facilities, and the community as a whole,” – Annie Holton, Marketing Manager II 

“I wanted to participate in the volunteering event because I really appreciate the work Wayside Waifs does for the community. Coming together to make a difference in the community strengthens our connections outside of the typical office event,” – Dylan Kurz, Sr Project Manager 

Our team rolled up their sleeves to help organize donations for the shelter’s pet food pantry. From sorting supplies to arranging items by expiration date, we worked to make it easier for the shelter staff to access and distribute food to pets in need. By the end of our shift, the Wayside team shared that we accomplished more in two hours than they typically could in a week—they were incredibly grateful! 

“Our team spending time here meant so much to me because I can see the direct impact it has on how the shelter is run day-to-day.” – Brittaney Canupp, Sr Account Manager 

As a special thank-you, the team was treated to puppy playtime, which brought smiles all around—and the temptation to bring home a new furry family member. 

The event was coordinated by Leah Sandburg, Sr Account Manager, who volunteers weekly at the shelter. She worked with Wayside’s corporate outreach team to make this special afternoon happen. Leah shared: 

“Our team has a passion for not only supporting each other at work but also supporting our furry family members too. We all jumped at the idea of taking time out of our busy days to volunteer at the shelter. Definitely a great way to spend the afternoon giving back as a team!”

Whether we’re lending a hand in our community or collaborating in the office, our team is united by a shared purpose: helping patients and communities thrive. At EVERSANA INTOUCH, Client Delight and Winning Together aren’t just values—they’re how we show up, make an impact, and live our culture every day.

If you’re in the Kansas City area and feel inspired to support Wayside Waifs, you can make a difference by adopting a pet or donating to their mission at https://waysidewaifs.org/

Interested in joining our team? View our open roles and discover how you can be part of something meaningful.