Beyond the Deck: Our Proud Partnership with KCATC
If you were directed here from our social media to find out why Deck & Rail Supply is closed for the day, you are in the right place. We believe in building more than just great outdoor living spaces; we believe in building up our local community.
Occasionally, we lock the doors, shut down the phones, and halt deliveries so that our entire team can step away from the shop and volunteer for a cause that is incredibly close to our hearts: the Kansas City Autism Training Center (KCATC).
A Relationship Built on Experience
Our connection to KCATC and the autism community runs deep. It started years ago when we had the privilege of employing an incredible autistic adult who was a vital part of our team, helping us manage our daily deliveries for five years. While he has since moved on to new chapters, the impact he left on our staff and our company culture remains. He inspired us to stay actively involved with KCATC to help other children and families receive the support and training they need to thrive.
Target Autism at Powder Creek (and Smoked BBQ!)
Every year, KCATC hosts their annual Target Autism fundraiser at Powder Creek. The funds raised at this incredible event are allocated directly to in-need parents, helping them afford the life-changing educational and therapeutic services KCATC provides for their children.
For over a decade, Deck & Rail Supply has brought the flavor to Target Autism. We proudly smoke all the meat for the fundraiser, a tradition our staff looks forward to year after year. We enjoy it so much that we are now expanding our volunteer BBQ services to cater other KCATC events throughout the year.
Why We Close Shop
Supporting KCATC takes a village, and we want our whole team to be a part of it. By closing the business for the day, we ensure that every single member of our staff has the opportunity to volunteer, serve food, and participate in the fundraiser without worrying about the daily grind.
We apologize for any inconvenience our closure today may cause for your project, but we hope you understand why this day is so important to our work family. We will be back open for normal business hours tomorrow, ready to help you with your deck and railing needs.
Get Involved
KCATC does phenomenal work for autistic children and their families in the Kansas City area. If you’d like to learn more about their mission, donate to the school, or find out how you can get involved, please visit their website:
Learn More About KCATC & How to Help