Skydivers take the leap for Noyes Home for Children

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Seventeen people took a leap for a good cause Sunday afternoon, jumping out of a plane to raise money for the Noyes Home for Children.

Those who raised at least $500 for the nonprofit earned the chance to skydive as part of the “Soaring with Kindness” fundraising event at Falcon Skydiving. That included News-Press NOW's Rebecca Evans, taking the plunge for a purpose.

Lydia Grier said the experience was overall something she highly recommends.

"It was so fun! I'm so grateful to be able to help raise money for the Noyes Home. I love everything they do for our town.

The event brought in more than $8,500 to support the Noyes Home’s mission of providing shelter, care and stability for children and families in need.

The Noyes Home has served as a safe haven for kids in the St. Joseph community for more than a century.

Grier said, ""Thank you Noyes Home for all that you do for St. Joe's youth."

To book your own skydiving experience, call 913-205-1224. To donate or learn more about the Noyes Home for Children, visit the Noyes Home's website.