Today we’d like to introduce you to Mikenna Ambrusko.
Hi Mikenna, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Little Hands Laundry Co. started from a simple idea during a busy season of motherhood. As a wife and mom, I knew firsthand how overwhelming the endless laundry piles could be, and I wanted to create something that made life a little lighter for other families too.
In July, I started offering porch pickup wash-and-fold services around Kansas City — turning laundry day into one less thing on the to-do list. I named it Little Hands Laundry Co. after my son, Zai — the little hands who inspired it all.
What began as a small, local service quickly grew into a community-centered business with weekly and biweekly routes, “Thankful Thursday” pay-what-you-can days, and donation drives to give back during the holidays. It’s been such a blessing to see how something so simple can make such a big impact for busy families.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It hasn’t always been a smooth road, but it’s definitely been a meaningful one. I didn’t start completely from scratch — I was already partnered with a wellness company and had built an online business helping women feel their best. But after becoming a mom, something in me shifted. I wanted to create something local, something hands-on that served families right here in my community.
Balancing motherhood, business, and growth has had its challenges — from late-night folding sessions to learning how to manage routes, marketing, and mom life all at once. But I’ve learned to give myself grace and lean into the “why” behind it all.
Every family I help reminds me that this business was never just about laundry — it’s about helping people breathe a little easier and bringing something good and dependable back into our community.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Little Hands Laundry Co. is a local wash-and-fold service created to help busy families reclaim their time and peace. I specialize in porch pickup and delivery laundry — making it simple, affordable, and done with care. Whether it’s weekly, biweekly, or one-time loads, my goal is to take the stress out of something we all deal with every day.
What sets Little Hands apart is the personal touch. Every load is handled like it’s my own family’s. I listen to special requests, hang clothes when asked, and focus on the little details that make a big difference.
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
I believe over the next 5–10 years the laundry and wash-and-fold industry will shift further toward convenience, digital service models, and personalisation. More families will outsource laundry not just because they can, but because they want to reclaim time and energy for what matters most — kids, home, rest.
For Little Hands Laundry Co., that means embracing the pickup/drop-off model, offering smart scheduling, and focusing on the “little touches” that big chains can’t replicate — like knowing a customer’s preferences, caring for their clothes as if they were our own, and being part of the Kansas City community.
We’re also watching how sustainability, eco-friendly detergents, and premium folding/organising services will gain traction, and we’re committed to staying ahead of that. What sets us apart is that we’re not just doing laundry — we’re offering peace of mind, we’re freeing up family time, and we’re building relationships. That’s where the heart of the industry is headed, and we’re excited to lead that wave locally.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlehandslaundryco?igsh=cDF5c3ppd3htY3B2&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16odFVZMrZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr
