Request for Proposals Explore open opportunities below. Share: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Through Request for Proposals (RFPs) or Request for Applications (RFAs), the Kauffman Foundation invites individuals, vendors, or service providers to submit proposals for completing a specific project or delivering a particular service. Each opportunity outlines the project’s goals, scope, timeline, budget expectations, and evaluation criteria. Ewing Marion Kauffman School Evaluation RFP Application opens: January 27, 2026Deadline to apply: February 20, 2026 We are seeking proposals to conduct a mixed-methods evaluation of the Ewing Marion Kauffman School (“EMKS” or “the School”). The selected evaluator will provide timely and actionable insights that inform the School’s strategic planning process and current programming, as well as inform the Foundation. Learn more Kansas City Scholars Evaluation (RFP) Application opens: January 20, 2026Deadline to apply: February 13, 2026 We are seeking proposals to conduct a mixed-methods evaluation of the Kansas City Scholars (KC Scholars) scholarship program. Now a part of Great Jobs KC, KC Scholars provides scholarships, coaching, and career-connected supports to help low-income students and adult learners in the Kansas City region access and complete post-secondary education and transition into quality jobs, continuing a long-standing Kauffman Foundation investment in opportunity and mobility. Learn more Organizer Relations Representative – 1 Million Cups (RFA) Application opens: January 12, 2026Deadline to apply: February 16, 2026 We are seeking proposals from qualified professionals to serve as an organizer relations representative (ORR) for the 1 Million Cups operating program. This contractor will be the operational backbone for 1MC HQ and three regional network leads, focusing on coordinating organizer onboarding/offboarding, scheduling and communications, data updates and reporting (including Salesforce), and administrative coordination of technology and professional development trainings. Learn more Affiliate Relation Representative – Kauffman FastTrac (RFA) Application opens: December 16, 2025Deadline to apply: February 2, 2026 We are seeking proposals from qualified professionals to serve as an Affiliate Relation Representative (ARR) for the Kauffman FastTrac entrepreneurship education program. This contractor will play a vital role in coordinating affiliate onboarding, maintaining program operations, and supporting the delivery of FastTrac nationwide. Learn more