Funds disbursed: starts Dec. 13, 2024 Frequency: twice annually Download application preview – for reference only [PDF] >Learn more about Capacity Building grant examples > Capacity Building grants are designed to address explicit organizational capacity needs that would strengthen or scale impact in our focus areas. A strong application will demonstrate how an organization has […]

We found fun problem solving together at TEDxKC.

Diaysha Cole is a program manager – FastTrac in Operating Programs for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she leads curriculum-based program operations to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the business skills and insights, tools, resources, and peer networks to start and grow successful businesses. She also ensures Kauffman FastTrac® affiliate standards are upheld and assigned […]

Erin Terry is an executive administrative assistant in Research, Learning, and Evaluation for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she provides executive-level administrative and project management support to the chief research, learning, and evaluation officer. Prior to joining the Foundation, Terry was was an executive assistant supporting the administrative support team with FedEx and worked […]

Adrienne Story is an executive administrative assistant in Impact for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she provides executive-level administrative and project management support to the chief impact and strategy officer. Prior to joining the Foundation, Story was an executive assistant and community engagement coordinator for WeCode KC. Her professional nonprofit sector experience includes supporting executives, […]

Emmah Muema is a program manager – 1 Million Cups (1MC) in Operating Programs for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she will lead overall 1MC program operations, providing leadership support to regional representatives and volunteer community organizers working in more than 100 cities across the country. In addition, she will lead process improvement projects, […]

Amplify 2019 kicked off with a SURGE Fellows Academy Happy Hour and a conference kick-off with networking and dancing.

Friday, March 2, 2018 The second Amplify conference began with a kickoff reception.  Saturday, March 3, 2018 On Saturday, Amplify attendees were welcomed by Mayor Sly James.  Christopher Emdin was the opening keynote speaker.   Breakout I  Breakout II  Breakout III 

The first Amplify launched in 2017 to provide a safe space for educators of color to  come together to connect, share experiences and learn how to excel in their classrooms and beyond.

The ProX program brings students and employers together with client-connected projects and support for paid professional experience.