Kauffman Scholars Inc. and the Hispanic Development Fund recognize the need to develop an honest, open, and supportive conversation that will best prepare Kansas City and young professionals of color for success.

At Global Entrepreneurship Congress, champions of entrepreneurship from all backgrounds, representing 171 nations, came together to share insights and learn from others about creating a world where anyone with a dream can create something new.

Aaron North, vice president of Education at the Kauffman Foundation, envisions what he wants the education system to look like for his own son – and for all students in the next 20 years.

Executives bring diverse perspectives and relevant experiences to continue Ewing Kauffman’s legacy.

The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce created the Small Business of the Year, Mr. K Award based on the philosophies of Mr. Kauffman, including growth in business, strong employee relations, and outstanding service to the community.

After a visit to 1 Million Cups, a community of resources and support helped this rural entrepreneur become a multi-million-dollar manufacturer in a town of 1,700.

For students most at-risk to drop out, a solution is needed to ensure a quality path forward is available.

The Kauffman Foundation has partnered with five other foundations and FSG to explore how foundations and other philanthropies are changing internal practices and adapting new approaches to create social change.

The Knowledge Challenge may grant up to $400,000 annually for project teams, up to $150,000 annually for individual researchers and up to $30,000 annually for students, student teams, and/or doctoral researchers.

Look beyond the edge of what currently exists to see job creation in a way we can barely imagine.