People make the difference; connecting them makes momentum August 29, 2017 Learn how the Kansas City Connector Project creates stronger networks for a more vibrant community.
Rethinking the future of work and learning at TEDxKC August 25, 2017 Attendees at TEDxKC were asked to rethink the future by answering the questions, “In the year 2037, I will learn through…” and “In the year 2037, I will be…”
How do we shape the future of education? August 24, 2017 A delegation dedicated to social innovation sought to answer that very question during SIS Learning Journey: Kansas City
A strong foundation: support for quality early education August 10, 2017 Grants from the Early Education Grant Fund improve early education quality and expand access for low-income families and children of color in Kansas City.
To weather change together, effective collaboration and communication are essential August 10, 2017 Center for Creative Leadership visits the Kauffman Foundation to provide KC nonprofits ‘change leadership’ workshop.
Entrepreneurs in the heartland had their say on Startup Day August 10, 2017 Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II, and Senator Jerry Moran listened as constituent entrepreneurs talked about the challenges they face as new business owners.
Love, Kansas City July 26, 2017 Interns launch KC Rose Project to celebrate the love of city and the people who make it great.
An open letter from Wendy Guillies: Working together to fulfill an uncommon legacy July 13, 2017 Mr. Kauffman said, “All the money in the world cannot solve problems unless we work together. And, if we work together, there is no problem in the world that can stop us, as we seek to develop people to their highest and best potential.“ We work together as associates and trustees of this Foundation to […]
Community steps up to the plate June 22, 2017 Kansas City’s ongoing love affair with baseball will be enhanced by investments in the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and the Urban Youth Academy.
What does it mean to be an entrepreneur? June 22, 2017 Wayne Sutton, co-founder, Change Catalyst and Tech Inclusion, gives his take: It starts with a willingness to take risks and a drive to solve problems.