Kansas City The Kauffman Foundation works in Kansas City and the surrounding states of Missouri and Kansas, championing organizations and communities that test innovative solutions and seek to change conditions. stories With open doors, the Kauffman Foundation rolls out the blue carpet Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace welcomes guests into the Foundation for a night of connection and engagement for collective impact to last far beyond the evening. Written by Julie Scheidegger October 6, 2023 stories A commitment to community and conversation Written by Julie Scheidegger October 2, 2024 stories Foundation relaunches grantmaking strategy to close economic mobility gaps Explore our updated funding approach, register for a webinar, and take our eligibility quiz, because the grant portal is now open. Written by Julie Scheidegger September 13, 2024 stories Momentum for paid summer internships in Kansas City continues with ProX The ProX program brings students and employers together with client-connected projects and support for paid professional experience. Written by Julie Scheidegger July 24, 2024 More on Kansas City All Stories (128) Reports (12) Resources (2) 138 results found Stories Mayors convene in Kansas City to collaborate on issues impacting American cities June 25, 2024 Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas hosted the 92nd annual United States Conference of Mayors from June 20-23 in Kansas City, Missouri. In partnership with Mayor Lucas, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation sponsored the kick-off party for the conference. The event, held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, provided the opportunity for Mayor Lucas […] Stories Kauffman Foundation names executive director for 1 Million Cups and Kauffman FastTrac® June 17, 2024 Olatunji Ajani named executive director for 1 Million Cups and Kauffman FastTrac®. Stories Heart celebrates women business owners April 18, 2024 The Foundation sponsors six hearts from the Parade of Hearts and hosts one that speaks to the heart of our mission – and the heart of our economy. Stories Kauffman Foundation introduces three new leadership roles March 8, 2024 Allison Greenwood Bajracharya, Yvonne Owens Ferguson, Ph.D., and Gloria Jackson-Leathers chosen to lead program, research, and community engagement initiatives for the Foundation, rounding out new leadership suite under CEO DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Ed.D. Stories Region’s employers, educators supporting workforce development recognized at Real World Learning event February 7, 2024 At Kansas City’s Union Station, more than 500 educators, employers, and students were celebrated at the ‘Get on the Bus’ event. 1 2 3 … 28 Next
Stories Mayors convene in Kansas City to collaborate on issues impacting American cities June 25, 2024 Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas hosted the 92nd annual United States Conference of Mayors from June 20-23 in Kansas City, Missouri. In partnership with Mayor Lucas, the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation sponsored the kick-off party for the conference. The event, held at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, provided the opportunity for Mayor Lucas […]
Stories Kauffman Foundation names executive director for 1 Million Cups and Kauffman FastTrac® June 17, 2024 Olatunji Ajani named executive director for 1 Million Cups and Kauffman FastTrac®.
Stories Heart celebrates women business owners April 18, 2024 The Foundation sponsors six hearts from the Parade of Hearts and hosts one that speaks to the heart of our mission – and the heart of our economy.
Stories Kauffman Foundation introduces three new leadership roles March 8, 2024 Allison Greenwood Bajracharya, Yvonne Owens Ferguson, Ph.D., and Gloria Jackson-Leathers chosen to lead program, research, and community engagement initiatives for the Foundation, rounding out new leadership suite under CEO DeAngela Burns-Wallace, Ed.D.
Stories Region’s employers, educators supporting workforce development recognized at Real World Learning event February 7, 2024 At Kansas City’s Union Station, more than 500 educators, employers, and students were celebrated at the ‘Get on the Bus’ event.