— Learning and listening with and from those with whom we work and who are most impacted by our decisions and what we do.
— Planning and proceeding with a purposeful and public five-year strategy, intended to inform the best roles the Kauffman Foundation can and should fill as it works with and in communities in Kansas City.
— Committing and supporting current and future grants that we see as relevant to the Kauffman Foundation’s future work, and the conclusion of work we have been proud to support even as we move in new directions.
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We saw 2024 as a year of ‘active transition’ – a time when we were learning and planning, while also engaging in grantmaking and fortifying our connections with community. Our work over the year focused on:
OUR CULTURE
Donell Hammond promoted to Chief Information Technology Officer
Hammond’s work focuses on the seamless integration of technology to enhance the Foundation’s efforts to increase access and opportunities for communities locally and nationwide.
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Countdown: A year of renewed commitment
Revisit the progress and pace of this momentous year as the Foundation updated strategic priorities, launched a refreshed grantmaking philosophy, and renewed its commitment to Kansas City.
December 13, 2024
Countdown: A year of renewed commitment
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A commitment to community and conversation
The blue carpet was rolled out to welcome more than 250 community members into the Foundation for the second-annual open house Thursday, Sept. 19. President and CEO Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, and other members of Foundation leadership, greeted guests for a night to “spark” connection and engagement.
FUNDING
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.
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