1 Million Cups Organizer Training Representative RFA The RFA opens November 11, 2025 and closes December 1, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
1 Million Cups Regional Network Lead RFA The RFA opens November 12, 2025 and closes December 5, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
1 Million Cups Organizer Relations Representative RFA The RFA opens November 12, 2025 and closes December 5, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
Ben Clouse, CPA Ben Clouse is chief financial officer and a member of the CEO’s Cabinet for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. He oversees the Foundation’s financial management, planning, and reporting functions, ensuring resources are effectively aligned to support programmatic and strategic priorities. He also plays a critical leadership role in building systems that promote transparency, accountability, and […]
Five finalists named for the Uncommon Leader Impact Award November 12, 2025 The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation has announced five finalists for the Uncommon Leader Impact Award, celebrating individuals who demonstrate bold, creative, and inclusive leadership across the Kansas City region. Selected from a distinguished group of twelve semifinalists, these leaders embody the spirit of Ewing Kauffman’s uncommon leadership through their innovation, courage, and impact in their communities. Each of […]
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation announces Ben Clouse as chief financial officer November 3, 2025 Clouse will serve as a key member of the Foundation’s leadership cabinet, guiding financial strategy, stewardship, and operational excellence to advance the Foundation’s mission of fostering equitable, inclusive, and sustainable prosperity.
Semifinalists announced for inaugural Kauffman Uncommon Leader Impact Award October 22, 2025 Twelve semifinalists have been named for the inaugural Kauffman Uncommon Leader Impact Award, presented by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. The 12 semifinalists will be narrowed to a top 5 next month in preparation for a Dec. 11 celebration, where the winner will be announced and awarded $50,000 personally and $100,000 for their nonprofit organization. […]
New role for Foundation leader Dr. Susan Klusmeier September 18, 2025 Dr. Klusmeier will serve the Kauffman Foundation as strategic partner and operational leader.
Stephanie Deck Stephanie Deck is an investment operations director for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she focuses on operational excellence and the execution, oversight, and strategic evolution of the organization’s operational platform, including operational data management, investment performance reporting, risk measurement and analysis, and systems development. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Deck was head of […]