Kauffman’s Currents features stories and insights that underscore the essential role of education and entrepreneurship in empowering all people to shape their futures, create vibrant communities, and grow an inclusive economy.
The Kauffman Foundation focuses on ensuring the Kansas City region’s education and learning opportunities are equitable, real-world relevant, and lead to economically-viable careers.
We seek to support the start and growth of new businesses through programs, policies, and practices that give rise to equitable access to entrepreneurship.
We continue Ewing Kauffman’s legacy by supporting institutions and organizations that eliminate barriers for all people to drive cultural, social, and economic impact in Kansas City.
Learning through measurement and evaluation help us better support programs that improve education, boost entrepreneurship, and help Kansas City thrive.
Associates of the Kauffman Foundation work in partnership with people who share a passion for entrepreneurship and education.
It all starts with access to opportunity for people to improve their lives. Our grantmaking, research, programs, and initiatives support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities.
The Kauffman Foundation Conference Center is a nationally recognized convening site located adjacent to the Foundation offices in Kansas City. This facility welcomes more than 75,000 thought leaders per year.
Our team is made up of connectors and doers who dream big, solve problems together with the communities we serve and take calculated risks to drive results.
Ewing Kauffman believed Kansas City should be a place where every student can access a quality education and apply it toward their own success. Where entrepreneurs can find support, knowledge, opportunity, and funding. Where key city institutions, organizations, and programs are accessible as critical civic investments.
Kansas City has been good to me, and I want to show I can return the favor.— Ewing KauffmanFounder, Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and First Owner of Kansas City Royals
Kansas City has been good to me, and I want to show I can return the favor.
Embedded deep within the heart and history of Kansas City, the MLB Urban Youth Academy is bringing back much more than baseball.
What do the stories of ballplayers who faced persistent inequalities due to race teach us about leveling the playing field for everyone?
We recall Ewing Kauffman’s instinct for innovation that built a model sports franchise, a modern stadium, a championship-caliber team for his hometown and an uncommon legacy for baseball.