Request for Proposals Explore open opportunities below. Share: Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Through Request for Proposals (RFPs) or Request for Applications (RFAs), the Kauffman Foundation invites individuals, vendors, or service providers to submit proposals for completing a specific project or delivering a particular service. Each opportunity outlines the project’s goals, scope, timeline, budget expectations, and evaluation criteria. Kansas City Scholars Evaluation (RFP) Application opens: January 20, 2026Deadline to apply: February 13, 2026 We are seeking proposals to conduct a mixed-methods evaluation of the Kansas City Scholars (KC Scholars) scholarship program. Now a part of Great Jobs KC, KC Scholars provides scholarships, coaching, and career-connected supports to help low-income students and adult learners in the Kansas City region access and complete post-secondary education and transition into quality jobs, continuing a long-standing Kauffman Foundation investment in opportunity and mobility. Learn more Organizer Relations Representative – 1 Million Cups (RFA) Application opens: January 12, 2026Deadline to apply: February 16, 2026 We are seeking proposals from qualified professionals to serve as an organizer relations representative (ORR) for the 1 Million Cups operating program. This contractor will be the operational backbone for 1MC HQ and three regional network leads, focusing on coordinating organizer onboarding/offboarding, scheduling and communications, data updates and reporting (including Salesforce), and administrative coordination of technology and professional development trainings. Learn more Affiliate Relation Representative – Kauffman FastTrac (RFA) Application opens: December 16, 2025Deadline to apply: February 2, 2026 We are seeking proposals from qualified professionals to serve as an Affiliate Relation Representative (ARR) for the Kauffman FastTrac entrepreneurship education program. This contractor will play a vital role in coordinating affiliate onboarding, maintaining program operations, and supporting the delivery of FastTrac nationwide. Learn more