We found fun problem solving together at TEDxKC.

Diaysha Cole is a program manager – FastTrac in Operating Programs for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she leads curriculum-based program operations to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the business skills and insights, tools, resources, and peer networks to start and grow successful businesses. She also ensures Kauffman FastTrac® affiliate standards are upheld and assigned […]

Erin Terry is an executive administrative assistant in Research, Learning, and Evaluation for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she provides executive-level administrative and project management support to the chief research, learning, and evaluation officer. Prior to joining the Foundation, Terry was was an executive assistant supporting the administrative support team with FedEx and worked […]

Adrienne Story is an executive administrative assistant in Impact for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she provides executive-level administrative and project management support to the chief impact and strategy officer. Prior to joining the Foundation, Story was an executive assistant and community engagement coordinator for WeCode KC. Her professional nonprofit sector experience includes supporting executives, […]

Emmah Muema is a program manager – 1 Million Cups (1MC) in Operating Programs for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where she will lead overall 1MC program operations, providing leadership support to regional representatives and volunteer community organizers working in more than 100 cities across the country. In addition, she will lead process improvement projects, […]

Friday, March 2, 2018 The second Amplify conference began with a kickoff reception.  Saturday, March 3, 2018 On Saturday, Amplify attendees were welcomed by Mayor Sly James.  Christopher Emdin was the opening keynote speaker.   Breakout I  Breakout II  Breakout III 

The first Amplify launched in 2017 to provide a safe space for educators of color to  come together to connect, share experiences and learn how to excel in their classrooms and beyond. It was part of the Kauffman Foundation’s education strategy to attract, develop, and retain a pipeline of quality teachers and leaders of color […]

The ProX program brings students and employers together with client-connected projects and support for paid professional experience.

The Kauffman Foundation operates 1 Million Cups, Kauffman FastTrac®, and Real World Learning, which drive impact for our strategic priorities: college access and completion, workforce and career development, and entrepreneurship.

Our strategic priorities – college access and completion, workforce and career development, and entrepreneurship – reflect the heart of our mission, uplifting access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity, regardless of race, gender, or geography.