2026 Summer Internship Program About the Internship Program The Kauffman Foundation Internship Program opportunities are open to all students who reside in Kansas or Missouri, have completed high school, and are currently pursuing credentials, certificates, undergraduate, and/or graduate programs. We value students with diverse perspectives and life experiences who are curious and passionate about our mission. Specifically, we seek […]
Dr. Rachel Melson named Kauffman Uncommon Leader Impact awardee December 11, 2025 The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation announced that Dr. Rachel Melson, Outreach Clinic Director, Swope Health Services, has been named the inaugural Kauffman Uncommon Leader Impact awardee during a celebration event Dec. 11. Melson receives $50,000 individually and $100,000 for Swope Health Services.
Meet the latest cohort of Capacity Building grantees November 20, 2025 The final round of Capacity Building grants for 2025 supplies support for organizations’ internal effectiveness and long-term stability.
Collaboration strengthens the KC region’s research and data community November 20, 2025 Economic Mobility Research and Data Forum convenes 30 organizations to help move the needle on economic mobility in the Kansas City region.
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 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 […]