Michael Padden Michael Padden is an executive administrative assistant in Research, Learning, and Evaluation (RLE) for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where he provides executive-level administrative and project management support to the chief research, learning, and evaluation officer. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Padden was an administrative assistant with Zona Rosa Delta and executive assistant – […]
Ralvell Rogers II Ralvell Rogers II is a communications officer – digital in Strategic Communications for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where he leads digital communications across email and social media platforms, focusing on developing, scheduling, and managing content that engages key audiences consistent with the Foundation’s brand and program goals. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Rogers […]
Kansas City Scholars Evaluation RFP The RFP opens January 20, 2026 and closes February 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CT.
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 January 12, 2026 and closes February 16, 2026 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 […]