Kansas City’s Nonprofit Voice!
Sharing the stories of local nonprofits and connecting them with the community! We talk with philanthropists, volunteers, community activists, executive directors, and nonprofit lovers from the Kansas City nonprofit community. Be seen, be heard with KC Cares! Kansas City’s Nonprofit Nonprofit Voice!
This week we are it’s our inaugural show where broadcast from the Kansas City Public Library!
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Kansas City Public Library
April Roy, Director
The Kansas City Public Library system consists of a central library, nine physical branches, a digital branch, and an outreach services program serving a constituency of over 250,000 in Kansas City, Missouri. In addition to providing library services to residents, the Library also serves as a resource for the 1.7 million metropolitan residents of greater Kansas City.
kclibrary.org
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Kansas City Art Institute
Randy WIlliams – Senior Director of Corporate Programs
Reverend Doc Golden – Veteran
KCAI provides a rigorous, diverse curriculum and an immersive studio experience for students who are passionate about the realization of their ideas. Of all the schools you’ll explore, we’re confident that none offers more personal guidance, artistic tools and resources, or opportunities for creative stimulation than you’ll find here.
kcai.edu
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The Unicorn Theatre
Cynthia Leven – Artistic Director
Ian Crawford – Assistant Artistic DIrector
By producing provocative new plays Unicorn Theatre fosters the next generation of great American writers and artists, creating innovative and intimate theatrical experiences that transcend the ordinary. We inspire the community to think and feel deeply; to see the world in new and different ways. Unicorn strives to be one of the preeminent homes for new plays in the country.
unicorntheatre.org
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KC Cares, Kansas City’s nonprofit voice, tells the stories of Kansas City nonprofits and connects them with the community. Produced by Charitable Communications
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Previous Episodes!
Derrick Johnson Empowering Youth Through Education and Literacy
Derrick Johnson, the Kansas City Chiefs’ all-time leading tackler, has carried his drive from the field into philanthropy. In this KC Cares interview, he shares how his Defend the Dream Foundation transforms school libraries in low-income communities, giving kids access to age-appropriate books and bright, inviting spaces to read. He also discusses his new children’s book, Super DJ Saves Field Day, co-written with his wife, which encourages kids to discover their inner strength and values.
Johnson County Community College Foundation Impact
Joy Ginsburg In this KC Cares interview, Joy Ginsberg discusses her role as the Executive Director of the Johnson County Community College Foundation. With a mission to support student success, the foundation manages $52 million in assets, including $34 million in...
Guadalupe Centers: A Century of Impact on Kansas City’s Latino Community
Guadalupe Centers, Kansas City’s historic Latino-focused nonprofit, celebrates 100+ years of community service. CEO Beto Lopez discusses its education initiatives, including a thriving charter school system, and its innovative programs addressing housing and senior needs.
