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!
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Black Community Fund
Pat MacDonald, Executive Director and a senior philanthropic advisor
The Black Community Fund is the region’s largest charitable fund focused solely on meeting the needs of, and areas of value and interest to, Black people in Kansas City.The Black Community Fund is the region’s largest charitable fund focused solely on meeting the needs of, and areas of value and interest to, Black people in Kansas City.
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Sisters Circle Fund
Marie McCarther, Co-founder
Established in 2016, the Sisters’ Circle’s mission is to increase charitable giving within African-American communities, to benefit African-American communities in the Greater Kansas City area. Annually, the Sister’s Circle Fund provides grants to non-profit organizations meeting critical community needs.
https://www.growyourgiving.org/grant/sisters-circle-greater-kansas-city
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Global Orphan Project
Jon Cassat, Chief Marketing Officer
Jessica Ray, Executive Director of Marketplace
The organization offers a variety of programs including orphan prevention and care, education, job creation, U.S. Foster Care, refugee ministry. Job Creation & revenue are provided through GOEX
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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.
