Nearly 24 years ago, Deb Sull began her career at VML. Now a Senior Experience Designer at the leading marketing agency headquartered in Kansas City, Deb has been an enthusiastic supporter and member of the VML Foundation since its founding in 2005. The VML Foundation, administered by the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation’s national entity, Greater Horizons, has awarded over $3.3 …
As students enter their final high school years, many opt for a post-secondary education journey to help with career advancement. For students choosing to further their education, one question often looms for them: how will I afford it? At the Community Foundation, we help bridge this gap by administering hundreds of scholarship opportunities for students from pre-K through post-graduate to …
We often feel helpless in the face of a single natural disaster. It can be paralyzing to comprehend the damage created by back-to-back hurricanes. Thankfully, community foundations and other charitable organizations are already in motion, working to provide immediate aid to those in need and mobilizing resources for long-term recovery. You can help by using your donor-advised fund to support …
As an employer, fostering employee engagement both inside and outside the workplace is essential to building a satisfied workforce and creating meaningful community impact. In today’s work environment, coupled with the rise of Gen Z in the office, companies must adapt to new expectations of what giving back means. Whether through establishing a corporate foundation for grantmaking, hosting volunteer days …
When someone mentions “change,” what comes to mind? For some, change is like a cool, fall breeze after a hot summer. It can feel really nice and full of promise. For others, change is like a strong, fast gust, which can feel like a storm is brewing. If you are using a donor-advised fund or another charitable giving vehicle, you …
The Hispanic Development Fund (HDF) is dedicated to improving the quality of life of Latino families in Greater Kansas City. HDF carries out this commitment by engaging the Latino community in philanthropy through grantmaking, scholarship support, and college advising. Since 1983, HDF has granted over $3 million to more than 50 Kansas City Latino-led and -serving nonprofit organizations and over …
Multigenerational charitable giving has become a cornerstone of many families’ philanthropic strategies. Professional advisors can be pivotal in guiding families through the complexities of this process. Professional advisors can also help chart a course that aligns with their client’s goals by fostering meaningful conversations among family members. At the Community Foundation, we partner with hundreds of financial advisors, CPAs, attorneys, …
Mariner is a national financial services firm dedicated to positively impacting the lives of many, including clients, associates and communities. This commitment started in 2006 with CEO Marty Bicknell, who has embedded a culture of giving back into the firm’s core values. Since 2021, Mariner has utilized the corporate giving services from the Community Foundation’s national entity Greater Horizons to …
Are you familiar with the phrase “force for generosity”? It’s a powerful concept. Simply put, you can make a real impact by strategically aligning your charitable giving with your cause interests. Debbie Wilkerson, president and CEO of the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, was interviewed on KKFI 90.1 FM sharing how the Community Foundation works alongside our donors to achieve …
Earlier this summer, Giving USA released its annual report on giving trends in the United States, highlighting data from 2023. While we’re in the thick of 2024, it may be hard to recall notable moments from 2023. Last year, many entered the year gearing up for a recession. As it turns out, the economy performed better than anticipated, but inflation …
