Kauffman’s Currents features stories and insights that underscore the essential role of education and entrepreneurship in empowering all people to shape their futures, create vibrant communities, and grow an inclusive economy.
Our approach is designed to benefit thousands of Black and Latino Kansas Citians by focusing on effective and equitable education and entrepreneurial opportunities for all.
We believe all people – regardless of their race, gender, or geography – should have the opportunity to share in America’s prosperity through success in their jobs and careers, as employees or entrepreneurs.
Learning through measurement and evaluation help us better support programs that improve education, boost entrepreneurship, and help Kansas City thrive.
The Kauffman Foundation Conference Center is a nationally recognized convening site located adjacent to the Foundation offices in Kansas City.
Associates of the Kauffman Foundation work in partnership with people who share a passion for entrepreneurship and education.
Our grantmaking, research, programs, and initiatives support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities.
Our campus in Kansas City, Missouri, includes the Foundation offices, Conference Center, Memorial Garden, and Legacy Park.
Our associates dreams big, solves problems together with the communities we serve, and takes calculated risks to drive results.
February 14, 2023 | We have been working intentionally during the past six months, with community feedback and collaboration, to update our strategic plan and refresh our approach to grantmaking. Learn more about our transitional grants >
The Kauffman Foundation helps unlock opportunity for all so that people can achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography.
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We believe communities are strengthened with a prepared workforce, and new and growing businesses. We can rebuild systems to achieve equity and build trust for sustained and positive change.
We invest in organizations that help break down barriers to economic success.
Get stories, insights, and the uncommon voices of those who are shaping the future, creating vibrant communities, and growing inclusive economies.
We champion ideas and support solutions designed to improve education, boost entrepreneurship, and help communities and individuals thrive.
Ewing Marion Kauffman was an entrepreneur and humanitarian whose innovative and long-lasting contributions have benefited millions of people in his hometown of Kansas City and beyond.