Real change is uncommon Together, let’s recognize everyday Kansas Citians doing extraordinary things to uplift their neighbors and neighborhoods. The Uncommon Leader Impact Award will honor a non-C-suite employee at a 501(c)(3) public charity who drives meaningful impact through their work aligned with the Kauffman Foundation’s mission to advance economic mobility, exemplifies the core values of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman, and demonstrates significant contributions to the Kansas City region’s well-being and growth. Learn more → We work closely with community to change systems and support people on the path to equitable economic prosperity Grants, Sponsorships, and Awards Our funding philosophy is shaped by research, community-informed feedback, and the legacy established by our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman. Our funding philosophy Research, Learning, and Evaluation We endeavor to inform and deeply engage with community, measure the effectiveness of funded initiatives, and support learning to better serve Kansas City and beyond. Learn more about RLE About Us We are dedicated to advancing equitable opportunities, spurring economic growth, and creating a national model for economic prosperity. About the Foundation Everything we do is grounded in the generosity and love for Kansas City that Mr. Kauffman infused into the heart of our mission Our founder Ewing Marion Kauffman was an entrepreneur and humanitarian whose innovation and long-lasting contributions have benefited millions of people in his hometown of Kansas City and beyond. Mr. Kauffman’s legacy Card test Card test Card test