“I’m always happy and honored and love to be in the company of educators who are doing the darn thing and shaping the world and holding it down,” said Joyce Abbott, award-winning educator, veteran, and public speaker to the Amplify conference crowd. Amplify, hosted annually by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, welcomed more than 200 educators of […]

Header One Header Two Header 3 Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text Example text

Robert Sagastume is an impact officer – college access and completion for the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, where he manages a diverse grant portfolio which as a shared goal of fostering financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity for under-resourced communities in the Kansas City region. Prior to joining the Kauffman Foundation, Sagastume was a […]

Hide empty columns on mobile: College access and completion – equitable opportunities for all Students and communities thrive when educational pathways are affordable, high-quality, and attainable for all. We support solutions that prepare students to start and complete college, and transition to good-paying jobs. Secondary nav is full width (close gaps on each side): The […]

The Kauffman Foundation Internship Program engages post-secondary students in a paid summer internship experience with meaningful project work and professional development from June 2 to July 25, 2025. These opportunities are open to all students who reside in Kansas or Missouri, have completed high school, and are currently pursuing credentials, certificates, undergraduate, and/or graduate programs. […]

Lorem ipsum odor amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Nulla suspendisse potenti aenean congue sed et commodo commodo justo. Commodo habitant dui molestie faucibus himenaeos leo maecenas. Tortor arcu ex euismod pulvinar nibh eget vehicula. Tristique facilisis ex congue suspendisse ut risus nec diam. Urna montes vestibulum scelerisque curae aptent. Porttitor feugiat feugiat risus volutpat; mauris non […]

Our approach to evaluation We take a rigorous, results-driven approach to evaluation, using both quantitative and qualitative approaches to assess the impact of our initiatives. Evaluation is more than just tracking outcomes; it is also about understanding the processes that lead to success – or areas for improvement. This intentional approach allows us to gain […]

Our approach to learning We believe a culture of continuous learning is essential to identifying innovative ideas that support solutions designed to improve economic mobility for all. Through intentional knowledge sharing, reflection, and capacity-building efforts, we support Foundation associates, our grantees, and other organizations to evolve, adapt, and maximize impact. Learning isn’t just about gathering […]

Our approach to research Research is the foundation of our grantmaking strategy and provides the framework for our evaluation and learning processes. Our research helps ensure that the Foundation’s investments are rooted in a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by the individuals, organizations, and communities we serve. By identifying key areas of […]

What are Capacity Building grants? Capacity Building grants are designed to support 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity organizations with a need to build their capacity in order to strengthen or scale impact in our focus areas. 2024 Grantees Learn more about the first round of organizations receiving Capacity Building grants. Organizations & Descriptions Aligned Develop a digitized […]