From accelerated degree programs to life-changing community fellowships, our generous supporters create opportunity and lasting impact
Jul 10, 2025
Kent and Judy Whittaker’s $3.5 million estate gift will support student scholarships, law school building and areas of greatest need
Jun 13, 2025
The award recognizes champions for urban education who have made significant contributions to further education in the greater Kansas City Area
May 15, 2025
Company oversees a $20 billion portfolio, thanks to Nathaniel Hagedorn’s 22 years of experience in commercial real estate.
Apr 03, 2025
More than $2.5 million has been distributed to support 2,700 women in graduate programs at UMKC
Mar 13, 2025
Kansas City honors amazing women inducted in 10th anniversary celebration
Feb 21, 2025
Here's how to give during winter break
Dec 06, 2024
Association of Fundraising Professionals recognizes exceptional charitable giving
Nov 15, 2024
This record-breaking year comes with a format change for the annual fundraiser
Nov 12, 2024
Collegiate Panhellenic Council and Interfraternity Council support local families, including UMKC alumni
Nov 07, 2024
The Institute for Urban Education showcases impressive industry and retention statistics
Oct 30, 2024
The gift from Wagstaff & Cartmell will provide free bar preparation to UMKC School of Law students
May 29, 2024
Kansas City’s very own civil rights hero shares his feelings about UMKC and giving back
May 17, 2024
Students participating in Enactus partnered with Operation Breakthrough to keep Kansas City families on the road
May 02, 2024
Grant will fund local internships in the humanities to prepare students in their chosen field
Apr 16, 2024
More than $98,000 awarded to 69 recipients to support post-graduate work
Mar 15, 2024
Suzanne Shank's support for UMKC and the Kansas City arts community goes above and beyond
Mar 04, 2024
UMKC Conservatory students benefit from family’s generous gifts
Aug 08, 2023
How one man’s final gift will inspire generations
Aug 04, 2023
More than $2 million has helped enrich the academic careers of more than 2,000 women
Mar 07, 2023
UMKC School of Law Campaign for Advocates is making a difference
Feb 23, 2023
The state-of-the-art facility will position the district as a premier academic medical district and help propel health-care equity in the region
Jan 19, 2023
Consistent and significant funding enhances student success, degree completion. Photo by Brandon Parigo | UMKC
Jan 10, 2023
Grant provides support to continue and expand entrepreneurship programs on the UMKC campus and across the Kansas City region.
Jan 05, 2023
Here’s how to give
Dec 23, 2022
School of Dentistry welcomes Daniel Barwick
Dec 09, 2022
Generosity from donors enables the UMKC Conservatory to expand their Keyboard Area
Nov 29, 2022
Annette Luyben continues her family’s history of supporting musicians
Nov 29, 2022
UMKC alumnus and physics professor honors father’s dedication
Nov 09, 2022
Conservatory graduate Douglas Enderle makes surprise announcement at Crescendo reception
Nov 08, 2022
Greater Kansas City Hispanic Development Fund competition raises funds to support Latinx scholarships
Nov 02, 2022
New cutting-edge educational facility will serve as a catalyst for growth and position the district to become a premier academic medical district
Oct 19, 2022
Alumna Amanda Davis begins her role as president Nov. 2
Sep 21, 2022
Awardees from southwest Missouri demonstrate academic excellence and financial need
Aug 23, 2022
The posthumous 100th birthday of Henry Bloch recognizes past and present achievements and anticipates future successes
Aug 01, 2022
Alumni support Bloch scholarships to further opportunity for student success
Jul 20, 2022
A lifelong love of classical music and original arts programming leads to endowment
Jul 19, 2022
SchoolSmartKC funding accelerates student recruitment and program development
Jul 19, 2022
A new profession led to mentoring relationship, gift
Jun 23, 2022
Partnerships with the University of Missouri-Kansas City’s School of Dentistry; BrownGirl, RDH; and Chiefs Flag Football, Powered By GEHA add...
Jun 08, 2022
Alumni and community leaders honor successful past and promising future
Jun 06, 2022
Kao Family Foundation Establishes Garmin Scholars Program at UMKC
May 25, 2022
Graduate Certificate in Performing Arts Management prepares next generation of leaders for performing arts organizations
May 18, 2022
More than $2 million has helped enrich academic careers of more than 2,000 women
Feb 22, 2022
Faculty donation leads to collaboration between professors in the School of Medicine and UMKC Conservatory to yield safer surgeries
Jan 19, 2022
Group adds two new grants, thanks to generous donors, partners
Dec 22, 2021
Here’s how to give
Dec 08, 2021
Here’s how to give
Dec 08, 2021
Couple honors their late son through education support for veterans
Nov 10, 2021
Hogan Family Scholarship supports Kansas City Public Schools graduates enrolled as Business majors
Oct 28, 2021
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation supports Center for Neighborhoods three-year research project
Sep 10, 2021
Focus on kindergarten through third grade literacy has long-term impact
Aug 20, 2021
Foundation support accelerates Institute for Urban Education growth, progress
Aug 02, 2021
The scholarship will provide support for women pursuing careers in science, computing
Jul 27, 2021
UMKC professor’s gift increases collection security, longevity
Jun 11, 2021
Endowment benefits UMKC Conservatory and the Women’s Council Graduate Assistance Fund
Jun 03, 2021
UMKC Law community steps up to support students in need
May 05, 2021
Study explores patient safety issues surrounding the use of electronic medical records during transitions of care
Mar 24, 2021