Immersive experiences are free and open to the public! We invite anyone who is interested in learning more about Impact 100 organizations and the work done by nonprofit agencies across Greater Kansas City. We currently offer Sunshine Committee events, Impact Bus Tours, and Real Life, Real Choices events:
SUNSHINE COMMITTEE EVENTS
Bring joy and a BIG presentation check to our community partners. Sunshine Committee presentations provide an opportunity for small groups to visit and connect with a local partner agency to celebrate the impact their dollars have throughout our region.
IMPACT BUS TOURS
Impact Bus Tours provide a unique tour of neighborhoods and community partners across our six-county region. This journey will take participants on an educational tour of KCK’s historic neighborhoods – visiting Impact 100 agencies, Duchesne Clinic, Avenue of Life, CHWC, Inc, El Centro’s Academy for Children, and Cross-Lines Community Outreach along the way. Casual attire is recommended. Lunch will be provided. Additional details will be provided upon registration.
REAL LIFE, REAL CHOICES
This immersive, educational experience guides participants through the real choices those living in poverty have to make on a day-to-day basis. With limited resources, participants will make monthly decisions to make ends meet for their family. Participants will spend the time learning how they can play a role in fighting to end poverty in Kansas City.
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Bring joy and a BIG presentation check to our community partners. Sunshine Committee presentations provide an opportunity for small groups to visit and connect with a local partner agency to celebrate the impact their dollars have throughout our region.
This event’s featured Impact 100 organization will be Jewish Family Services (JFS). JFS is committed to preventing and treating all forms of child abuse and neglect in the community.
Join us to learn more about and celebrate the impact they are making in our community!
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This immersive, educational experience guides participants through the real choices those living in poverty have to make on a day-to-day basis. With limited resources, participants will make monthly decisions to make ends meet for their family. Participants will spend the time learning how they can play a role in fighting to end poverty in Kansas City.
This event will be hosted at the Kauffman Foundation Conference Center. You can view the venue’s COVID-19 and vaccination policies here.
This event is open to all United Way constituents. Light refreshments will be served.
Event Agenda
8:30-9am Check-in/light refreshments
9-9:40am Welcome & Impact Presentation
9:40-10:20am Simulation Experience
10:20-11am Debrief & Discussion
11-11:30am Closing
RSVP here
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This immersive, educational experience guides participants through the real choices those living in poverty have to make on a day-to-day basis. With limited resources, participants will make monthly decisions to make ends meet for their family. Participants will spend the time learning how they can play a role in fighting to end poverty in Kansas City.
This event will be hosted virtually from 1pm-3pm. Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
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Bring joy and a BIG presentation check to our community partners. Sunshine Committee presentations provide an opportunity for small groups to visit and connect with a local partner agency to celebrate the impact their dollars have throughout our region.
This event’s featured Impact 100 organization will be The Whole Person. The Whole Person connects people with disabilities to the resources they need by supporting independent choice and advocating for positive change in the community.
Join us to learn more about and celebrate the impact they are making in our community!
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Bring joy and a BIG presentation check to our community partners. Sunshine Committee presentations provide an opportunity for small groups to visit and connect with a local partner agency to celebrate the impact their dollars have throughout our region.
This event’s featured Impact 100 organization will be Ability KC. Ability KC’s mission is to build brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities by providing educational, vocational and therapeutic services.
Join us to learn more about and celebrate the impact they are making in our community.
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Join United Way of Greater Kansas City in our mission to inspire and enable a movement of change agents, or Waymakers — individuals and organizations who fight for the health, education and financial stability of every member of our community.
Impact Bus Tours provide a unique tour of neighborhoods and community partners across our six-county region. This journey will take participants on an educational tour of Johnson County, KS neighborhoods – visiting various Impact 100 agencies along the way.
Casual attire is recommended. Lunch will be provided. Additional details will be provided upon registration.