United Way of Greater Kansas City
Fighting for the health, education and financial stability of every member of our community
United Way of Greater Kansas City is excited to host Seasons of Giving in celebration of National Volunteer Week, because while volunteering is important to support organizations during traditional holiday seasons, it is vital all year long. We have partnered with several of our Impact 100 and Nonprofit Catalyst Grantee organizations to provide Seasons of […]
We’re thrilled to partner with The Kritiq Fashion Show as it celebrates 10 years of elevating Kansas City’s creative talent. On May 18, join us for one unforgettable night featuring 10 visionary designers and a powerful reminder that when creativity meets compassion, real impact happens. A portion of event proceeds will benefit United Way of Greater Kansas City, helping connect local individuals and […]
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 United Way non-profit community partners who are crucial in responding to issues and challenges related to early childhood development in our community. Celebrate Women United's commitment to advancing early […]
We’re excited to bring together our Impact 100 and Catalyst Grantee partners for an exclusive opportunity to connect, gain insights into the benefits of partnering with United Way of Greater Kansas City, and learn how to run a successful campaign. You’ll also receive a comprehensive overview of the engaging activities and opportunities available in the year ahead. […]
We’re excited to bring together our Impact 100 and Catalyst Grantee partners for an exclusive opportunity to connect, gain insights into the benefits of partnering with United Way of Greater Kansas City, and learn how to run a successful campaign. You’ll also receive a comprehensive overview of the engaging activities and opportunities available in the year ahead. […]
We’re excited to bring together our Impact 100 and Catalyst Grantee partners for an exclusive opportunity to connect, gain insights into the benefits of partnering with United Way of Greater Kansas City, and learn how to run a successful campaign. You’ll also receive a comprehensive overview of the engaging activities and opportunities available in the year ahead. […]
Join us for our second annual Waymaker™ Awards Impact Celebration on July 10th at The Midland Theatre! Together, we will raise a toast to all of our donors, corporate partners and community partners, whose collaborative efforts have furthered our mission and enriched the lives of those we serve. Tickets now live!
Get ready to IGNITE your passion for community impact! This energizing half-day training is designed for Employee Campaign Managers (ECMs) and anyone looking to play a leadership role in their organization's United Way campaign. This year, we’re shaking things up! The format will be a little different—with quick 15-minute updates from United Way staff and […]
Help KC teachers get ready for school—volunteer with United Way Women United at Refresh A Classroom! Join United Way at our annual Refresh a Classroom, hosted by Women United and sponsored by Burns & McDonnell, to help teachers at Richardson Early Learning Center and Woodland Early Learning Center (Kansas City Public Schools) prepare to welcome […]
At United Way of Greater Kansas City, we believe in the collective power of our community coming together to make a positive difference. CommUNITY Fest (a reimagined Day of Caring), presented by Delta Air Lines, will harness the power of volunteers to advocate, volunteer and celebrate impact in our community. This multi-day event allows community […]
The Impact 100 is a group of nonprofit organizations within United Ways six-county service region that are working to meet today’s most critical health and human service need. The Impact 100 grant cycle opened on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 with grant applications due 11:59pm CST on Friday, November 14, 2025. If you would like more […]
With the government shutdown halting SNAP benefits for hundreds of thousands of Missouri and Kansas families, United Way is inviting community members and businesses to step up and get involved. Approximately 150,000 people in the United Way of Greater Kansas City service area who rely on SNAP benefits will be impacted by this. While we […]