Association of Fundraising Professionals recognizes exceptional charitable giving Continue reading “UMKC Proud to Have Three National Philanthropy Day Honorees”
Category: Features
UMKC Education Program Makes Lasting Impacts That Inspire Donors
The Institute for Urban Education showcases impressive industry and retention statistics Continue reading “UMKC Education Program Makes Lasting Impacts That Inspire Donors”
UMKC Bloch School, Top Kansas City Banks Announce New Scholarship Opportunity
Partnership includes $10,000 scholarship award per student Continue reading “UMKC Bloch School, Top Kansas City Banks Announce New Scholarship Opportunity”
UMKC a Top Choice for 2024 Hispanic Development Fund Scholarship Recipients
Campus event at Henry W. Bloch School of Management honors hundreds Continue reading “UMKC a Top Choice for 2024 Hispanic Development Fund Scholarship Recipients”
UMKC Alumnus Is Helping First-Generation Students Achieve Their Dreams
Alvin Brooks (B.A. ’59, M.A. ’73), Kansas City’s very own civil rights hero shares his feelings about UMKC and giving back. Continue reading “UMKC Alumnus Is Helping First-Generation Students Achieve Their Dreams”
Women’s Council Helps Generations of Women Fulfill Their Dreams at UMKC
More than $98,000 awarded to 69 recipients to support post-graduate work
The UMKC Women’s Council held its annual reception to celebrate this year’s Graduate Assistance Fund awardees. Continue reading “Women’s Council Helps Generations of Women Fulfill Their Dreams at UMKC”
UMKC Students Help Kansas City Families Stay Driven
Students participating in Enactus partnered with Operation Breakthrough to keep Kansas City families on the road Continue reading “UMKC Students Help Kansas City Families Stay Driven”
Your Impact In Action: 2023 Appreciation Report
The future we are shaping removes barriers to unlocking potential and gives students the opportunity to live their dreams. Read the full 2023 Appreciation Report to learn more.
Sizemore Scholarship, Instrument Donation Keep Music Playing
UMKC Conservatory students benefit from family’s generous gifts
Katrinka Sizemore’s mother remembers that her daughter was so determined to play an instrument as a young child, that Katrinka convinced her aunt to give Katrinka her piano. Continue reading “Sizemore Scholarship, Instrument Donation Keep Music Playing”
One-Time Gift Spurs Incredible Campaign of Giving
How one man’s final gift will inspire generations
It was an unusually warm and sunny late January day in Kansas City the day that David Westfall, Jr. (J.D. ’55) died. Those who knew him still remember his pleasant manner and giving spirit. At UMKC, his generosity is his legacy, though few here ever knew him at all. Continue reading “One-Time Gift Spurs Incredible Campaign of Giving”