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2017 Most Wanted Honoree Colby Jones

2017 Most Wanted Honoree Colby Jones is Chief Financial Officer of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City. He began his involvement with BBBS as a bowling captain at Bowl for Kids’ Sake in 1998. Colby was a Big Brother for 10 years and was named Big Brother of the Year for the state of Missouri in 2011. He also served on the BBBS donation center board for 15 years and on the BBBS agency board for eight years. Colby is a big believer in the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters and is happy to have his dream job there.

Colby Jones

 

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MOCSA Volunteer

Kersti Azar recently moved from Chicago to Kansas City and immediately started making an impact in MOCSA’s hospital advocacy program. She completed 40 hours of training and has provided more…

Rising Star Laura Palacios

Laura Palacios is a woman who gets things done. In her words, she “means business” when it comes to the causes she champions. Renowned for her support of literacy, diversity…

Name Dropping – Barbara Haviland 

Symphony Ball Chairman Barbara Haviland and her dedicated committees are in the midst of creating a supernova event designed to honor a superstar! The 2024 Symphony Ball, presented by the…

Rising Star Megan Bubb

Lifelong Kansas Citian Megan Bubb has become a prominent figure in the community’s philanthropic scene. Recognized as a Rising Star by The Independent, Megan’s achievements in philanthropy are numerous.  Despite…