The charges were dropped – but being wrongfully accused of a crime was enough to make Saber Hossinei decide to become a lawyer. He began volunteering with the Midwest Innocence Project, which reviews cases in which justice may not have been done. The work was important enough to Saber that a three-hour commute each way […]

Kamera Meaney is the special programs manager for Truman Medical Centers. She is a member of the Centurions Fall Class of 2020. Kamera has served as programming chairman for the annual retreat and as co-chairman of the Healthcare Task Force, in addition to being a member of the curriculum committee. She earned a bachelor’s degree […]

Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas’ 46th Annual Snow Ball will be held on January 18th at the Overland Park Convention Center. Friends from St. Ann and St. Paul’s Catholic parishes gathered on separate occasions to garner support for the Ball. The Snowflakes, the next generation of Snow Ball supporters, had their own festive event in […]

Hallbrook Country was the beautiful setting for The Symphony League’s Holiday Luncheon. The festive event was held on December 11th. Symphony Ball Chairman Mary Leonida presented a check from the Ball to Danny Buckley, Kansas City Symphony, and Pat McCown, board president. New members were introduced, and Outgoing President Elaine Mann passed the gavel to […]

On November 23rd, the Kansas City Ballet Guild presented The Nutcracker Ball at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza. Peggy Beal was the chairman, and Sandy and Dr. Roger Jackson served as the honorary chairmen. Sue Ann Fagerberg was the recipient of the 2019 Pirouette Award. In addition to a performance by Kansas City […]

Hallbrook Country Club was the beautiful setting for the Kansas City Young Matrons’ annual Mistletoe Party on December 6th. The festive event featured a delicious dinner and dancing. James and Sue Lund, Chuck and Joni Etherington, and Christy and Kent Jennings   Jo Anne Dondlinger and Dee Ritz   Andrea and Alexander Alford   Connie […]

November 23rd was the date for The American Royal’s Chairman’s Uptown Hoedown. Charlie Tetrick served as chairman of the event, which was held in Hale Arena. Friends and supporters of The American Royal gathered to kick up their heels and celebrate the conclusion of the 120th American Royal season. Proceeds support The American Royal’s mission […]

Katherine Anne Kilroy and John Cameron Foster were joined in matrimony at Country Club United Methodist Church in Kansas City, Missouri, on August 31st. The bride is the daughter of Marianne and Terry Kilroy of Kansas City. Her groom is the son of Ann and Russell Foster of Charlotte, North Carolina. On the eve of […]

December 7th was the date for the Sugar Plum Fairy Children’s Ball. Co-chairmen Lisa Sirridge and Regina Klepikow hosted the 25th annual event, which was held at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Guests enjoyed a performance by the Kansas City Youth Ballet, an elegant three-course luncheon, face painting, and photos with […]

As the year wraps up and there are gifts to be wrapped, I thought it would be fun to continue the tradition started last year to share a few of my favorite books of the year. These were books published in 2019 and several have made it into my giving list. I hope that there […]

In conjunction with the release of Give KC within the November 9th issue, and giving season right around the corner, I wanted to focus on a few books that tell the stories of inspiring people. Reading can give us a glimpse into the stories behind the people that we admire. It can allow us to […]

Jenny Stasi is a St. Louis, Missouri, native who graduated from Indiana University. (Go, Hoosiers!) Her happiest times are spent with with her husband, Mike Stasi, their daughters, Kennedy and Peyton, and their yellow lab, Wrigley. She is a senior public relations strategist at Trozzolo Communications Group. As a member of the Centurions Fall Class […]

More than 200 people gathered for a VIP Reception, which was hosted by The National World War I Museum and Memorial in advance of the opening of the exhibition, The Vietnam War: 1945-1975. The exhibition will be open through May 31, 2020. Frank White, Mark McHenry, and Sly James   Doran Cart with Trudy and […]

Members of the Church of the Ascension, Nativity, St. Joseph, Sacred Heart, St. Patrick, and Holy Angels parishes kicked off the fall season by opening their homes to support Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas’ 46th Annual Snow Ball. The January 18th event will be held at the Overland Park Convention Center. Dave Bradley, Father Viet […]

November 2nd was the date for KidsTLC’s Benefit19, “IMAGINE.” Laura and Bobby Hennessey were the honorary chairmen, and Lucy and Andy Rieger served as the chairmen of the event that was held at the Overland Park Sheraton. Guests, who came together to imagine a future for children where there is no stigma around mental health, […]

Jane and Josh Sosland were the honorary chairmen for the 2019 Kemper Gala. This year’s event marked the silver anniversary of the Museum. (Yes – 25 years!) The theme, “Intergalatic Voyage: A Blast From Futures Past,” was a celebration of the future as it was imagined in the 1990’s.  Drs. Susan and Charles Porter   […]

September 14th was the date for Harriman-Jewell Series’ Prelude 2019. The festive evening celebrated the start of the Harriman-Jewell Series’ 55th season. Guests enjoyed a fabulous performance by the Four Italian Tenors. Jane Chu was honored with the Richard Harriman Award for Excellence in the Arts. Clark Morris, Harriman-Jewell Series; toasted the 55th season.   […]

Tamara Day, host of HGTV’s Bargain Mansions, helped HappyBottoms break its previous fundraising record at the organization’s Attitude of Gratitude event on November 14th. Pam Sutherlin, Liz Sutherlin, and Linda Cavanaugh were the honorary co-chairmen, and Felicia Wirfel, Kathleen Johansen, and Brandi Thomas served as the co-chairmen. Young Professional Board Members: Evan Malcom, Alison Laner, […]

UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance’s Crescendo took place at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts on November 8th. Guests enjoyed cocktails, dinner, and a spectacular performance by the talented Conservatory students and faculty. Proceeds support UMKC Conservatory student scholarships. Asher and Audrey Langworthy     Roger Jackson, Jo Hayes, Sandy Jackson, and C. […]

High Aspirations’ 9th Annual Mentors Challenge was held at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown on November 7th. Dr. Elijah Anderson, the Sterling Professor of Sociology and African American Studies at Yale University, was the guest speaker. Dana and Dr. Doug Nelson were honored with the Robert B. “Bob” Rogers Legacy Award. This year’s theme was […]

Carolyn and Dr. Arthur Elman recently enjoyed a Champagne Reception in their honor at the historic 1878 Henry Blosser House & Swiss Horse Barn. The couple received awards from the Missouri Senate and House of Representatives for the restoration of the Blosser Estate near the Historic Village of Arrow Rock. Bill Hart, Missouri Alliance for […]