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SUMMARY:Answering the Call - 5th Annual Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION: Join us for a night of camaraderie\, competition\, and unforgettable memories. Guests will enjoy dinner and drinks\, followed by the ultimate trivia showdown. \nAnswering the Call; 5th Annual Trivia Night\n\n\nTo aid and support all First Responders in a time of crisis and link community support to local first responders during a difficult time
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/answering-the-call-5th-annual-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center\, 1800 Bass Pro Drive\, Independence \, MO\, 64055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Ronnie Doumitt":MAILTO:r.doumitt@atc911.org
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SUMMARY:Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art's ArtSmash - Kemper Museum Annual Gala
DESCRIPTION:ArtSmash is a party: no big speeches\, just brilliant cuisine\, music\, dancing\, and entertainment among the art of our time. Help keep exhibitions and public programs free and accessible for everyone. \n\n\nKemper Museum of Contemporary Art; Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art exhibits\, collects\, and engages in a free and welcoming environment for all.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/kemper-museum-of-contemporary-arts-artsmash-kemper-museum-annual-gala/
LOCATION:Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art\, 4420 Warwick Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Schreiner - Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art":MAILTO:dschreiner@kemperart.org
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SUMMARY:AdventHealth Kansas City Foundation Tiny Tim Holiday Fantasy
DESCRIPTION:Don your festive attire and kick off the holiday season with raffles\, dinner\, a Festive Fashion Face-Off\, and a live auction. Benefiting the amazing programs at B.E. Smith Family Center\, home of Britain Development and Early Learning\, promoting understanding and inclusion of children with special needs. \nTiny Tim Holiday Fantasy\n\n\nInspiring a healthier Kansas City through the power of generosity.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/adventhealth-kansas-city-foundation-2/
LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Johanna Blackburn":MAILTO:johanna.dierdorfblackburn@adventhealth.com
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SUMMARY:The Kansas City Free Eye Clinic - Glimmer
DESCRIPTION:To preserve sight\, support underserved communities\, and create a future where no one is held back by vision problems \nThe Kansas City Free Eye Clinic – Glimmer\n\n\nGlimmer celebrates 16 years of KC Free Eye Clinic providing sight-saving eye care and glasses to adults and children in our community. The fun event will feature delicious food\, a program\, and a getaway trip raffle.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/the-kansas-city-free-eye-clinic-glimmer/
LOCATION:Rumely Historic Event Space
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241109T180000
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SUMMARY:Newhouse's Imagine a Day Gala
DESCRIPTION:An inspirational evening where guests learn about the strength of survivors of domestic violence and Newhouse. Guests enjoy a chef-crafted gourmet dinner\, live and silent auctions\, entertainment\, and impactful messages from survivors. \n\n\nNewhouse; Newhouse shatters the barriers that feed the cycle of abuse and partners with survivors to achieve safety\, self-sufficiency\, and whole-person healing through our ecosystem of transformative services.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/newhouses-imagine-a-day-gala-2/
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Christopher Stibbs":MAILTO:chriss@newhouseshelter.org
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SUMMARY:UMKC - Crescendo Gala 2024
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cocktail hour\, a seated dinner\, and performances by our talented Conservatory faculty and students. \nUMKC – Crescendo Gala 2024\n\n\nTo promote learning through the discovery\, preservation and dissemination of knowledge of public value across a broad spectrum of disciplines and fields of study.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/umkc-crescendo-gala-2024/
LOCATION:The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art\, 4525 Oak St\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Mattison":MAILTO:mmattison@kumc.edu 
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SUMMARY:Jackson County CASA's Cocktails for CASA - A Night of Hope
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of fun that includes signature cocktails\, music\, unique silent and live auction items\, photo booth\, wine pull\, delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts. \n\n\nJackson County CASA \nTo be a child’s voice in court. We advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect\, knowing every child deserves a safe and stable home.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/jackson-county-casas-cocktails-for-casa-a-night-of-hope/
LOCATION:The Abbott\, 1901 Cherry St\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Lara Klover - Jackson County CASA":MAILTO:lklover@jacksoncountycasa-mo.org
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SUMMARY:Native Sons & Daughters of Greater Kansas City - 2024 Outstanding Kansas Citian Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 52nd annual semi-formal event will honor one or more prominent Kansas Citians who are currently or have been very involved in the development and preservation of history in the Greater Kansas City area. Guests will enjoy dinner and a silent auction. \n2024 Outstanding Kansas Citian Gala\n\n\nDedicated to the historic preservation of the unique and rich heritage of the greater Kansas City metropolitan area\, both in Missouri and Kansas\, through advocacy\, education\, and restoration. It also seeks to preserve and maintain archives of historical interest relating to the development.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/native-sons-daughters-of-greater-kansas-city-2024-outstanding-kansas-citian-gala/
LOCATION:The Carriage Club
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Denzel":MAILTO:denzel1900@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Association of Fundraising Professionals\, Greater Kansas City Chapter
DESCRIPTION:Empowering individuals and organizations to practice ethical fundraising through professional education and relationships\, research\, and advocacy. \nNational Philanthropy Day KC Celebration \n\n\nFounded in 1986 by presidential proclamation of the Association of Fundraising Professionals to recognize charitable giving in all its forms\, AFPKC celebrates this day locally with an annual special event honoring Kansas City individuals and companies that embody the spirit of philanthropy.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/association-of-fundraising-professionals-greater-kansas-city-chapter/
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Bolton":MAILTO:community.afpglobal.org/afpkc/events2/npd48139117
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SUMMARY:High Aspirations
DESCRIPTION:Raising African American males’ aspirations by initiating innovative ways to improve the quality of their lives spiritually\, emotionally\, socially\, and academically. \nMentors Challenge\n\n\nThis occasion is an opportunity for you to recognize a mentor to whom you owe part of your success – that special someone who took the time to make a positive difference in your life.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/high-aspirations/
LOCATION:Fiorella’s Event Center\, 9000 W 137th St\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Henry Wash - High Aspirations":MAILTO:henry@highaspirationskc.org
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SUMMARY:Weavers Guild of Greater Kansas City and Fiber Guild of Greater Kansas City - Creative Hand
DESCRIPTION:All pieces offered for sale at the 42nd annual event are unique and handmade by local area artists and cover a wide range of items. \n Creative Hand\n\n\nOrganized in 1954 to promote hand weaving\, spinning\, and fiber arts to its members and the public.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/weavers-guild-of-greater-kansas-city-and-fiber-guild-of-greater-kansas-city-creative-hand/2024-11-22/
LOCATION:Old Shawnee Town Hall
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Gibson":MAILTO:ngibson100@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Folly Theater's Folly Frolic
DESCRIPTION:Folly Frolic: Michael Feinstein in “Because of You” featuring the Carnegie Hall Big Band. \n\n\nFolly Theater; To preserve the Folly Theater – Kansas City’s oldest historic theater – as a premier performance venue\, we commit to maintain our building’s heritage\, diversify our programs and entertainment offerings\, and be an enthusiastic participant in the continuing revitalization of Downtown Kansas City.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/folly-theaters-folly-frolic-2/
LOCATION:Folly Theater\, 300 W 12th Street\, Kansas City \, MO\, 64105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Williams - Folly Theater":MAILTO:brain@follytheater.org
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SUMMARY:Weavers Guild of Greater Kansas City and Fiber Guild of Greater Kansas City - Creative Hand
DESCRIPTION:All pieces offered for sale at the 42nd annual event are unique and handmade by local area artists and cover a wide range of items. \n Creative Hand\n\n\nOrganized in 1954 to promote hand weaving\, spinning\, and fiber arts to its members and the public.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/weavers-guild-of-greater-kansas-city-and-fiber-guild-of-greater-kansas-city-creative-hand/2024-11-23/
LOCATION:Old Shawnee Town Hall
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Gibson":MAILTO:ngibson100@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T170000
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SUMMARY:Jewish Community Relations Bureau | AJC
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our annual event celebrating JCRB|AJC’s 80th anniversary year and honoring Bill Berkley with the Henry W. Bloch Human Relations Award. Mayra Aguirre\, Dr. Marc Hahn\, Mark Jorgenson\, Anne St. Peter\, Maurice Watson\, and Debbie Wilkerson are the event co-chairs. \nThe Henry W. Bloch Human Relations Event honoring Bill Berkley\n\n\nJCRB|AJC is the Jewish community advocate for combating antisemitism and pursuing justice.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/jewish-community-relations-bureau-ajc/
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Hillary Parker Thomas":MAILTO:hillaryt@jewishkc.org
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