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SUMMARY:Hope House - believe-illuminating hope gala
DESCRIPTION:believe-illuminating hope gala\nThe annual event will feature delicious food and drinks\, exciting live and silent auction items\, a whiskey pull\, and more in support of survivors of domestic violence. Join us as we uplift survivors to believe in a safe future; Formal attire. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization’s mission is to break the cycle of domestic violence by providing safe refuge and supportive services that educate and empower those impacted by domestic violence. Hope House will advocate social change that protects and engenders a person’s right to live a life free of abuse.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/hope-house-believe-illuminating-hope-gala/
LOCATION:Loews Kansas City Hotel
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Anne Aubuchon":MAILTO:aaubuchon@hopehouse.net
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SUMMARY:Infant Loss Resources - Tee It UP for Infant Loss Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Tee It UP for Infant Loss Golf Tournament\nThe full day of golf will include a shotgun start\, course activities\, golf-themed games\, drinks\, snacks\, goodie bags\, a lunch\, and a silent auction. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization promotes safe practices to lower the risk of infant death. We empathize with the pain of loss and provide grief support for families who have experienced the passing of a baby. Together\, we cultivate a community focused on awareness\, support\, and healing.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/infant-loss-resources-tee-it-up-for-infant-loss-golf-tournament-2/
LOCATION:Nicholas Golf Club at LionsGate\, 14225 Dearborn St\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66223
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Cindy Sims":MAILTO:cindy@infantlossresources.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T170000
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SUMMARY:Child Protection Center - Color Outside the Lines
DESCRIPTION:Color Outside the Lines\nJoin Event Chair Taylor Smith for the First Friday showing of Color Outside the Lines\, an art benefit for the Child Protection Center. It will be on display from July 6th through September 23rd. Fifty percent of all art purchases will benefit the Child Protection Center. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization works to respect the child and protect their voice throughout the investigation of child abuse.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/child-protection-center-color-outside-the-lines/
LOCATION:Buttonwood Art Space\, 3013 Main St\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64108
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy DuVall - CPCKC":MAILTO:nduvall@cpckc.org
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SUMMARY:The Whole Person - The Whole Classic
DESCRIPTION:The Whole Classic is an annual pickleball and cornhole tournament\, where friendly competition meets community impact! Teams come together for a day of fun and lively matches. \nThe Whole Classic\n\n\nThe organization connects people with disabilities to the right resources\, supports their independence\, and works for positive change in our community.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/the-whole-person-the-whole-classic/
LOCATION:Chicken N Pickle – Overland Park
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kianna Riffey":MAILTO:kriffey@thewholeperson.org
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SUMMARY:Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care - Craig “Satch” & Shirley Sanders Memorial .1K
DESCRIPTION:Craig “Satch” & Shirley Sanders Memorial .1K\nThe annual Craig “Satch” & Shirley Sanders Memorial .1K is a fun way to support Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care\, no training necessary! The “grueling” race takes place in the parking lot at Patrick’s Bar & No Grill in Waldo. Make your way around the entire parking lot and get extra points for not spilling your drink! \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization works to bring expert care\, peace of mind\, comfort\, guidance\, and hope to people who are affected by serious illness or grief.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/kansas-city-hospice-palliative-care-craig-satch-shirley-sanders-memorial-1k/
LOCATION:Patrick’s Bar & No Grill\, 8251 Wornall Rd\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Megan Ernzen":MAILTO:mernzen@greatplainsspca.org
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SUMMARY:KC Pet Project - Love Finds a Way Gala
DESCRIPTION:Love Finds a Way Gala\nThe celebration will begin with a cocktail hour and silent auction\, followed by a seated dinner\, program\, and live auction. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization is dedicated to creating a compassionate and safe community for pets and people through progressive\, lifesaving programs and support services.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/kc-pet-project-love-finds-a-way-gala/
LOCATION:Uptown Theater\, 3700 Broadway\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Bethany Duber":MAILTO:bethany.duber@fosteradopt.org
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SUMMARY:Opes Charitable Foundation - Green Tie Gala
DESCRIPTION:GREEN TIE GALA\nThe evening will bring our community together for a night of connection\, celebration\, and generosity\, all in support of pediatric blood cancer research. Guests will enjoy fine dining\, live and silent auctions\, entertainment\, and dancing. \nTables begin at $5\,000 \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization provides unwavering support and resources to individuals and organizations dedicated to or affected by health-related issues in our community. It is committed to fostering partnerships\, raising awareness\, and mobilizing resources to empower those affected by conditions such as cancer and other health challenges.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/opes-charitable-foundation-green-tie-gala/
LOCATION:Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown\, 200 W 12th Street\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan Hicks":MAILTO:morgan.hicks@lls.org
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SUMMARY:Te Deum - Lumine
DESCRIPTION:Lumine\nLumine will offer a fusion of music\, art\, and upscale dining. Guests will begin the evening with drinks and connection before enjoying an intimate performance at the Kemper Museum’s restaurant\, Oil on Linen. Premium ticket holders are invited to extend the evening with a seated dinner in the Museum’s Atrium\, dining alongside Te Deum singers amidst striking contemporary art. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization is a professional choral ensemble with a mission to create a musically inspiring\, spiritually stirring experience by performing a diverse choral repertoire in a uniquely relevant context.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/te-deum-lumine/
LOCATION:Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art\, 4420 Warwick Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Shannon Solis":MAILTO:shannon@te-deum.org
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SUMMARY:Head for the Cure - 24th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:24th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Kansas City\nJoin us for the 24th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Kansas City! Enjoy your favorite KC mascots\, delicious treats\, live music\, vendors\, and more. Proceeds will support brain tumor efforts at The University of Kansas Cancer Center\, Saint Luke’s – Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute\, Children’s Mercy\, Children’s Brain Tumor Project\, Solace House\, and other national brain tumor initiatives. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization inspires hope for the community of brain cancer patients\, their families\, friends\, caregivers\, and other supporters\, while celebrating their courage\, spirit\, and energy.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/head-for-the-cure-24th-annual-head-for-the-cure-5k-kansas-city/
LOCATION:Corporate Woods
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grace Rothweiler":MAILTO:grace@headforthecure.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830
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SUMMARY:Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Rise
DESCRIPTION:Rise\nRise is a unique event where attendees crawl through exclusive\, private rooftops in the Crossroads District with incredible views of the downtown skyline. Guests will enjoy food\, drinks\, music\, and themed fun as they travel from one rooftop to the next\, ending with an after-party celebration. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization works to clear the path to a child’s biggest possible future by matching them with a caring\, adult mentor in a one-to-one friendship.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/big-brothers-big-sisters-kansas-city-rise/
LOCATION:The Crossroads
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Jordan Cronan":MAILTO:jordan.cronan@bbbskc.org
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SUMMARY:Hillcrest Transitional Housing - 50th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:50th Anniversary Celebration\nCelebrate Hillcrest Transitional Housing’s 50th anniversary at this evening of fun\, glamour\, and inspiration. Guests will enjoy cocktails\, delicious fare\, entertainment\, prizes\, and more. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization is a transitional housing program that helps move homeless families and youth from homelessness to self-sufficiency\, becoming self-supporting\, self-reliant contributors of society.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/hillcrest-transitional-housing-50th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Brenna Luevano":MAILTO:bluevano@hillcrestkc.org
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