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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
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SUMMARY:Symphony League of Kansas City - 2026 Symphony Ball
DESCRIPTION:2026 Symphony Ball\nThe beautiful evening will feature a cocktail party\, a gourmet dinner\, and a silent auction. Guests will enjoy listening to the Symphony perform an imaginative program led by Music Director Matthias Pintscher\, and dancing the night away at an after-party. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization supports the Kansas City Symphony primarily through its annual major fundraising event\, the Symphony Ball.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/symphony-league-of-kansas-city-2026-symphony-ball/
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Thompson":MAILTO:melaniemthompson@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T083000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223129Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Mercy - Dream Big Day
DESCRIPTION:Dream Big Day\nDream Big Day rallies our community around Children’s Mercy to raise funds to provide healing and hope for patients and their families. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nChildren’s Mercy is a leading independent children’s health organization dedicated to holistic care\, translational research\, breakthrough innovation\, and educating the next generation of caregivers. Together\, we transform the health\, well-being\, and potential of children with unwavering compassion for those most vulnerable.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/childrens-mercy-dream-big-day/
LOCATION:Worlds of Fun\, 4545 Worlds of Fun Ave \, Kansas City\, MO\, 64161\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Ashley Lopez":MAILTO:events@cmh.edu
GEO:39.1753466;-94.4869039
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T173000
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SUMMARY:The University of Kansas Health System - Treads & Threads
DESCRIPTION:Treads and Threads \nThis unforgettable black-tie gala to benefit cancer patient care will feature a gourmet feast from area restaurants\, a concert by a headline entertainer\, spectacular fireworks\, and a dance floor that’s packed ‘til midnight. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe region’s premier academic medical center\, The University of Kansas Health System enhances the health and wellness of the individuals\, families\, and communities we serve and has been named by U.S. News & World Report as the “Best Hospital in Kansas City” and the “Best Hospital in Kansas.”
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/the-university-of-kansas-health-system-treads-threads-2/
LOCATION:Kansas Speedway\, 400 Speedway Boulevard\, Kansas City\, KS\, 66111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Abby Parker":MAILTO:aparker8@kumc.edu
GEO:39.1168766;-94.8347268
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kansas Speedway 400 Speedway Boulevard Kansas City KS 66111 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 Speedway Boulevard:geo:-94.8347268,39.1168766
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T073000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T175714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223240Z
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SUMMARY:Saint Luke’s Foundation - Plaza 10K
DESCRIPTION:Plaza 10K\nSaint Luke’s Home Care and Hospice is honored to partner with KC Running Company for this event. Participants will run along the banks of Brush Creek and through the heart of the Country Club Plaza. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization partners with donors to fund innovative health care solutions through charitable gifts for research\, education\, new technology\, and the pursuit of excellence in patient care. 
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/saint-lukes-foundation-plaza-10k-2/
LOCATION:Country Club Plaza
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer McBratney":MAILTO:jmcbratney@saint-lukes.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T180004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223337Z
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SUMMARY:The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - Committee of 100 Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Committee of 100 Luncheon\nGuests will enjoy coffee and morning cocktails\, followed by a presentation by a well-known designer in the visual arts\, and a lunch in Kirkwood Hall. A reception the evening prior will honor benefactors and patrons. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization invites all people to explore the art in its care\, and through its broad collection\, the depths and complexities of human experiences.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/the-nelson-atkins-museum-of-art-committee-of-100-luncheon-2/
LOCATION:The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art\, 4525 Oak St\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Allison Muller":MAILTO:amuller@nelson-atkins.org
GEO:39.0445698;-94.5806233
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 4525 Oak St Kansas City MO 64111 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4525 Oak St:geo:-94.5806233,39.0445698
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T080000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T180422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223503Z
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SUMMARY:The Salvation Army - Down for the Challenge KC
DESCRIPTION:Down for the Challenge KC\nTake the leap to fight houselessness and join us for an unforgettable urban rappelling adventure! With the support of expert instructors\, participants who raise funds will rappel down the side of a high-rise building\, and experience breathtaking views like never before. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization\, an international movement\, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/the-salvation-army-down-for-the-challenge-kc/
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Wootton":MAILTO:danielle.wootton@usc.salvationarmy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T181405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223558Z
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SUMMARY:KC Shepherd’s Center - 70 Over 70 2026 Awards Celebration Brunch
DESCRIPTION:70 Over 70 2026 Awards Celebration Brunch\nThe 70 Over 70 Awards Celebration is a biennial event honoring 70 individuals age 70 or better\, who are living examples of meaningful and engaged aging. KC Shepherd’s Center looks forward to welcoming its seventh class of distinguished Kansas Citians as 70 Over 70 Honorees. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization honors our elders by celebrating\, empowering\, and serving older adults.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/kc-shepherds-center-70-over-70-2026-awards-celebration-brunch/
LOCATION:The Venues at Park 39\, 300 E 39th St\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64111
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Baker":MAILTO:events@kcshepherdscenter.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T182710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T190126Z
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SUMMARY:Center for Practical Bioethics - Breakfast of Champions
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast of Champions\nJoin us for a dynamic morning of food\, fun\, and philanthropy\, all in support of vital ethics consultations that guide patients\, families\, and care teams through some of the most complex decisions in healthcare. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization raises and responds to ethical issues in health and healthcare in clinical settings\, policy arenas\, and in the dynamic realm of technology.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/center-for-practical-bioethics-breakfast-of-champions-2/
LOCATION:Sporting Park\, 1 Sporting Way \, Kansas City\, KS\, 66111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abby Gast-Watterson":MAILTO:abbygw@practicalbioethics.org
GEO:39.122757;-94.8249294
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sporting Park 1 Sporting Way  Kansas City KS 66111 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Sporting Way:geo:-94.8249294,39.122757
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T180817Z
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SUMMARY:HappyBottoms - Bottoms Up For Babies 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bottoms Up For Babies 2026\nBottoms Up for Babies will feature food and drink\, live music\, a golden raffle\, live and silent auctions\, and much more. Proceeds support programs that provide diapers to more than 7\,400 children every month. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization collaborates with the community to empower\, connect\, and impact families by alleviating diaper need.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/happybottoms-bottoms-up-for-babies-2026/
LOCATION:Ameristar Casino Kansas City\, 3200 Ameristar Dr\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64161\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Belger Angulo - Happy Bottoms":MAILTO:susan@happybottoms.org
GEO:39.1502061;-94.4832396
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ameristar Casino Kansas City 3200 Ameristar Dr Kansas City MO 64161 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3200 Ameristar Dr:geo:-94.4832396,39.1502061
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T181754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223820Z
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SUMMARY:Kansas City Girls Preparatory Academy - Leading with Love
DESCRIPTION:Leading with Love\nJoin us for an evening of food\, drinks\, and fun as we celebrate the continued success of Kansas City Girls Preparatory Academy! This fourth annual event will celebrate KCGPA and share its vision for the future. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization prepares scholars to use their voices\, succeed academically\, and lead impactful\, meaningful lives.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/kansas-city-girls-preparatory-academy-leading-with-love-2/
LOCATION:Loews Kansas City Hotel
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kara%C2%A0Kahn":MAILTO:kkahn@kcgpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
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CREATED:20260106T182157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T223944Z
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SUMMARY:Truman Heartland Community Foundation - 31st Annual Toast to Our Towns Gala: A Celebration of Philanthropy
DESCRIPTION:31st Annual Toast to Our Towns Gala: A Celebration of Philanthropy\nThe evening will bring together community leaders\, philanthropists\, businesses\, and friends to honor extraordinary service\, exceptional generosity\, and transformational leadership in our communities. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception\, a dinner\, a program\, music\, and an after-party. The Eastern Jackson County Mayors will recognize their Citizens of the Year\, and the Truman Heartland Community Foundation board will nominate exceptional philanthropists from our community to receive the Humanitarian\, Corporate Citizen\, Heartland Service\, and Professional Advisor of the Year awards. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization serves suburban Eastern Jackson\, Cass\, and Lafayette Counties and is a trusted leader in charitable giving. Truman Heartland serves individuals\, couples\, and families who\, through their private giving\, wish to support the public good.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/truman-heartland-community-foundation-31st-annual-toast-to-our-towns-gala-a-celebration-of-philanthropy/
LOCATION:Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center\, 2345 McGee\, Kansas City\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
GEO:39.084979;-94.579812
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center 2345 McGee Kansas City MO United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2345 McGee:geo:-94.579812,39.084979
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260311T145437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T145437Z
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SUMMARY:Kansas City Metropolitan Crime Commission - 77th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:77th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon\nThe annual luncheon will bring our community leaders and area law enforcement personnel together for the good of everyone in our Greater Kansas City community. Table sponsors will bring four guests\, and the remaining four seats will be donated to law enforcement agencies as a thank you for their service. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization works as a nationally recognized nonprofit to advocate\, develop strategies\, and operate innovative programs that bring people and public safety agencies together to power a safer\, better Greater Kansas City community.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/kansas-city-metropolitan-crime-commission-77th-annual-law-enforcement-appreciation-luncheon/
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="Tami Holthus":MAILTO:tholthus@kc-crime.org
GEO:39.1004841;-94.5862754
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown 200 W 12th Street Kansas City MO 64105 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=200 W 12th Street:geo:-94.5862754,39.1004841
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T183006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T224105Z
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SUMMARY:Reach Out and Read Kansas City - The Big Book Bash
DESCRIPTION:The Big Book Bash\nJoin us for an evening of literary delight at The Big Book Bash\, a special event supporting children’s literacy in Kansas City. The event features a silent auction\, raffle prizes\, open pickleball play\, yard games\, a kids zone with crafts\, a photo booth\, and more. Donations of children’s board books are encouraged at the event. \n$50 for individual tickets\, $25 for kids ages 12 and under. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization works to strengthen all families with young children through guidance from medical clinicians about nurturing relationships through shared reading.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/reach-out-and-read-kansas-city-the-big-book-bash/
LOCATION:Chicken N Pickle – Overland Park
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Abbie%C2%A0Bliss":MAILTO:steerdinner@avila.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T183432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T224239Z
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SUMMARY:Guadalupe Centers - Blanco y Negro Gala
DESCRIPTION:Blanco y Negro Gala\nBlanco y Negro is traditionally held during Hispanic Heritage Month and is the premier fundraising event for Guadalupe Centers. \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization improves lives in Latino communities throughout the Kansas City area.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/guadalupe-centers-blanco-y-negro-gala/
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Pedraza":MAILTO:barrio@guadalupecenters.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T183740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T224404Z
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SUMMARY:Ronald McDonald House Kansas City - Spark Gala
DESCRIPTION:Spark Gala\nBe the Spark that guides children and their families home to Ronald McDonald House Kansas City. Join us for an elevated cocktail and dining experience\, followed by live and silent auctions. After the program\, kick back and dance the night away at our exclusive Spark After Dark after-party! \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization provides essential services that remove barriers\, strengthen families\, and promote healing when children need healthcare.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/ronald-mcdonald-house-kansas-city-spark-gala/
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
ORGANIZER;CN="Allison Malott Fitzgerald":MAILTO:amalott@rmhckc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T073000
DTSTAMP:20260430T184156
CREATED:20260106T184220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T224504Z
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SUMMARY:Wayside Waifs - Strutt With Your Mutt
DESCRIPTION:Strutt With Your Mutt\nKansas City’s largest pet friendly 3K walk and certified 5K run in Brookside. This event is fun for the whole family – with activities for adults\, kids\, and dogs! \n\n\nMission Statement: \nThe organization prepares pets and people for the bond of their lives.
URL:https://kcindependent.com/event/wayside-waifs-strutt-with-your-mutt-2/
LOCATION:Brookside Neighborhood
CATEGORIES:Charitable Events Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Sanger":MAILTO:esanger@nelson-atkins.org
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