Folly Theater - Folly Theater Garden Party
2026-06-07 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lake Leawood
Folly Theater Garden Party
Join your Folly friends in Old Leawood to mingle among the blooms while supporting Kansas City’s most historic theater! Enjoy delicious picnic fare, live jazz, and refreshing beverages.

Mission Statement:
The organization inspires, entertains, and unites audiences through inclusive programming, their heritage, and the transformative power of the performing arts.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Legacy Golf Tournament
2026-06-08 08:30 | Oakwood Country Club, 9800 Grandview Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64137, United States
Legacy Golf Tournament
The Legacy Golf Tournament is designed for community and business leaders as one of the premier client entertainment events in our area. Golfers will enjoy unmatched player amenities, including an Under Armour gift salon that features apparel, shoes, accessories, and more!

Mission Statement:
The 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.

Breakthrough T1D's Community Summit
2026-06-10 18:00 | BEST Conference Center
These in-person sessions are the cornerstone of the Breakthrough T1D education program and free to our community. Topics include, but are not limited to, screening and clinical trials (with an emphasis on screening education), safe at school, research updates, mental health for adults living with T1D and for parents of children living with T1D, and learning how to manage T1D with the various technology choices.

Mission Statement:
The organization works to improve lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to treat, prevent, and ultimately, cure type 1 diabetes (T1D) and its complications.

FIRE Foundation - Purses with Purpose
2026-06-11 19:00
Purses with Purpose
Join us for Purses with Purpose 2026, a spirited celebration where style meets impact. Enjoy great company, signature sips, and a lively gathering with curated handbags, accessories, and unique experiences in our auctions and raffles. Proceeds help create a culture of belonging across our FIRE Partner Schools.

Mission Statement:
The organization works to champion the inclusion of students with disabilities in Catholic schools by providing educational resources, fundraising, and promoting a culture of belonging.

The Jewel Ball
2026-06-20 18:00 | The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, 4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
The Jewel Ball
A Debutante and Gentleman presentation of longstanding civic and cultural significance. A benefit for two of Kansas City’s greatest assets, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Kansas City Symphony.

Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired - CCVI’s Trivia with a Vision
2026-06-25 18:30 | Waldo Social, 7425 Broadway St., Kansas City, Missouri, 64114
CCVI’s Trivia with a Vision
Blend brainpower and fun at CCVI’s Trivia with a Vision. Enjoy delicious food and libations while competing in an exciting and challenging game of trivia.

Mission Statement:
The organization prepares children with visual impairments, including those with multiple disabilities, to reach their highest potential in the sighted world.

Jackson County CASA - Carnival for CASA
2026-06-28 12:00 | Faulkner’s Ranch
Carnival for CASA
Join Jackson County CASA and Honorary Co-chairs Amy and Chris Kurtz for the 21st annual event. Enjoy lunch and fabulous western-themed attractions, including a petting farm with goats, a corn cannon, the Stage Coach Bounce House, a zipline, super slide, and a goody bag for every child. Children’s tickets are $25 online in advance, and $30 the day of the event. Adult tickets are $15 each. Children age two and under are free of charge.

Mission Statement:
The organization’s mission is to be a child’s voice in court. We recruit, train, and support volunteers who act as advocates on behalf of the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect.

Pinnacle Winds; America's 250 Birthdays and Counting
2026-06-28 14:00 | First Church of the Nazarene
This kick-off concert benefits Pinnacle Winds, a fine arts organization in South Kansas City. Held in a traditional concert setting, the event will feature music celebrating America’s 250th birthday; Business casual attire.

Mission Statement: The organization, which strives to be the first, full-time, civilian professional wind band in America this century, promotes the wind band’s best repertoire with a focus on both established masterworks and more recently composed, artistic-level works; and provides educational outreach to school music programs to enhance learning possibilities.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake
2026-07-08 18:00 - 2026-07-24 18:00 | Park Lanes – Shawnee, KS, 7701 Renner Rd , Shawnee, KS, 66217, United States
Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake
Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big Sisters biggest feel-good party of the summer. Bowling teams will celebrate their fundraising efforts with free bowling, pizza, beer, and prizes! Bowling sessions take place between July 8th and 24th, so teams can choose one night that works best for them.

Mission Statement:
The 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.

Band of Angels - Art That Blows
2026-07-10 17:30 | The Abbott, 1901 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
Art That Blows
Kansas City’s best summer fundraising party returns to the Crossroads! Bid on one-of-a-kind artwork made from repurposed instruments while supporting young musicians. Enjoy skyline views, student performances, community connections, light bites, drinks, and the chance to take home unique art pieces.

Mission Statement:
The organization connects students in need with music thanks to the generosity of others.

Synergy Services - Quiz for a Cause
2026-07-11 10:00 | Holladay Distillery, 1 Mc Cormick Ln, Weston, Missouri, 64098
Quiz for a Cause
Quiz for A Cause features brunch, custom cocktails, exclusive distillery tours, and bragging rights for our winners. Proceeds support the Synergy Street Outreach team, which canvases Greater Kansas City, helping more than 2,000 unhoused youth each year.

Mission Statement:
The organization takes action to create communities free of family violence.

The Whole Person - ADA Anniversary Celebration
2026-07-24 11:30
ADA Anniversary Celebration
The ADA Celebration honors the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the progress over the past 36 years. Each year, The Whole Person highlights milestones in disability history and recognizes the advocates who have made a difference and continue to fight for change. Enjoy guest speakers, food, games, and prizes.

Mission Statement:
The organization connects people with disabilities to the right resources, supports their independence, and works for positive change in our community.

Variety KC - Variety Show
2026-07-31 | Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Variety Show
This professional stage production will highlight actors of all abilities. In addition to the professional cast, the Variety Show includes children with a wide variety of disabilities, both cognitive and physical. These children will appear on stage as part of the actual musical production. There are also opportunities to participate off-stage in roles such as lighting, set design, stagehands, costuming, and front-of-house operations.

Mission Statement:
The organization is committed to providing children with cognitive and/or physical disabilities the adaptive medical equipment and devices, therapies, and opportunities needed for activity and inclusion.

Hope House - believe-illuminating hope gala
2026-08-01 17:30 | Loews Kansas City Hotel
believe-illuminating hope gala
The 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.

Mission Statement:
The 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.

Infant Loss Resources - Tee It UP for Infant Loss Golf Tournament
2026-08-03 08:00 | Nicholas Golf Club at LionsGate, 14225 Dearborn St, Overland Park, Kansas, 66223
Tee It UP for Infant Loss Golf Tournament
The full day of golf will include a shotgun start, course activities, golf-themed games, drinks, snacks, goodie bags, a lunch, and a silent auction.

Mission Statement:
The 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.

EarlystART's Art of Wonder
2026-08-05 08:30 | Zhou B Art Center
Art of Wonder begins with a curated student art gallery showcasing original works created by EarlystART Little Learners. Each piece tells a story of curiosity, imagination and growth, a vivid reminder of what quality early education makes possible. Enjoy coffee, breakfast, and a morning brimming with inspiration.

Mission Statement:
The organization builds bridges, inspires minds, and impacts futures.

Child Protection Center - Color Outside the Lines
2026-08-07 17:00 | Buttonwood Art Space, 3013 Main St, Kansas City, Missouri, 64108
Color Outside the Lines
Join 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.

Mission Statement:
The organization works to respect the child and protect their voice throughout the investigation of child abuse.

The Whole Person - The Whole Classic
2026-08-08 10:00 | Chicken N Pickle – Overland Park
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.
The Whole Classic

The organization connects people with disabilities to the right resources, supports their independence, and works for positive change in our community.

Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care - Craig “Satch” & Shirley Sanders Memorial .1K
2026-08-09 14:00 | Patrick’s Bar & No Grill, 8251 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64114, United States
Craig “Satch” & Shirley Sanders Memorial .1K
The 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!

Mission Statement:
The organization works to bring expert care, peace of mind, comfort, guidance, and hope to people who are affected by serious illness or grief.

KC Pet Project - Love Finds a Way Gala
2026-08-14 18:00 | Uptown Theater, 3700 Broadway, Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
Love Finds a Way Gala
The celebration will begin with a cocktail hour and silent auction, followed by a seated dinner, program, and live auction.

Mission Statement:
The organization is dedicated to creating a compassionate and safe community for pets and people through progressive, lifesaving programs and support services.

Opes Charitable Foundation - Green Tie Gala
2026-08-15 17:30 | Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown, 200 W 12th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64105, United States
GREEN TIE GALA
The 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.
Tables begin at $5,000

Mission Statement:
The 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.

Northeast Community Center's Night in Napa
2026-08-22 | Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, 4420 Warwick Boulevard, Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
Northeast Community Center’s Night in Napa
Join us for an evening of curated food, wine pairings, and live music to benefit Harmony Project KC.

Mission Statement:
The organization utilizes the universal language of music to develop young musicians and minds, partner with families, and build community in Kansas City.

Head for the Cure - 24th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Kansas City
2026-08-23 07:00 | Corporate Woods
24th Annual Head for the Cure 5K – Kansas City
Join 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.

Mission Statement:
The organization inspires hope for the community of brain cancer patients, their families, friends, caregivers, and other supporters, while celebrating their courage, spirit, and energy.

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium's Wine Walk
2026-08-28 | Kansas City Zoo, 6800 Zoo Dr, Kansas City, MO, 64132, United States
Wine lovers and animal lovers unite! Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium has the only event in town where you can enjoy a summer evening of both. Guests will stroll through the Zoo, sip on more than 40 types of wine, enjoy a variety of musicians, and have the opportunity to talk with our animal care specialists.

Mission Statement:
The organization connects all people to each other and the natural world to promote understanding, appreciation, and conservation.

Te Deum - Lumine
2026-08-28 18:00 | Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, 4420 Warwick Boulevard, Kansas City, MO, 64111, United States
Lumine
Lumine 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.

Mission Statement:
The 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.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City - Rise
2026-08-29 | The Crossroads
Rise
Rise 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.

Mission Statement:
The 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.

Hillcrest Transitional Housing - 50th Anniversary Celebration
2026-08-29 17:30 | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS, 66211, United States
50th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate Hillcrest Transitional Housing’s 50th anniversary at this evening of fun, glamour, and inspiration. Guests will enjoy cocktails, delicious fare, entertainment, prizes, and more.

Mission Statement:
The 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.

Blue Valley Educational Foundation's Blue Valley Educational Foundation Community Breakfast 2026
2026-09-03 07:00 | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS, 66211, United States
Blue Valley Educational Foundation; Blue Valley Educational Foundation Community Breakfast 2026
The Breakfast is the official kick off of the new school year and the largest fundraiser hosted by the Foundation. Proceeds from the event annually support more than $400,000 in classroom and educational grants awarded during the academic year. Guests will enjoy a State of the District update, student performances, the 2026 Hall of Fame induction, and the celebration of Blue Valley’s public schools.

Mission Statement:
The organization enriches educational excellence through the generosity of its community partners that support its outreach, financial development, and ongoing funding of extraordinary educational programs.

Kanbe's Markets' Plate & Pallet: 10 Years of Kanbe's Markets
2026-09-10 18:00 | Kanbe’s Markets
The evening will take place in the heart of Kanbe’s operations, where fresh food begins its journey into the community every morning. This special 10th anniversary celebration will feature a thoughtful dining experience filled with warm conversation, gracious hospitality, and the kind of atmosphere that turns strangers into a table of friends.

Mission Statement:
The organization helps to build a more inclusive food system by transforming food loss into food access. Its work serves the most vulnerable in the Kansas City metropolitan area while reducing unnecessary waste of nutritious foods discarded into landfills.

Symphony League of Kansas City - 2026 Symphony Ball
2026-09-12
2026 Symphony Ball
The 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.

Mission Statement:
The organization supports the Kansas City Symphony primarily through its annual major fundraising event, the Symphony Ball.
