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Operation Breakthrough – Big Dreams Bright Futures

Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown 200 W 12th Street, Kansas City, MO, United States

Come in your summer casual attire and enjoy cocktails, a large silent auction, a delicious dinner, entertainment from the Operation Breakthrough Choir, and a great live auction. Big Dreams - Bright Futures To provide a safe, loving and educational environment for children in poverty and to empower their families through advocacy, emergency aid and education.

$250

Breakthrough T1D Kansas & Missouri – Breakthrough T1D Community Summit

KU Edwards Campus 12600 S Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS, United States

The Breakthrough T1D Community Summit is an educational and networking opportunity for all those impacted by type 1 diabetes (T1D). Learn from T1D experts, hear about the latest breakthroughs in T1D research, meet vendor exhibitors, connect with others impacted by T1D, and more. Breakthrough T1D Community Summit Improving lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life-changing […]

The Jewel Ball

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO, United States

A debutante presentation of longstanding civic and cultural significance. A benefit for two of Kansas City’s greatest assets. The Jewel Ball

Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired – Tacos and Trivia

Spice up your summer at the inaugural Tacos and Trivia event, which blends brainpower and flavor! Enjoy delicious tacos, libations, and trivia with your team while you support CCVI families. Tacos and Trivia To prepare children with visual impairments, including those with multiple disabilities, to reach their highest potential in the sighted world.

$75

The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park – Stems: A Garden Soirée

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens 8909 W 179th St, Bucyrus, KS, United States

Stems: A Garden Soirée is the summer’s top garden party and the premier networking event in Johnson County! Guests enjoy wine, food, live music, and fireworks in a stunning outdoor setting. Stems: A Garden Soirée To provide and promote art, recreation, nature, education, and culture that build community and enhance quality of life.

Jackson County CASA – Carnival for CASA at Faulkner’s Ranch

Faulkner’s Ranch

Carnival for CASA will feature an afternoon of western fun for kids at the Ranch! Feed the goats and llamas, ride the ponies, drive pedal karts, zip line, fire the corn cannon, build LEGOs, enjoy face painting, get your photo taken with KC Wolf and Chiefs Cheerleaders, and take home a party favor. Carnival for […]

The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra – Glamour of Old Hollywood Jazz Gala

Folly Theater 300 W 12th Street, Kansas City , MO, United States

The Folly Theater will be transported to the Golden Age of Hollywood, and guests will enjoy a performance featuring vocalist and Kansas City native, Brenna Whitaker. Come dressed for the red carpet and enjoy live interviews, a live auction, a concert performance, dinner, and drinks. Glamour of Old Hollywood Jazz Gala  Dedicated to promoting the […]

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City – Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake

Park Lanes - Shawnee, KS 7701 Renner Rd , Shawnee, KS, United States

Participants form teams of six, fundraise online, and then celebrate with a bowling party to be held on a date of the team’s choice between July 9th and the 25th. Enjoy free bowling, beer, pizza, prizes, and more. Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake To clear the path to a child’s biggest possible future by matching […]

Band of Angels – Art That Blows

The Abbott 1901 Cherry St, Kansas City, MO, United States

Come bid on one-of-a-kind art pieces made from unplayable instruments to help raise funds for summer music camp scholarships. Join us for an unforgettable night of art, music, and philanthropy and make a difference in the lives of young musicians. Art That Blows Band of Angels connects students with music thanks to the generosity of […]

Hope House – believe-illuminating hope

Loews Kansas City Hotel

Join us for an evening of compassion and support to empower and uplift survivors of domestic violence. believe-illuminating hope 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 […]

$250