Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey – The Race, Place, & Diversity Awards
Benefiting Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey, the Race, Place, & Diversity Awards event was held on January 10th honoring individuals and/or organizations whose actions demonstrate a commitment to advance diversity and equity. The 40th year commemorated the founding board members, as well as the first 10 years of board members. Congratulations to KCFAA and the magnificent artistic work they’ve done in our city!
Featured in the February 8, 2025 issue of The Independent
Photo credit: Tyler Pedee
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