15 For 15 Program

The Foundation's signature program supports 15 youth charitable initiatives across the Greater Kansas City area.

Focus Areas:

• Education and academics
• Science
• The arts
• Classroom supplies
• Athletics
• Children with disabilities
• After-school programs
• Social justice
• Youth development

Geographic Scope: Greater Kansas City area (Missouri and Kansas)

History: First awarded in 2020 with $250,000 distributed to 15 organizations. Past recipients have included:

• The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Kansas City
• Children's Mercy Kansas City
• City Year Kansas City
• Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center
• Lead To Read KC
• Literacy KC
• Make-A-Wish Missouri & Kansas
• Phoenix Family Restoration
• House KC Special Olympics Missouri
• The Hope Center
• Turn The Page KC
• Upper Room United
• Inner City Services
• Variety Children's Charity Of Greater Kansas City

Eligibility: Organizations must be youth-focused charitable initiatives in the Greater Kansas City area

Application Process

Applications are reviewed quarterly. The foundation notes that not all requests can be funded.

1. Submit grant application through the foundation website
2. Foundation representatives will follow up if additional information is required
3. Expect quarterly review of your submission

Note: Specific application materials and requirements are not detailed on the available website pages.