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Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation | Kauffman. org Kauffman’s Currents features stories and insights that underscore the essential role of education and entrepreneurship in empowering all people to shape their futures, create vibrant communities, and grow an inclusive economy.
Dr. Rachel Melson named Kauffman Uncommon Leader Impact awardee Meet the latest cohort of Capacity Building grantees Collaboration strengthens the KC region's research and data community Our strategic priorities reflect the heart of our mission: college access and completion, workforce and career development, and entrepreneurship.
Research, Learning, & Evaluation Through transparency, rigor, inclusivity, and responsiveness, we aim to ensure accountability, build trust, and acknowledge diverse perspectives. The Kauffman Foundation operates the following programs: 1 Million Cups, Kauffman FastTrac®, and Real World Learning. Our funding philosophy is shaped by research, community-informed feedback, and the legacy established by our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.
Our grantmaking is aligned to our strategic priorities and focus areas, driving toward our goal of equitable economic mobility for Kansas Citians. In sponsorships, we support organizations and programs that align with our strategic priorities, which reflect the heart of our mission. The Kauffman Uncommon Leader Awards recognize leaders who are making a lasting impact within their nonprofit organizations and the communities they serve.
Everything we do is grounded in the generosity and love for Kansas City that Mr. Kauffman infused into the heart of our mission. Our team is made up of connectors and supporters who believe all people should have the opportunity to thrive. Ewing Kauffman’s life took him on an unconventional path that allowed him to enrich the lives of others along the way.
Learn about Mr. K's legacy Explore open opportunities below. Through Request for Proposals (RFPs) or Request for Applications (RFAs), the Kauffman Foundation invites individuals, vendors, or service providers to submit proposals for completing a specific project or delivering a particular service. Each opportunity outlines the project’s goals, scope, timeline, budget expectations, and evaluation criteria.
Ewing Marion Kauffman School Evaluation RFP Application opens: January 27, 2026 Deadline to apply: February 20, 2026 We are seeking proposals to conduct a mixed-methods evaluation of the Ewing Marion Kauffman School (“EMKS” or “the School”). The selected evaluator will provide timely and actionable insights that inform the School’s strategic planning process and current programming, as well as inform the Foundation.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Qualified organizations or individuals with experience in school evaluation and educational research. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Funding amounts vary based on project scope and sponsor guidance. Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is February 20, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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Research Grants (Equitable Economic Mobility) is sponsored by Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. The Kauffman Foundation solicits research projects advancing the understanding of how to expand equitable economic mobility and increase opportunity. This includes systems-level research approaches incorporating place, centering community, and engaging with systemic and structural impediments to more equitable mobility. While not exclusively focused on complexity science, a systems thinking approach is explicitly sought.
Kauffman Foundation Sponsorships is a program from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation that provides financial support to organizations hosting events and programs aligned with the Foundation's strategic priorities in entrepreneurship, college access and completion, and workforce development. Sponsorships typically range from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on event size and associated benefits. Preference is given to programs and events in the Kansas City region with substantial mission alignment. Eligible applicants must be nonprofits that are not current Foundation grantees; exceptions may be considered for special milestone events. Only one request per organization per calendar year is accepted, and requests must be submitted at least 90 days prior to the event date.
Transformative Technology Grants is a grant from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation that funds small businesses piloting transformative technologies, including artificial intelligence, to drive innovation and economic opportunity. The Kauffman Foundation's grantmaking aligns with its strategic priorities of college access and completion, workforce and career development, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on equitable economic mobility. Eligible applicants include US-based early-stage businesses, particularly those creating impact in their communities. Grant amounts range from $5,000 to $40,000. Prospective applicants should visit Kauffman.org for current program details and application timelines.