Events

An evening of love and courage in honor of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Stalking is a prevalent, traumatic, dangerous, and often misunderstood crime. We invite you to join us for a free, full-day training focused on understanding the complex dynamics of stalking and learning effective strategies to support victims. This training is presented by the Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC) in partnership with Hope House, Rose Brooks, Synergy Services, Independence Police […]

REGISTER HERE Young people who encounter the juvenile justice system are often navigating multiple systems at once during critical moments in their development: education, behavioral health, family support, and community services. When these systems are aligned, youth are more likely to experience stability, accountability, and opportunity. When they are not, gaps in understanding can unintentionally […]

It’s back! IGNITE 2, the annual mentoring summit designed to help secure mentors while empowering students. IGNITE Mentoring Summit 2 Date: 1.31.26 Time: 9:00am-12:30pm Location: Linwood YMCA, 3800 Linwood Blvd, KCMO Audience: KC Area Teens | Mentors | Parents | Community Volunteers Teens—Choose the Bus Field Trip Adults—Choose Mentoring Opportunities Session 1) KC Area Teens […]

Youth from Hickman, Grandview, Lincoln Prep, Center High Schools and Center Academy For Success can showcase an original poem and/or and art piece into a live competition with a cash prize given in each category.  Scan the QR Code for students to register. Follow the eventbrite link to attend and support KC youth! The $10 […]

Monday, February 23rd | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m., Ruskin High School – 7000 E 111th St Kansas City, MO 64134 Review the Submitted Budget HERE Provide online feedback HERE Kansas City’s proposed $2.5 billion budget places the Violence Prevention Fund at risk of cuts, despite it representing less than 2% of the public safety budget and […]

Echoes of the City KC invites you to an unforgettable evening of honor, impact, and elevation at the 2026 Roots & Rise Honoree & Fundraiser Gala. This is not a traditional awards dinner. This is a night designed to be experienced. Guests will enjoy a curated dinner experience alongside an immersive cultural program where history, […]

Monday, March 2nd | 6:00 – 8:30 p.m., Guadalupe Community Center – 1015 Avenida Cesar E Chavez Kansas City, MO 64108 Review the Submitted Budget HERE Provide online feedback HERE Kansas City’s proposed $2.5 billion budget places the Violence Prevention Fund at risk of cuts, despite it representing less than 2% of the public safety budget […]

Trained community members are needed and essential for CABs, which bring together everyone affected by harm to share their perspectives and collaborate on solutions that address everyone’s needs. This hands-on training will give you the skills and confidence to be a volunteer for upcoming CABs. Open to any community member (age 15+) interested in Restorative […]

Saturday, March 7th | 9:00 a.m. – Noon, Winnetonka High School – 5815 NE 48th St Kansas City, MO 64119 Review the Submitted Budget HERE Provide online feedback HERE Kansas City’s proposed $2.5 billion budget places the Violence Prevention Fund at risk of cuts, despite it representing less than 2% of the public safety budget and delivering measurable […]