KC Common Good

Grandparents for Gun Safety: Making Change Happen
2024-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Rockhurst Arrupe Auditorum, Forest Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri, 64110, United States
National Speaker: Fred Guttenberg- father of Jamie, his daughter who was killed in Parkland Shooting. Jason Kander and Kyle Hollins will also discuss how they are making changes in KC.

Guns to Gardens Drop Off
2024-10-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Missouri
Bring your UNLOADED guns to Central Presbyterian Church, 3501 Campbell St, this SATURDAY 10-2pm. If you or someone you know, have unwanted, or inherited unwanted guns, you can anonymously turn them in, no questions asked. No media, no serial number check. They will be made into garden tools.

Guns to Gardens
2024-10-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Central Presbyterian Church, 3501 Campbell St, Kansas City, 64109, United States
Guns to Gardens is a national movement based on Isaiah 2:4, “…Beat their swords into plowshares and spears into pruning hooks,” which gives an opportunity for people to dispose of unwanted guns in a safe and anonymous way.

Central will be hosting a Guns to Gardens Safe Surrender event on Saturday, October 12 from 10am-2pm with assistance from community organizations. During this event, people can anonymously surrender their unwanted guns, which gets rid of unwanted firearms without putting them back onto the street. This is not a buy back. After surrendering, guns will be dismantled on-site, melted down, and fashioned into garden tools (or jewelry, artwork, etc.). A gift card for a grocery store will be offered as a token of appreciation for each surrendered firearm.

Mats & Movies
2024-10-11 18:30 - 20:30 | AIMwell Yoga, Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO, 64110, United States
Each quarter AIMwell will host a Movie and Mats: Family Night. Gather with family and friends for a special night at AIMwell Yoga! Mats & Movies: Family Night is your chance to connect beyond movement in a relaxed, fun environment. We’ll set up our projector in the studio space and play a family-friendly flick for everyone to enjoy. It is a perfect chance to relax, unwind, and share a fun, memorable experience with your loved ones.
Grab a mat, enjoy some snacks, and settle in for a night of entertainment and connection!

Youth Ambassadors' Neighborhood Canvassing
2024-10-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Youth Ambassadors, 3130 Troost Ave, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64109, United States
We’re thrilled to be moving into our new building and would love for local organizations to join us in canvassing the neighborhood! Help us meet and connect with our new neighbors as we settle into the community.

Marlborough Neighborhood Canvassing
2024-10-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-23 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-19 12:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-26 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Marlborough Community Coalition Catalyst Center, 1809 E 80TH, Kansas City, 64132, United States
The Marlborough Community Coalition organizes 2 hours of canvassing, three times a month in different parts of the Marlborough Community. The Marlborough Community Coalition serves nearly 10,000 people living between Gregory and 89th Terr and Troost to the Blue River (just east of 71 Hwy. The goals of canvassing are to 1) let people know about the Coalition and how they can be involved 2) Ask questions and listen to neighbors’ concerns, especially related to crime and violence 3) Share information about resources they might benefit from. If canvassers are not able to speak to someone at every home, a bag with Coalition and other resource information is left behind. The canvasses are led by neighbors, with occasional representatives from local churches, resource agencies, local government, and law enforcement joining in. Representatives from churches, resource agencies, law enforcement, local government, and other neighborhoods are invited to participate! Canvassing for 2024 will conclude at the end of October. The flyer shows the dates and times through early October. Please rsvp to info@wearemarlborough.org to learn the meet-up location for the canvass date you will participate. Call 816.866.6279 with questions.

Become a training community interviewer
2024-10-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-13 08:00 - 17:00 | University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5000 Holmes St, Kansas City, 64110, United States
UMKC’s KC Justice Initiative is doing a community survey, October 5-13 and needs help! KC residents can become trained interviewers at $20/hr. One-hour interviews will be conducted by community residents and include topics such as social cohesion, crime, economic resources, and community engagement.
Click here to become a community interviewer!
For questions, please contact Dr. Maja at: kcjusticeinitiative@gmail.com

All-American GiveAway
2024-09-28 12:00 - 18:00 | The Justice and Dignity Center, 3114 Paseo, Kansas City, 64109, United States
TrEl’Shawn Smith Professional female athlete, giving back to the community. Shoes, clothes, furniture, free food, free resources.

Joint Townhall Breakfast Saturday, September 28th 9:30 -11:30 a.m.
2024-09-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Missouri
Co Hosted by Jackson County Legislator DaRon McGee 4th District and City Councilman Darrell Curls, 5th District At Large.
Speakers & Topics of Focus: Scott Lakin, Director of Collections, Senior Property Tax Program, Forest Decker, Director of KCMO Neighborhood Services: New Programs and Codes Enforcement. Kenneth Morgan Director of KC Water, Employee Development, Productivity, and Service innovations. Join us for a complimentary breakfast at the Pipefitters Local 533, 8600 Hillcrest RD, Kansas City, MO 64138

Expungement Clinic & Voter Registration
2024-09-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Morning Star Community Center, 2525 E. 27th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64127, United States
Who Should Attend:
Anyone who wants to restore their voting right to vote after a past felony conviction
Anyone who is not registered to vote in the STATE OF MISSOURI
Anyone who has changed addresses since the last time they voted
Thursday, September 26th, 5-7pm at Morning Star Community Center (corner of 27th and Prospect)

This event is also hosted by Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney

KCVA Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Summit
2024-09-26 08:00 - 16:00 | JCCC Regnier Center, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS, 66210, United States
The KCVA Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Summit is a one-day event dedicated to supporting Veterans. Come together with mental health or health care professionals and community members committed to serving Veterans to discuss the challenges faced by Veterans and explore strategies for suicide prevention and wellness.
At this in-person or virtual event, you’ll have the opportunity to attend informative presentations, engage in open discussions, and connect with resources that can make a real difference in the lives of Veterans and their families. With a focus on mental health and suicide prevention, this summit aims to foster a supportive community and raise awareness about the importance of mental well-being.
Don’t miss out on this important event! Join us at the KCVA Veteran Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Summit and help make a positive impact on the lives of Veterans.
To hear inspiring stories from Veterans about treatments that work and explore mental health resources for Veterans please go to www.MakeTheConnection.net
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis/concern, please call 9-8-8 and Press 1 if you are a Veteran.
Register HERE

Re-entry Simulation
2024-09-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Morning Star Community Center, 2525 E. 27th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64127, United States
The Urban Summit and Second Chance is hosting a free re-entry simulation to educate the community about the justice process for individuals returning from incarceration.
Wednesday, September 25th, 10am-2pm
Morning Star Community Center
2525 E 27th Street
Kansas City, MO 64127
Register here.

Reentry Subcommittee
2024-09-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Second Chance Risk Reduction Center, 410 West 8th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64105, United States
Subcommittee of KC360 focused on actionable efforts at reducing barriers in the community for our justice impacted community members. Actively working on planning an education event for bistate employers to implement comprehensive fair hiring practices and become compliant with the Ban the Box ordinance passed by KCMO City Council in 2018.

Accessing Untapped Talent: An Employer Forum
2024-09-19 08:30 - 15:00 | Regional Police Academy, 6855 NE Pleasant Valley Rd, Kansas City, 64157, United States
Accessing Untapped Talent: An Employer Forum
Thursday, September 19, 2024
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Regional Police Academy
6855 N.E. Pleasant Valley Rd, KCMO
Register HERE

Wear Orange Rally
2024-09-16 09:30 - 11:00 | Clay County Courthouse, 11 S Water St, Liberty, 64068, United States
We’re filling the courtyard at the Clay County Courthouse this Monday. Let’s come together to show our support for Dakota Rogers family and all victims of gun violence. Your presence sends a powerful message. The sentencing of the assailant takes place at 10am.
https://www.facebook.com/share/eXBcgjc595YEjGBc/

2nd Annual Pat Clarke All-Stars vs. the Heroes
2024-09-14 19:00 - 21:30 | Pat Clarke Basketball Court in Oak Park, 4401 S Benton Ave, Kansas City, 64130, United States
Celebrity Basketball game played the Community against the Police Department a family fun-filled game with bragging rights.

At the PatClarke Outdoor Arena 44th & South Benton

Saturday, September 14th, 7-10pm

Marlborough Fall Festival + Health & Wellness Fair
2024-09-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Center Elementary School, 8401 Euclid Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64132, United States
The Marlborough Fall Festival + Health & Wellness Fair is September 14, 2024! It is an all-ages celebration of the vibrancy and positive changes growing in the Marlborough Community with an additional focus this year on providing health and wellness resources to all who attend. Festival activities include maker, small business, and community group vendors; food trucks; a DJ; entertainment (drill teams, yoga with goats, face painting, etc); bounce houses; pumpkin painting; raffles; and yard games. The Festival and Fair are presented by the Marlborough Community Coalition. The Coalition invites residents of other Kansas City neighborhoods and metro area residents to experience the pulse of a community on the rise.

Engineering Empathy Workshop
2024-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave, Kansas City, 64110, United States
KC 360 is invited to a 2-hour Engineering Empathy workshop led by Dr. Nicole Price! Please RSVP below
This workshop is for people who want to harness their power and emotion, strategically deciding and planning for actionable next steps rather than screaming into the atmosphere. This process is built on the concept of tactical empathy, working with people who fall on a spectrum of disempowerment and emotion.
Friday, September 13, 10am-noon, at The Anita B. Gorman Conservation Discovery Center (in the Lewis & Clark room):
4750 Troost Ave
Kansas City, MO 64110
Please RSVP below

Ivanhoe Farmers Market
2024-09-08 09:00 - 13:00 | Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council, 3700 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64109, United States
Every 2nd Saturday of the month from 9am-1pm, the public can visit the Ivanhoe Farmer’s Market on 3700 Woodland Avenue to purchase fresh produce and other goods from over 25 local farmers and vendors. There is fun for the whole family inducing a kids tent, live music and food trucks.

All-American Training Camp
2024-08-31 12:30 - 14:30 | Southeast Community Center, 4201 E 63rd Street, Kansas City, MO, 64132, United States
TrEl’Shawn Smith a professional women’s basketball player in Kansas City. Putting on a free basketball camp for youth in kindergarten through eighth grade on August 31st.
Text 816-656-8044 to register by August 20th.

Community Walk
2024-08-29 17:00 - 18:00 | Pat Clarke Basketball Court in Oak Park, 4401 S Benton Ave, Kansas City, 64130, United States
Join us on a Community Prayer Walk in the Oak Park Neighborhood on Thursday, August 29, meeting up 5pm at the Pat Clarke Basketball Court in Oak Park (E 44th St & S Benton Ave), as we speak to and learn from community members about available resources and solutions we can do together to reduce violence.
For more information, please contact Steve Miller: 816-382-7566

Great Jobs KC Informational Session
2024-08-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event, Online, Kansas City, MO, United States
Virtual Information Sessions every Wednesday 12:00 – 1:00pm.

Join on your computer, mobile app or device
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