KC Common Good

Veterans Community Project Commissary
2025-01-25 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-02-22 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Veterans Community Project Outreach Center, Troost Avenue 8825, Kansas City, Missouri, 64131, United States
This event is for veterans. It is the commissary day where veterans get groceries for free and there will be many xtras.
The commissary is the 4th Wednesday of each month*
7:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
(Veteran ID required)
Veterans may shop for food, clothing, and other items, free of charge. Lunch served from 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Citywide Youth Mentoring Day: IGNITE
2025-01-25 10:00 - 13:30 | Gem Theater, East 18th Street 1615, Kansas City, Missouri, 64108, United States
It’s National Mentoring Month! Join us for IGNITE, an inspiring and impactful day dedicated to the mentorship, safety, and success of our youth. This mentoring day brings together experienced mentors, community leaders, local millionaires, and professionals to support, educate, and inspire Kansas City are teens toward achieving bright futures. Our goal is to grow our community of mentors, raise awareness of youth programs, and provide teens with guidance on conflict resolution, safe coping strategies, and valuable life skills. Brought to you by Let’s WIN KC, City of KCMO and The 100 Black Men of Greater Kansas City.
Who Should Attend?
– Teens looking for inspiration, mentorship, and career guidance.
– Professionals interested in mentoring and making a positive impact on young lives.
– Community members, parents, and youth advocates interested in supporting and uplifting African American youth.
Get involved in Advance! Participate now and provide tips for one of our onsite resources, the Conflict Resolution Workbook, Review or Teen Coping Card and more. Contact Us at: team@letswinkc.com for more information or opportunities to participate.

Community Care Chaplains Subcommittee Meeting
2025-01-30 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-02-13 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-02-27 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-03-13 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-03-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Kansas City Public Library – Westport Branch, 118 Westport Road, Kansas City, 64111, United States
This subcommittee is working to help with call-ins and custom notifications to communicate community standards against violence, help engaging youth in employment and positive development programs, and help train community providers in conflict resolution and trauma-informed approaches.
Subcommittee’s Buckets of Concentration
1. Schedule and conduct training for Chaplains Jan-Mar 2025
2. Neighborhood canvass (emphasis on praying for the people and getting to know them better).
3. Hold Listening Sessions; Prayer Vigils and community walks
4. Support other subcommittees and partners

Community Police Relations Subcommittee - Virtual Meeting
2025-02-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Rockhurst University, Magis Activity Center, 5311 Tracy Ave, Kansas City, 64110, United States
Community Police Relations Virtual Meeting (KC 360)

Youth Empowerment Subcommittee Meeting
2025-02-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-02-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-03-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Linwood YMCA, 3800 Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO, 64128, United States
Location: Community Room of Linwood YMCA/James B. Nutter, Sr. Community Center, 3800 Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64128.
The Youth Empowerment Subcommittee (YES) is focused on increasing safety for our Kansas City youth by reducing gun violence through prevention; intervention; and college, career readiness.

Reentry Subcommittee Meeting
2025-02-21 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-03-21 09:30 - 11:30 | Second Chance Risk Reduction Center, 410 West 8th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64105, United States
The Subcommittee of KC360 focused on actionable efforts at reducing barriers in the community for our justice-impacted community members.

Leadership Unleashed: Enhance Team Success Through Self-Awareness
2025-02-24 10:00 - 11:30 | KC Common Good, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO, 64110, United States
Are you finding it challenging to collaborate with colleagues who think differently? Do silos and constant change make it hard for your team to connect and thrive?
In today’s fast-paced world, the most successful leaders are those who understand themselves and can adapt to any situation. At Lively Paradox, we believe that every individual has the potential to be a great leader when equipped with self-awareness and a smidge of empathy.
Join us for a transformative session where you become the hero of your leadership journey. Here’s what awaits you:

Discover Your Communication Style: Unveil how you prefer to communicate and learn strategies to connect effectively with a range of personalities.

Build Trust and Give Clear Instruction: Understand the type of information you rely on and how to convey it to inspire confidence in your team.

Enhance Decision-Making Skills: Adapt your approach to making decisions that resonate with your team and drive results.

Organize for Success: Learn your natural way of structuring the world around you and how to leverage it for better team dynamics.

As part of this session, you’ll receive the Leadership Development Guide, featuring the comprehensive MBTI® Step II (Form Q) assessment. This powerful tool will deepen your self-understanding and amplify your leadership effectiveness.
Break down barriers, foster genuine collaboration, and unleash your leadership potential. Lead with insight and inspire your team to new heights.

Embark on this journey to transform not just your leadership style, but the success of your entire team.

Logistics:

Virtual

Price: $99 (Valued at $10,000 per person annually)

Youth Ambassadors-Donation Drive for Unhoused Community
2025-03-01 09:30 - 14:00 | Youth Ambassadors, 3130 Troost Ave, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64109, United States
Our youth are taking the lead on a powerful project—creating wellness kits for Kansas City’s unhoused community. Every donation will go into a thoughtfully packed goodie bag, filled with essentials and care, to be distributed to those in need.
Drop Off Dates:
March 1st & March 8th | 9:30am – 2:00pm
Drop Off Location:
Youth Ambassadors Headquarters
3130 Troost Ave. Kansas City, MO

Toothbrushes
Deodorant
Wipes
Period products
Shampoo
Body Wash
Lotion
Socks
Shaving cream
Razors
Blankets
Water bottles
Canned food
Bandages
Snacks

HBCU Experience
2025-03-01 14:00 - 17:00 | Lincoln College Preparatory Academy, 2111 Woodland Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64108, United States
🚨 KC, It Is Time to Show Out! 🚨
We are bringing together HBCU culture, youth empowerment, and high-energy stepping performances for a one-of-a-kind event! This is for the kids. For the culture. For the community. 💛🖤
👀 If you love seeing young people shine, if you believe in the power of education and tradition, THIS IS YOUR CALL TO ACTION! Grab your tickets, tag a friend, and let’s pack the house for a day to remember!
🎟️ Secure your spot now: https://HBCUExperience.eventbrite.com

#HBCUPride #StepUpKC #SupportOurYouth

Youth Ambassadors-Donation Drive for Unhoused Community
2025-03-08 09:30 - 14:00 | Youth Ambassadors, 3130 Troost Ave, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64109, United States
Our youth are taking the lead on a powerful project—creating wellness kits for Kansas City’s unhoused community. Every donation will go into a thoughtfully packed goodie bag, filled with essentials and care, to be distributed to those in need.
Drop Off Dates:
March 1st & March 8th | 9:30am – 2:00pm
Drop Off Location:
Youth Ambassadors Headquarters
3130 Troost Ave. Kansas City, MO 64109

Toothbrushes
Deodorant
Wipes
Period products
Shampoo
Body Wash
Lotion
Socks
Shaving cream
Razors
Blankets
Water bottles
Canned food
Bandages
Snacks

Help us build a Youth Advisory Board
2025-03-13 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-03-27 09:00 - 10:00 | Rockhurst University, Magis Activity Center, 5311 Tracy Ave, Kansas City, 64110, United States
KC 360’s Youth Empowerment Subcommittee (YES) is creating a Youth Advisory Board comprised of young people with proximate experience to community violence.
To nominate a young person, please talk with them to learn of their interest and fill out this nomination form on their behalf.

Apply for Green Core Training Class
2025-03-13 09:30 - 14:30 | Lucile H. Bluford Branch KC Public Library, 3050 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, MO, 64128, United States
KC Can Compost’s Green Core Training (GCT) is an environmental literacy, workplace readiness, and green jobs training program which develops the local workforce, helps build community, and changes how people interact with their environment. The GCT serves people who are interested in working in the green economy.
Upcoming Class is March 17 – April 25,weekdays 9:30am-2:30pm
At the KC Public Library’s Bluford Branch
3050 Prospect Ave
Kansas City, MO 64128
Click here to register and for more information.

Join Dr. Nicole Price for a Special Book Signing Event!
2025-03-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Kansas City Museum, 3218 Gladstone Blvd, Kansas City, 64123, United States
Dr. Nicole Price invites you to an inspiring evening celebrating her book, Spark the Heart: Engineering Empathy in Your Organization. This is more than just a book signing—it’s an opportunity to connect, engage, and explore the power of empathy in leadership.
What to Expect:

A thought-provoking talk from Dr. Price

Book signing and personal meet-and-greet

Open Q&A session—ask anything!

Logistics:

Date: March 13, 2025
Location: Kansas City Museum, 3218 Gladstone Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64123
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
This event is open to everyone—leaders, professionals, and lifelong learners alike. Don’t miss this chance to gain insights, get your book signed, and be part of an unforgettable experience!

Black Family Wellness Expo
2025-03-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Morning Star Community Center, 2525 E. 27th Street, Kansas City, MO, 64127, United States
Jackson County (MO) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated presents: 3rd Annual Black Family Wellness Experience for the Entire Family!
Volunteers, health professionals, and organization representatives will be available to answer your questions.
There will be giveaways of healthy food & produce, gift cards for the first 100 participants, raffles, and more!

Jayhawk Justice League Spring Break Edition
2025-03-17 09:00 - 2025-03-20 16:00 | KU Edwards Campus
The KU Criminal Justice Program is excited to launch our Jayhawk Justice League Spring Break camp for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors! This 4-day camp provides an opportunity to engage in mock career activities with criminal justice professionals (law enforcement, advocates, restorative justice facilitators, community-violence interrupters, prosecutors, and more), identify how your passion and future career goals blend together, and join peers in a mock community meeting solving real problems. Camp runs 9-4 at the KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park, KS. This event is free, but you must have your own transportation and lunch. Registration, with a short application, is required! We hope to see you there! (See flyer for more information!)

KC United Public Safety Summit
2025-03-21 08:30 - 12:00 | Kauffman Foundation Conference Center, 4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, 64110, United States
Moving Forward Together, Phase 1: Taking Collective Action
Join us to hear updates from community leaders about their work toward achieving the goals set by KC United for Public Safety and learn about the plan’s next steps to make Kansas City a safer place and how you can be a part of it.
This event is free. Registration is required, register here.

Women Against Violence Discussion Panel
2025-03-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Kansas City Health Department, 2400 Troost Ave., Kansas City, Missouri, 64108
Join us for a discussion on the effects of multiple types of violence against women in Kansas City and the resources available to heal. Make sure to take part in our Meet & Greet Raffle after the discussion by connecting with community members. We will also be holding a small clothing drive in the parking lot after the event to donate to the Truelight Women’s Shelter.
Panelists include Ondria Thornton clinical director of the Newhouse Domestic Violence Shelter, Rosilyn Temple founder of KC Mothers in Charge, Melesa Johnson of the Jackson County Prosecutor Office, Alice Kitchen of the Gender Equity Taskforce, and Cydney Williams of the REACH Program.

Community Town Hall Series
2025-03-29 15:00 - 17:00 | New Reflections Technical Institute, 8625 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, 64131, United States
