The UMKC Women's Council is an organization who actively supports the education of women graduate students by providing financial assistance and expanded opportunities to enhance and enable their educational experience and careers through graduate student funds (GAF). We are inviting alumni and friends of the UMKC to give towards the graduate student support. This giving can be one-time giving or set up as a monthly gift. We can potentially accomplish much together!! Like me, several women graduate students benefited from it and achieve their professional goals and accomplished their research projects. This is a great way to give back to your community and supporting towards student success. Join us and be part of surpassing this goal in celebration of raising scholarship funds through today’s giving day and the monthly giving for UMKC's Women's Council! https://www.umkcwc.org/

Don Quixote in the Modern World restorationOn the second-floor lobby of UMKC’s Haag Hall resides one of the world’s great art treasures. In 1940-1941, Spanish artist and political refugee Luis Quintanilla came to the University of Kansas City as an artist in residence. He left behind a series of murals in his unique style that depicted a retelling of Don Quixote in the “modern world” of 1940s America. They convey a powerful message about America’s quixotic attitude towards the war and the dangers of fascism that was ravaging Europe. Quintanilla used the university’s own students, faculty, and staff as the models for his work. These murals represent the largest surviving work of Quintanilla, whose many public murals were destroyed during the Second World War. They are a priceless treasure. It has been nearly 30 years since conservation work was last performed on the murals. In that time, colors have faded, spots have worn thin, and chips have fallen from the plaster. We are asking for the funds to help preserve this treasure for future generations. Moreover, we seek funds to help the university provide education and interpretation for the murals through signage.Restoration and Preservation: $2000Interpretive Signage: $500

On July 1, 2022 Social Work and Psychology combined with Education to form a new unit at UMKC called the School of Education, Social Work and Psychological Sciences (SESWPS). In celebration of this, we want to collectively raise $5000 for Psychology and Social Work toward student scholarships. We are inviting alumni and friends of these departments to start giving monthly gifts. If someone were to commit to giving $10 per month, the yearly amount would count toward the goal (in this case $120). $25 per month would equal $300 yearly, and so on. We can potentially accomplish much together, as 20 people committing to $10 per month would provide 2 yearly scholarships of $1200 each. Join us and be part of surpassing this goal in celebration of raising scholarship funds through monthly giving for UMKC's Social Work and Psychology departments! You will be able to confirm which department your gift will support after clicking the “Make a Donation” tab.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour period starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

In 2022, UMKC launched its fourth year of the First Gen Roo Scholars (FGR) program. FGR aims to support incoming first-generation college students (FGCS) to decrease gaps in retention and GPA, while also bolstering this population’s sense of community and integration on campus. As students whose parents or guardians did not receive a bachelor's degree in the United States, our scholars represent a diverse range of academic majors, financial need, and intersecting identities. Considering the specific experiences, skills, and values first-generation college students bring to the university makes education more equitable and possible for all students and empowers them to further contribute to UMKC. Our fall 2021 cohort achieved an average GPA of 3.25 and a 100% retention rate into spring semester, which far exceeded their non-FGR peers. Receiving an award through UMKC’s Giving Day would allow us to support additional scholars ($1,000 per student) in our 2023-2024 cohort. These scholars are then more likely to invest in the mentorship of future first-generation college students – on average, half (50%) of our peer mentors were FGR participants themselves. Donations to First Gen Roo Scholars ultimately supports retention, diversity, and community on UMKC’s campus.

I hope you'll join me in support of UMKC Giving Day. We are helping raise funds for exciting projects all over campus. We can't do it without you!

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour peroid starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

Culture Fest is an annual event organized by the international student ambassadors at UMKC. The event brings together students, staff, faculty, and the Kansas City community to celebrate multiculturalism and embrace diversity on campus. The motive is to make UMKC a home and inclusive place for everyone, aligned with the fourth pillar of our strategic plan. Culture Fest 2023 is scheduled to happen on April 22, and we are excited to invite you to the event. Your participation is invaluable, and it means a lot to us! The program includes free continental cuisine and student participation in themed segments, including cultural exchange booths, cuisine contests, fashion shows, and talent night. We request your support to keep the event open and free for all. All donations will be directly utilized towards event expenses and support to participating students. All sponsors receive a special invitation to the Culture Fest, an appreciation certificate for their contributions, and participation in a raffle draw to win exciting prizes.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

Culture Fest is an annual event organized by the international student ambassadors at UMKC. The event brings together students, staff, faculty, and the Kansas City community to celebrate multiculturalism and embrace diversity on campus. The motive is to make UMKC a home and inclusive place for everyone, aligned with the fourth pillar of our strategic plan. Culture Fest 2023 is scheduled to happen on April 22, and we are excited to invite you to the event. Your participation is invaluable, and it means a lot to us! The program includes free continental cuisine and student participation in themed segments, including cultural exchange booths, cuisine contests, fashion shows, and talent night. We request your support to keep the event open and free for all. All donations will be directly utilized towards event expenses and support to participating students. All sponsors receive a special invitation to the Culture Fest, an appreciation certificate for their contributions, and participation in a raffle draw to win exciting prizes.

Hi Friends, Please take a minute to watch this amazing video to see why we are raising money to help our dance department purchase costumes. Thank you for your generosity! Tamara "Dance tells a story and costumes do the same. Costumes to dance and perform in are very important to portray what we do. Costumes not only make you feel like somebody else, but it makes you move in a different way. Part of our BFA degree is in Choreography and Performance, and for both of those you need costumes. Costumes give dancers and choreographers that finishing touch of professionalism. And here at UMKC that is what we are trying to grasp, to be a professional dancer. As dance majors, we are honored to work with so many choreographers and costumes can tie a piece together, and is the forefront of how the piece is presented on stage. It brings moving art to life! Costumes can range anywhere between $75-$200 a person and to perform ballets with gorgeous tutus, those can range anywhere between $200-$500 a person. This UMKC Giving Day, please consider giving to the UMKC Conservatory Dance Department Costume Fund so we can continue bringing excellence to the stage in how we move and how we look." @umkcdance

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

In 2022, UMKC launched its fourth year of the First Gen Roo Scholars (FGR) program. FGR aims to support incoming first-generation college students (FGCS) to decrease gaps in retention and GPA, while also bolstering this population’s sense of community and integration on campus. As students whose parents or guardians did not receive a bachelor's degree in the United States, our scholars represent a diverse range of academic majors, financial need, and intersecting identities. Considering the specific experiences, skills, and values first-generation college students bring to the university makes education more equitable and possible for all students and empowers them to further contribute to UMKC. Our fall 2021 cohort achieved an average GPA of 3.25 and a 100% retention rate into spring semester, which far exceeded their non-FGR peers. Receiving an award through UMKC’s Giving Day would allow us to support additional scholars ($1,000 per student) in our 2023-2024 cohort. These scholars are then more likely to invest in the mentorship of future first-generation college students – on average, half (50%) of our peer mentors were FGR participants themselves. Donations to First Gen Roo Scholars ultimately supports retention, diversity, and community on UMKC’s campus.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

We need your help to raise money for the School of Medicine's Student Emergency Fund. Your donations will support our students in times of need, whether an urgent need arises or an ongoing need requires financial assistance.

Changing the world starts here. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

We are so happy to announce that Professor Emeritus Kathy Krause will provide a dollar for dollar match up to $1,000 for contributions to our Summer Study Abroad program in Lyon, France. Please help us take advantage of this generous matching gift today, and double YOUR impact! Every summer, UMKC students have the chance to study abroad in France, Spain or Argentina through the Foreign Languages & Literatures department. For Summer 2023 the French Study Abroad program will visit Lyon, France where students will spend six weeks attending classes, visiting historical sites, and immersing in French culture by living with local families. As one of our alumni put it, “My experience as a student in the UMKC French program and studying abroad in France changed my life. As a first-generation college student, I felt that the French professors were INVESTED in helping students learn and grow. In particular, studying abroad in Lyon was a transformative experience. The French program made me a better writer and speaker, skills I use every day in my career.” Developing self-reliance and adaptability, improving cultural awareness and communicative competence are all transferable skills valuable in both a student’s personal and professional life. Unfortunately, at $5,000 this experience is cost prohibitive for many students. To support our students, many of them first generation, the Foreign Languages & Literatures department created a French Study Abroad Scholarship Fund. Join friends and alumni in making the opportunity to study abroad accessible for current and future UMKC students. Please help make it possible for more Roos to embark on this powerful voyage to Lyon!

Don Quixote in the Modern World restorationOn the second-floor lobby of UMKC’s Haag Hall resides one of the world’s great art treasures. In 1940-1941, Spanish artist and political refugee Luis Quintanilla came to the University of Kansas City as an artist in residence. He left behind a series of murals in his unique style that depicted a retelling of Don Quixote in the “modern world” of 1940s America. They convey a powerful message about America’s quixotic attitude towards the war and the dangers of fascism that was ravaging Europe. Quintanilla used the university’s own students, faculty, and staff as the models for his work. These murals represent the largest surviving work of Quintanilla, whose many public murals were destroyed during the Second World War. They are a priceless treasure. It has been nearly 30 years since conservation work was last performed on the murals. In that time, colors have faded, spots have worn thin, and chips have fallen from the plaster. We are asking for the funds to help preserve this treasure for future generations. Moreover, we seek funds to help the university provide education and interpretation for the murals through signage.Restoration and Preservation: $2000Interpretive Signage: $500

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

The School of Nursing and Health Studies (SoNHS) has a need for student scholarships, specifically for our RN-BSN and BHS programs. 83% of Nursing and Health Studies students rely on financial aid. 40% of undergrads receive UMKC grants or scholarships. Without that support, they could not continue their education. With your support, we can make a difference in these students' lives. We can help cover some of the extensive costs they accrue and can lighten the financial burden.

In 2022, UMKC launched its fourth year of the First Gen Roo Scholars (FGR) program. FGR aims to support incoming first-generation college students (FGCS) to decrease gaps in retention and GPA, while also bolstering this population’s sense of community and integration on campus. As students whose parents or guardians did not receive a bachelor's degree in the United States, our scholars represent a diverse range of academic majors, financial need, and intersecting identities. Considering the specific experiences, skills, and values first-generation college students bring to the university makes education more equitable and possible for all students and empowers them to further contribute to UMKC. Our fall 2021 cohort achieved an average GPA of 3.25 and a 100% retention rate into spring semester, which far exceeded their non-FGR peers. Receiving an award through UMKC’s Giving Day would allow us to support additional scholars ($1,000 per student) in our 2023-2024 cohort. These scholars are then more likely to invest in the mentorship of future first-generation college students – on average, half (50%) of our peer mentors were FGR participants themselves. Donations to First Gen Roo Scholars ultimately supports retention, diversity, and community on UMKC’s campus.

In 2022, UMKC launched its fourth year of the First Gen Roo Scholars (FGR) program. FGR aims to support incoming first-generation college students (FGCS) to decrease gaps in retention and GPA, while also bolstering this population’s sense of community and integration on campus. As students whose parents or guardians did not receive a bachelor's degree in the United States, our scholars represent a diverse range of academic majors, financial need, and intersecting identities. Considering the specific experiences, skills, and values first-generation college students bring to the university makes education more equitable and possible for all students and empowers them to further contribute to UMKC. Our fall 2021 cohort achieved an average GPA of 3.25 and a 100% retention rate into spring semester, which far exceeded their non-FGR peers. Receiving an award through UMKC’s Giving Day would allow us to support additional scholars ($1,000 per student) in our 2023-2024 cohort. These scholars are then more likely to invest in the mentorship of future first-generation college students – on average, half (50%) of our peer mentors were FGR participants themselves. Donations to First Gen Roo Scholars ultimately supports retention, diversity, and community on UMKC’s campus.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour fundraising period starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC to help French students have the world-opening experience of studying in France with the UMKC Summer Study Abroad Program! For over 25 years the French faculty at UMKC have been accompanying students to Lyon where they live with a family and take classes at the Center International d'Etudes Françaises at Université Lyon 2. Mark Halastik, a French alum, established this fund to make it more possible for students to take part in the life-changing program that he experienced as a UMKC student. And another generous donor has pledged to match any donation you make! So this is the perfect day to help a student see the world! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

In 2022, UMKC launched its fourth year of the First Gen Roo Scholars (FGR) program. FGR aims to support incoming first-generation college students (FGCS) to decrease gaps in retention and GPA, while also bolstering this population’s sense of community and integration on campus. As students whose parents or guardians did not receive a bachelor's degree in the United States, our scholars represent a diverse range of academic majors, financial need, and intersecting identities. Considering the specific experiences, skills, and values first-generation college students bring to the university makes education more equitable and possible for all students and empowers them to further contribute to UMKC. Our fall 2021 cohort achieved an average GPA of 3.25 and a 100% retention rate into spring semester, which far exceeded their non-FGR peers. Receiving an award through UMKC’s Giving Day would allow us to support additional scholars ($1,000 per student) in our 2023-2024 cohort. These scholars are then more likely to invest in the mentorship of future first-generation college students – on average, half (50%) of our peer mentors were FGR participants themselves. Donations to First Gen Roo Scholars ultimately supports retention, diversity, and community on UMKC’s campus.

In 2022, UMKC launched its fourth year of the First Gen Roo Scholars (FGR) program. FGR aims to support incoming first-generation college students (FGCS) to decrease gaps in retention and GPA, while also bolstering this population’s sense of community and integration on campus. As students whose parents or guardians did not receive a bachelor's degree in the United States, our scholars represent a diverse range of academic majors, financial need, and intersecting identities. Considering the specific experiences, skills, and values first-generation college students bring to the university makes education more equitable and possible for all students and empowers them to further contribute to UMKC. Our fall 2021 cohort achieved an average GPA of 3.25 and a 100% retention rate into spring semester, which far exceeded their non-FGR peers. Receiving an award through UMKC’s Giving Day would allow us to support additional scholars ($1,000 per student) in our 2023-2024 cohort. These scholars are then more likely to invest in the mentorship of future first-generation college students – on average, half (50%) of our peer mentors were FGR participants themselves. Donations to First Gen Roo Scholars ultimately supports retention, diversity, and community on UMKC’s campus.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

Changing the world starts here. UMKC Giving Day is a 24-hour day starting Wednesday, March 1st at Noon. Join us in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! Whose world will you change? Fundraising Prizes All first time donors of $5 or more will receive a Giving Day tote bag. Donors at $150 or higher will receive an adorable plush Roo. All registered volunteer fundraisers who secure at least one donation of $5 or more by March 1st at midnight will be entered into a drawing for a fantastic UMKC/Kansas City Spirit Gift Basket. The fundraiser who secures the most donations of $5 or more by March 2nd at noon will receive a personal desk-top speaker with the Giving Day logo to show off to all your fans.

Culture Fest is an annual event organized by the international student ambassadors at UMKC. The event brings together students, staff, faculty, and the Kansas City community to celebrate multiculturalism and embrace diversity on campus. The motive is to make UMKC a home and inclusive place for everyone, aligned with the fourth pillar of our strategic plan. Culture Fest 2023 is scheduled to happen on April 22, and we are excited to invite you to the event. Your participation is invaluable, and it means a lot to us! The program includes free continental cuisine and student participation in themed segments, including cultural exchange booths, cuisine contests, fashion shows, and talent night. We request your support to keep the event open and free for all. All donations will be directly utilized towards event expenses and support to participating students. All sponsors receive a special invitation to the Culture Fest, an appreciation certificate for their contributions, and participation in a raffle draw to win exciting prizes.