Support Future Teachers! Please join me in supporting the Institute for Urban Education (IUE). Your donation will help provide scholarships and support for books, tests and materials for future teachers who are committed to working in the Kansas City community. Our graduates are true change agents in Kansas City. Please join me in giving to the IUE and being part of the change! 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.

Each summer, UMKC students have an opportunity to study abroad. I was so fortunate to study in Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France – it was truly a transformative experience!In 2021, I reconnected with Dr. Gayle Levy and Dr. Kathy Krause, two longtime French professors and scholars at UMKC. I shared the following: “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...The French program made me a better writer and speaker, skills I use every day in my career.”Unfortunately, studying abroad is cost prohibitive for many students. Therefore, I'm continuing to partner with the department to raise scholarship funds for UMKC French students! Please consider helping us provide this incredible experience to students who may not otherwise be able to participate. Consider giving to the French Study Abroad program today!

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.

In 2014, the UMKC School of Law Young Alumni Committee started a fundraiser to provide lunch at the bar for UMKC alumni sitting for the February and July bar exams in both Missouri and Kansas. Now, more than ever, we feel it is tremendously important to provide our newest colleagues with this little peace of mind as they sit for this exam.

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.

Hi friends! Changing the world starts right here, right now. Will you join me and make a gift to support UMKC's students and programs? If so, I'll match your gift 1:1, up to $250! 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 Brandon and I to support the MCA & MSA Student Golf Tournament! Business deals are made on the golf course and your support will help equip students with an opportunity to improve their skills and nail the putt! 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 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.

Student Teams work throughout the year to build robots and human-powered vehicles or to solve algorithmic programming problems. These diverse teams give students a chance to test their academic knowledge with real-world projects- gaining presentation skills, technical skills, project management skills, and communication skills. This robust experience builds strong resumes for our next generation of workforce leaders. Student Teams within the School of Computing & Engineering- Baja Buggy, Big Beam, Concrete Canoe, Game Dev, Integration Bee, Robotics, and Missouri Collegiate Mathematics Competition Teams all require funds for travel, materials, and equipment. Please give today to support these amazing Student Teams!

Please join me in support of UMKC and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. We can't do it without you! I'll match your gift 1:1 up to $150 =) 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 Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Care Center is an on-campus resource that seeks to assist our UMKC community meet their basic needs: nutritious food, safe housing, financial assistance, and mental health resources. At the Care Center, we understand that these basic needs are what builds a foundation for personal and academic success. Established in May 2022, The Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Care Center was made possible through the Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Memorial Fund that honors the life of Chancellor’s Agrawal’s mother who was a champion of holistic support. We look forward to continuing to honor her legacy by ensure that each student that comes to the Care Center will feel safe and supported during the educational career. Due to your contributions last year, we met our goal to relocate the Care Center into a more centralized on campus to remove stigma from needing assistance and has allowed our staff to serve each student according to their specific needs. This year, you can help us continue the necessary work of making sure our students have a solid foundation for success by participating in in Giving Day. Here’s how your gift on Giving Day can help:• $20 = 60 meals• $50 = Allows us to purchase personal hygiene products for our students in need• $300 = assist with the purchase of fresh dairy products for our students • $750 = 500 reusable shopping bags for students

The Don Quixote murals by Luis Quintanilla have been a treasured part of the university for over 80 years. They have been part of the college experience for thousands of our students over that time. Please help us preserve these murals for the next generations. Those donating will be invited to future Volker Campus art walks, which will feature the murals as well as many of UMKC's other public artworks.

The Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Care Center is an on-campus resource that seeks to assist our UMKC community meet their basic needs: nutritious food, safe housing, financial assistance, and mental health resources. At the Care Center, we understand that these basic needs are what builds a foundation for personal and academic success. Established in May 2022, The Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Care Center was made possible through the Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Memorial Fund that honors the life of Chancellor’s Agrawal’s mother who was a champion of holistic support. We look forward to continuing to honor her legacy by ensure that each student that comes to the Care Center will feel safe and supported during the educational career. Due to your contributions last year, we met our goal to relocate the Care Center into a more centralized on campus to remove stigma from needing assistance and has allowed our staff to serve each student according to their specific needs. This year, you can help us continue the necessary work of making sure our students have a solid foundation for success by participating in in Giving Day. Here’s how your gift on Giving Day can help:• $20 = 60 meals• $50 = Allows us to purchase personal hygiene products for our students in need• $300 = assist with the purchase of fresh dairy products for our students • $750 = 500 reusable shopping bags for students

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 who want 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!

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 Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Care Center is an on-campus resource that seeks to assist our UMKC community meet their basic needs: nutritious food, safe housing, financial assistance, and mental health resources. At the Care Center, we understand that these basic needs are what builds a foundation for personal and academic success. Established in May 2022, The Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Care Center was made possible through the Dr. Raj Bala Agrawal Memorial Fund that honors the life of Chancellor’s Agrawal’s mother who was a champion of holistic support. We look forward to continuing to honor her legacy by ensure that each student that comes to the Care Center will feel safe and supported during the educational career. Due to your contributions last year, we met our goal to relocate the Care Center into a more centralized on campus to remove stigma from needing assistance and has allowed our staff to serve each student according to their specific needs. This year, you can help us continue the necessary work of making sure our students have a solid foundation for success by participating in in Giving Day. Here’s how your gift on Giving Day can help:• $20 = 60 meals• $50 = Allows us to purchase personal hygiene products for our students in need• $300 = assist with the purchase of fresh dairy products for our students • $750 = 500 reusable shopping bags for students

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.

The School of Pharmacy is raising funds specifically to assist our historically under-represented student population. Every dollar you give makes a difference in the lives of our students.

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 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.

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.

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 supporting students with a gift to Giving Day on Wednesday, March 1st. This is a great time for the whole community to come together and help raise critical funding to provide big opportunities for our students. 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! Just $5 from 10 friends and $10 from another 10 will get me to my goal. Help me support students in Kansas City. Thank 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.

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.

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.

You can open the door to the world for our students! Every summer, we take students to spend 6 weeks in Malaga, Spain or Buenos Aires, Argentina. This is a life changing experience they will never forget: they immerse in the culture, visit historical and natural wonders, improve their language skills, but more importantly, they realize their full potential as global citizens. Given the ever rising costs of studying abroad, these programs may feel out of reach for our first generation college students. Make a change, support their life journey!

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.

The Student Emergency Fund provides support for students who have an urgent need for temporary financial assistance. This fund allows students to continue their degree program uninterrupted. Applications for the fund are reviewed regularly, ensuring a timely awarding process.