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Growing Access to Capital

Growing Access to Capital

by Madelyn Johnson | Mar 1, 2023 | Enterprise, News, Prosperity, Small Business Support

One of the effects of the COVID 19 pandemic is the KC Chamber’s Access to Capital initiative. Though improvements were made in the second round of funding, the first round of Paycheck Protection Program funding starkly illustrated the difficulties minority-owned...
Hearts Celebrate Art: 2023 Parade of Hearts

Hearts Celebrate Art: 2023 Parade of Hearts

by Madelyn Johnson | Jan 26, 2023 | Culture, Kansas City, News

Parade of Hearts in Kansas City is a public art experience that celebrates art, culture and diversity by uniting communities while supporting nonprofits. The event features beautifully designed hearts by local artists placed throughout the Kansas City region. The...
Education Resources Pave Way to Inclusive Prosperity

Education Resources Pave Way to Inclusive Prosperity

by KC Rising Admin | Jan 18, 2023 | Education, News

Over 5,310 scholars in the KC Scholars program said they would not have attended college if they did not receive a scholarship. This access to resources and funding for education is vital to Kansas City’s inclusive prosperity because it leads to higher employment...
Project LEAD to Move the Needle on Systemic Racism in the Workplace #2

Project LEAD to Move the Needle on Systemic Racism in the Workplace #2

by KC Rising Admin | Aug 3, 2022 | Enterprise, Inclusion, Industry, News, Small Business Support

“What can the business community do?” That was the question the KC Chamber Board of Directors asked in response to the calls for social justice stemming from the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The Board’s African American members met and determined five areas...
Project LEAD to Move the Needle on Systemic Racism in the Workplace #2

Project LEAD to Move the Needle on Systemic Racism in the Workplace

by KC Rising Admin | Aug 3, 2022 | Enterprise, Inclusion, Industry, News, Small Business Support

“What can the business community do?” That was the question the KC Chamber Board of Directors asked in response to the calls for social justice stemming from the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The Board’s African American members met and determined five areas...
Connectivity and Digital Equity Report

Connectivity and Digital Equity Report

by KC Rising Admin | Aug 3, 2022 | Connectivity, Kansas City, Neighborhoods, News

Access to the internet has become a fundamental asset that all Kansas City area households require in achieving economic prosperity. A recent study by KC Rising highlighted the increased importance for all households to have a reliable, affordable connection and...
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