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Jessica Blubaugh
Jessica Blubaugh

UWGKC Names New Chief Philanthropic Officer

United Way of Greater Kansas City (UWGKC) announced today the hiring of Jessica Blubaugh as its Chief Philanthropy Officer (CPO). UWGKC is a gravitational force for good that brings people and resources together to tackle the most pressing and persistent challenges facing our community today and beyond.

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Bayer Fund

United Way of Greater Kansas City Receives $50,000

This grant, a partnership between United Way of Greater Kansas City and Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City, will provide school-age youth located in areas of significant need access to STEM focused activities including web design, graphic design, music production, digital film creation and robotics. Often, these activities are not as accessible to children from socioeconomically disadvantaged circumstances, yet this type of training is a key to employment in one of the highest paying job sectors.

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Mollee at Amethyst Place

Mollee’s Story: From struggling alone to creating

A recovery journey through Amethyst Place

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KCPS students and staff accepting washing machines

Loads of Love 2021 Recap

Thank you to our community for supporting the Loads of Love KC Giving Tuesday campaign.

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Erin at Amethyst Place

Erin’s Story: The Gift of Life

A recovery journey through Amethyst Place

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Della Lamb

Della Lamb Refugee Resettlement Program

An unfortunate situation turns into an opportunity for a new life.

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