Events
Charity Events in Kansas City
Midwest Summit for Early Childhood Coaches and Trainers
Regional Conference for Early Childhood Coaches and Trainers.
February 2026
Attend the only conference in the region designed specifically for early childhood coaches and trainers.
Brew for Books
Helping young stories take root.
April 16, 2026
Do you remember your first favorite book? Even if you’re no longer an avid reader, you can probably recall an early memory that involves this book. Brew for Books is all about putting books in the hands of Kansas City children, because access to books in the early years builds strong brains, supports early literacy, and helps children get the healthy start they need to thrive.
Mother of all Happy Hours
The first five years are too important to let diapers get in the way.
Children thrive when their basic needs are met, and diapers are a crucial part of that care. The Mother of All Happy Hours invites you to be part of the solution. When parents don’t have to worry about diapers, they can focus on what truly matters. If you believe in giving every child the best possible start, this is your chance to help make that happen.
Early Childhood Fall Symposium
Kansas City’s Premier Early Education Professional Development Conference
October 2026
Futures First’s Early Childhood Fall Symposium is Kansas City’s premier early education professional development conference. The event provides practical tools and valuable information from exceptional speakers and specialists in the early childhood field.
Futures First Gala
A night to nurture young lives.
We can’t wait to welcome you back to The Abbott this October for the annual Futures First Gala (previously Blue Carpet Event). Join us for an inspiring evening featuring silent and live auctions, engaging entertainment, and powerful stories that show how we’re helping young children get the strong start they deserve.
Holiday Adopt-a-Family Program
Help Spread Holiday Cheer
Gather your co-workers, friends or family and help spread the holiday cheer for Kansas Citians committed to brighter futures. These families are working hard to prepare their children for success, but providing holiday gifts and even meeting basic needs can be a major challenge with limited resources. Click the button below to sign up to make this season bright for children in Kansas City.