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More than 385 guests gathered at The Abbott on October 4th for FosterAdopt Connect's Silver Jubilee, where partygoers ce...
11/19/2025

More than 385 guests gathered at The Abbott on October 4th for FosterAdopt Connect's Silver Jubilee, where partygoers celebrated the organization for its 25 years of transforming the lives of children and families impacted by the foster care system.

Read more online and in our November 15th issue available now!
https://kcindependent.com/fosteradopt-connect-2025/

It is definitely worth a trip to Bentonville, Arkansas, not just for a visit to Crystal Bridges Museum of Art (which, of...
11/18/2025

It is definitely worth a trip to Bentonville, Arkansas, not just for a visit to Crystal Bridges Museum of Art (which, of course is astounding), but also for a chance to check out the Museum of Native American History (MONAH). This rather small, very user-friendly museum chronicles a 24,000-year journey, where visitors can experience the diverse Indigenous cultures of the Americas through prehistoric and historic art.

Read more about this wonderful museum online and in our November 15th issue out now!
https://kcindependent.com/museum-of-native-american-history-bentonville-arkansas/

11/17/2025

This holiday season, The Independent sat down with Kurtis Grothoff, CDO of to discuss their food pantries and the impact it has on Our Town.

From special meal plans for Thanksgiving to their volunteer led grocery store rescue, Catholic Charities shares how they are making an impact with those in need.

The Kansas City Ballet .ballet welcomed guests to Kansas City Ballet’s 68th season during the annual Season Launch Party...
11/14/2025

The Kansas City Ballet .ballet welcomed guests to Kansas City Ballet’s 68th season during the annual Season Launch Party, which was held on October 12th at Benton’s in The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center.

Read more online and in our November 15th issue out now!

The beautiful Bourgmont Winery was the site for 's Healing Hands, Global Hearts event on October 5th. Guests enjoyed rem...
11/13/2025

The beautiful Bourgmont Winery was the site for 's Healing Hands, Global Hearts event on October 5th. Guests enjoyed remarks from Dr. Lev Prystupiuk, Global Care Force’s medical director in Ukraine, who shared stories of how volunteers are transforming lives in his country by bringing vital medical care and hope to those affected by the war.

Read more online and in our November 15th hitting mailboxes this weekend!

On September 27th, Night at the Tower celebrated the National WWI Museum and Memorial and its impact across the globe. G...
11/12/2025

On September 27th, Night at the Tower celebrated the National WWI Museum and Memorial and its impact across the globe. Guests celebrated the courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy preserved at the Museum and Memorial.

Read more about this event in online or in our November 15th issue arriving this weekend!

The Family Conservancy officially became Futures First at the 2025 Blue Carpet Event, which was held on October 17th. Gu...
11/11/2025

The Family Conservancy officially became Futures First at the 2025 Blue Carpet Event, which was held on October 17th. Guests toasted the organization for 145 years of supporting children and families.

Read more online and in our November 15th issue hitting mailboxes this weekend!

Getting those group shots is harder than it looks! Have a great weekend, KC!
11/07/2025

Getting those group shots is harder than it looks! Have a great weekend, KC!

The Independent invites you to nominate an individual making a difference in Kansas City for our 2026 class of Rising St...
11/06/2025

The Independent invites you to nominate an individual making a difference in Kansas City for our 2026 class of Rising Stars ✨
Easily find the link online or in our stories!

HappyBottoms.org launched a new fundraising event, Bottoms Up for Babies, on September 18th at Ameristar Hotel & Casino....
11/05/2025

HappyBottoms.org launched a new fundraising event, Bottoms Up for Babies, on September 18th at Ameristar Hotel & Casino. More than 300 guests gathered for the fun event, which featured a glittering ‘70s disco theme, silent and live auctions, and dancing to the tunes of DJ Ashton Martin and Lost Wax. Proceeds support the organization’s mission to alleviate diaper need in our community.

https://kcindependent.com/happybottoms-2025/

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