?? Discover what’s possible when passion meets perseverance. The Pinnacle Prize recognizes two extraordinary people making a lasting impact on Kansas City through bold, selfless actions. ?? Stay tuned for the 2024 Winner Announcement – coming December! Learn more and get inspired by those leading the way to a brighter future: https://bit.ly/4f6ho0Q #ThePinnaclePrize #KansasCity #TheRippleEffect
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The Pinnacle Prize was established in 2021 by Kenneth and Ann Baum – a generous couple who grew up in Kansas City, with a long history of philanthropic support for the arts, education, conservation, and social services. They created The Pinnacle Prize with a civic spirit, to help Kansas City reach its full potential by investing in passionate, dedicated leaders 40 and under committed to improving the quality of life for all Kansas Citians – especially those who need help the most.
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Kansas City leaders coming together on November 20th to discuss solutions for our community's homelessness crisis. Together, we can all make a difference and help our community!
Join us for an engaging event where residents, experts, and local leaders will share experiences and discuss solutions to Kansas City's homelessness crisis that benefits everyone. Our Nov. 20 panel will be moderated by The Beacon's Mili Mansaray & feature: ? Evie Craig | President of Paseo West Neighborhood Association ? Doug Langner | Executive Director at Hope Faith ? Nate Evans | Program Supervisor at Heartland Center for Behavioral Change ? Ken Simard | Advocate for the Kansas City Homeless Union This free, public event is not just about awareness—it’s about making your voice heard and helping everyone understand what steps we can take together to create positive change. Reserve your spot today and contribute to shaping the future of our city. #KansasCity #KansasCityEvent #TheBeacon #TheBeaconNews
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Gratitude is a powerful force. The Pinnacle Prize believes in the power of one person’s vision to spark collective change. We seek to give hidden heroes the support and recognition they deserve, because it’s people—visionary, dedicated, and courageous people—that turn ripples into real change. What spark can you help ignite this giving season? Here are a few simple ways to show gratitude and help turn ripples into waves: ?? Volunteer with friends and family ?? Write a letter to someone making a difference in your community ?? Donate to an under-resourced organization ?? Give the gift of time, kindness, or expertise to those who need it #ThePinnaclePrize #KansasCity #GiveBack #Gratitude
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We love to see this entrepreneurship and supporting a great cause! In this story, Jared says he was inspired to "give back" to Special Olympics for supporting him, and now has a thriving business. Click below to read more.
Jared Niemeyer started making homemade jam to raise funds for Special Olympics Missouri, his parents shared, but he has since turned the venture into a thriving community-oriented business. Jared’s Jams sells assorted jams, jellies, syrups — including blackberry, jalapeno, crab apple and blueberry — plus vanilla extract and specialty coffee blends from a storefront and commercial kitchen on the historic square in Edina, Missouri, a town of about 1,000 in the northeast part of the state. The products can also be purchased online and at the Kirksville, Missouri, Hy-Vee, where Jared has worked part time for 13 years. “I love my community and helping customers,” said Jared, a 2011 graduate of Kirksville High School.
This entrepreneur jams Special Olympics advocacy (and a little chicory) into his Missouri storefront
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One person can be quite the ripple! ? ? ? In 2021, The Pinnacle Prize was established by a Kansas City couple to invest in passionate, dedicated leaders 45 and under committed to improving the quality of life. Each year, the winners received a $100,000 prize with no strings attached. By rewarding the ideas, initiatives, and persistence of these visionaries, our founders hope to positively shift the course of the Kansas City community. ?? Stay up to date on all things Pinnacle Prize by signing up for our newsletter, The Ripple Effect: https://bit.ly/4f6ho0Q #ThePinnaclePrize #KansasCity #TheRippleEffect
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Support KC youth! Kyle Hollins is a 2023 Pinnacle Prize winner and the Founder and Executive Director of Lyrik's Institution. This campaign supports their mission and encourages community support to help build hopeful futures for our youth.
Lyrik’s Institution is excited to announce the launch of our transformative?2024 Donation Campaign, aimed at supporting and expanding our mission to change the lives of at-risk youth in Kansas City. This campaign is grounded in the vital work we do, addressing the deep-rooted impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and community violence through trauma-informed care and culturally competent programs. This campaign will fund critical services such as: Cognitive-Behavioral Modification (CBM) Programs?like the iBuild Cohort Cultural Intervention, which equip youth with the skills to overcome trauma, reframe their thinking, and develop emotional intelligence. Case Management and Care Coordination, which provides personalized support in connecting youth to essential resources like housing, food, therapy, and workforce development. Peer Support Groups, fostering a sense of community, accountability, and personal growth through culturally relevant mentorship and guidance. Every donation helps us offer youth and young adults, ages 13-25, a chance to escape cycles of violence and poverty and build violence-free, hopeful futures. This campaign is our official launch?to raise awareness, build partnerships, and secure the funds needed to continue this life-changing work. We are calling on our community and supporters to join us in creating a safer, stronger Kansas City for generations to come. Help us reach our goal by donating today?here.?Together, we can break the cycle of violence and foster a future where every young person has the opportunity to thrive. Here is the link: https://lnkd.in/gJ5w487R #SupportOurYouth #ChangeStartsHere #crimeprevention #BuildingResilience #TraumaInformedCare #YouthEmpowerment #StopTheViolence #KansasCity
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“I'm from Kansas City, grew up here and grew up with a deep belief in the power of communities.” Katie Boody Adorno joined us recently on #ThePinnaclePod to talk more about her mission to put technology to the test in the hands of students to improve the educational tools used in our schools through her organization, Leanlab Education. ?? TUNE IN: https://bit.ly/3ZqFH47
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2023 Pinnacle Prize winner and Houseless Prevention Coordinator, Josh Henges speaks with KSHB / KMCI / The EW Scripps Company about the plans for helping homeless and houseless neighbors this winter while HOPE FAITH - Homeless Assistance Campus constructs KC's first low-barrier shelter. https://bit.ly/4dO7nU5
Kansas City leaders work to combat homelessness ahead of winter
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Josh Henges has devoted his life’s work to ending homelessness—and the stigma surrounding it—in Kansas City. Henges serves as the City of Kansas City, MO's first-ever “czar” responsible for preventing homelessness where he creates and implements innovative community-wide strategies to assist the houseless and those at-risk of becoming houseless to reduce homelessness and generational poverty. Watch this video to hear his story and learn why he’s made this cause his life’s mission. #ThePinnaclePrize #KC