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Greater Kansas City Community Foundation – An Evening with Lisa Parker

An Evening with Lisa Parker was held recently at the 1900 Building. Greater Kansas City Community Foundation donors and guests enjoyed a presentation from Lisa, who serves as president of the Lawrence Welk Family Foundation. She discussed raising charitable children, youth philanthropy, new models of giving, and the evolution of family philanthropy.

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Sean and Karen Miller
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Greg Maday, board member; addressed the guests.

Additional photos featured in the November 12, 2016 issue
Photo Credit: Susan McSpadden

 

Features

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The Kansas City Art Institute

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Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy – 50th Civic Service Celebration

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