Linked By Love Pop-Up Event
Linked by Love, a Kansas City-based permanent jewelry company, believes every piece tells a story of connection and cherished memories. During their upcoming pop-up event, they’re helping share the story of Children’s Mercy by donating $1 from every sale of their Heart Signature Chain to support the Children’s Mercy Child Life program.
Category: Public. Type of Event: Philanthropic. Off-Site Location: Zona Rosa (7121 NW 86th Terrace, Kansas City, MO, 64153). Audience: Public.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Zona Rosa (7121 NW 86th Terrace, Kansas City, MO, 64153).
For more info visit www.linkedbylovejewelry.com. Jaden Hicks' Virtual Joy Drive
Join professional football player Jaden Hicks in bringing joy to kids at Children's Mercy by creating an online fundraising page through our virtual toy drive: www.jadenjoydrive.com
Your generosity provides toys, games, clothing and crafts to brighten the days of kids this holiday season and beyond — ensuring every child spending the holidays in the hospital receives a gift and their family members get the support they need during their time at Children's Mercy.
Thank you for making a difference and being a part of our community of champions! Together, our love is bringing hope to families and the promise of healthy futures filled with the moments that matter. #JadenJoyDrive.
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Sunday, December 21, 2025.
www.jadenjoydrive.com.
Linked By Love Pop-Up Event
Linked by Love, a Kansas City-based permanent jewelry company, believes every piece tells a story of connection and cherished memories. During their upcoming pop-up event, they’re helping share the story of Children’s Mercy by donating $1 from every sale of their Heart Signature Chain to support the Children’s Mercy Child Life program.
Category: Public. Type of Event: Philanthropic. Off-Site Location: Zona Rosa (7121 NW 86th Terrace, Kansas City, MO, 64153). Audience: Public.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Zona Rosa (7121 NW 86th Terrace, Kansas City, MO, 64153).
For more info visit www.linkedbylovejewelry.com. Lifting Spirits Premium Bourbon Raffle
Save the date to secure that unicorn bottle of bourbon and make a difference for kids and teens in our community!
The FOURTH ANNUAL LIFTING SPIRITS, A PREMIUM BOURBON EXPERIENCE & RAFFLE to benefit the Fore the Kids Foundation, is set for Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026. Along with your support, Fore the Kids is able to make a difference for the youth in our community battling mental health and depression.
LIFT SPIRITS! WIN BOURBON!
The Lifting Spirits virtual bourbon raffle features rare, allocated bottles of bourbon from a wide selection of distilleries. Each bottle has been hand selected for inclusion in this event and all bottles will be raffled off during a unique, virtual event taking place Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.
Tickets will be available for purchase later this year.
Proceeds from this event benefit the Fore the Kids Foundation and their goal to support the Children's Mercy Illuminate project, an ambitious, five-year plan lighting the path forward for the youth mental health crisis by increasing access…
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Lodge at Ironwood
Leawood, Kansas.
For more info visit forethekidskc.org. Red Hot Night 2026
Join us for the 21st annual Red Hot Night, Kansas City’s hottest gala, on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at the Kansas City Convention Center.
This unforgettable evening will bring together elegant dining and gourmet cuisine, high-energy live entertainment, and exciting auctions filled with one-of-a-kind experiences — all while giving guests the chance to make a meaningful difference for kids and families across our community. Every moment of generosity — helps Children’s Mercy deliver world-class care and advance critical programs that strengthen children’s mental health through the Illuminate initiative.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, last year’s Red Hot Night raised more than $4 million to support Children’s Mercy. In 2026, we’re aiming even higher.
Your support fuels innovative research, groundbreaking treatments, and compassionate care — shining a light on every child’s tomorrow.
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 5:30 PM – 11:55 PM.
Kansas City Convention Center
Kansas City, MO.