Fairway Creamery Round-Up Campaign
Fairway Creamery is known for timeless treats — and now it's helping create brighter futures.
Visit the Fairway or Westside location Aug. 11–14 and round up your purchase to support Children's Mercy's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Proceeds help fund specialized care for newborns and provide resources for their families.
Locations:
Fairway Creamery – Fairway
5938 Mission Road
Fairway, KS
Fairway Creamery – Westside
809 W. 17th St.
Kansas City, MO.
Category: Public. Type of Event: Philanthropic. Department: Philanthropy. Audience: Public.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – Thursday, August 13, 2026.
For more info visit www.fairwaycreamery.com. Louie's Reserve Grand Opening Celebration
W. Vinzant Restaurant Group is rebranding their beloved Cafe Trio on the Plaza to Louie's Reserve. As a part of their grand opening, Louie's Reserve is partnering with Children’s Mercy, donating 50% of all grand opening ticket sales on Tuesday, July 21. The event includes curated appetizers, an open bar with a new cocktail menu, and live music.
Tickets are available soon. The VIP Ticket/Experience (5-8pm) includes access to a private lounge with expanded menu options.
Plus, visit Louie's Reserve in the first month of their opening (July 21 – August), and proceeds from selected menu items will benefit Children’s Mercy. You can also donate via QR code at the restaurant.
Category: Public. Type of Event: Philanthropic. Department: Philanthropy. Audience: Public.
Thursday, August 13, 2026 – Friday, August 14, 2026.
4558 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64111.
2026 DLP Whiffle Ball Tournament
The Dominic & Lenny Passantino Memorial Foundation is BACK! Join us for a fun filled evening celebrating Dom and Lenny supporting our causes!
Join us for THE 2026 DLP MEMORIAL WHIFFLE BALL TOURNAMENT & FUNDRAISER at Kauffman Stadium on August 29, 2026, for a fun afternoon and evening playing games and raising funds for those in need! This event is all about coming together to support a great cause in a relaxed atmosphere, remembering our boys, Dominic and Leonardo Passantino. Bring your friends, enjoy the vibes, and help make a difference. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of something special!
Learn more and register today>>
Since 2008, the DLP Memorial Foundation has been honored to support the pediatric burn unit at Children's Mercy Hospital. Under the leadership of Dr. Aguayo and his team, Children's Mercy has created a compassionate, innovative, and nationally recognized environment where children receive the specialized burn care they need while families find comfort during challenging times.…
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Saturday, August 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Little K at Kauffman Stadium
One Royal Way
Kansas City, MO. 64114.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Dream Big Day 2026
Save the date to join us to dream BIG for Children’s Mercy at Dream Big Day on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at Worlds of Fun!
At the annual Dream Big Day, enjoy a fun-filled morning packed with activities featuring an optional celebration walk through the park, an exciting pep rally, select rides, DJ dance party, Peanuts character visits and much more. To learn more about Dream Big Day, visit our frequently asked questions (FAQ) as well as check back to dreambigday.org for updates about the 2026 event and how you can get involved!
At the 2025 Dream Big Day, the gates of Worlds of Fun opened to more than 900 Dream Big Day participants, and the park quickly filled with laughter, color and energy. Families shared their wishes in the reimagined Field of Dreams; teams walked, strolled and rolled side by side; and the DJ kept the celebration moving with music that had everyone dancing. Everywhere you looked, there were smiles, high-fives and moments of joy, and all for one purpose: to bring hope and healing to…
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Worlds of Fun
Kansas City, MO.
Royal KC Draft Horse Show World
Saddle up! The Royal KC Draft Horse Show World Finals will take place October 1-3 at the American Royal Complex in Kansas City, bringing together elite draft horse hitches from across the United States and Canada for the North American Six Horse Hitch Classic Series Finals.
Fans can enjoy world-class competition, skilled farm team events, and the opportunity to see some of the most impressive draft horses in North America compete for top honors.
Plus, the Royal KC Draft Horse Show is proud to support Children’s Mercy with $2 from every ticket sold benefitting patients and families.
Date: October 1-3
Location: American Royal Complex
Join in this unique opportunity and help make a difference for the children and families who rely on Children’s Mercy.
Learn more and purchase tickets: https://royalkcdrafthorseshow.com/.
Category: Public. Type of Event: Philanthropic. Department: Communications, Marketing, and Philanthropy. Audience: Public. Cost: See Notes for more details.
Thursday, October 1, 2026 – Saturday, October 3, 2026.
1701 American Royal Ct, Kansas City, MO 64102, USA.
For more info visit royalkcdrafthorseshow.com. Fore the Kids Golf Tournament
Join us for the annual Fore the Kids Golf Tournament at Oakwood Country Club and Country Club of Leawood. This popular event, which features a four-person golf scramble tournament raises crucial funds for mental health initiatives and programming at Children's Mercy.
Timeline:9:00 AM Registration opens at Oakwood Country Club and Driving Range and Tito’s Bloody Mary bar open, 10:00 AM Opening Ceremony, 10:30 AM Shotgun at Blue Hills, 10:45 PM Shotgun at Country Club of Leawood, 4:30 PM After Party and Awards at Blue Hills, Learn more and stay up to date on sponsorship opportunities at www.forethekidskc.org.
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Oakwood Country Club
9800 Grandview Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64137.
Jared Coones Memorial Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk
The Jared Coones Memorial 5K Pumpkin Run/Walk is an event for the entire family with proceeds benefiting Children's Mercy as well as other local charities. You don’t have to be a trained runner or walker to participate. Join us for all of the fun before and after the 5K!
Register today: www.pumpkinrunwalk.org/Register, Event Day Schedule 6:00 to 7:30 AM Late Registration and Packet Pickup , Find more details regarding Packet Pickup in the tab above. , , 8:00 AM 5K Run/Walk Start , Check out the Course Map in Race Day Info in the tab above. , , After Race (9:15 AM) 50-Yard Tot Trot / Run for the Pumpkins , Calling all kids! After the 5K is over bring your friends and family over to the East parking lot for the 50 yard Tot Trot / Run for the Pumpkins. This fun event, sponsored by the Campbell Family is free for all kids ages 1 to 5. It’s a race where everyone is a winner because at the end of each race you will get your own pumpkin to take home with you. , , 9:30 AM Awards Ceremony: Awards…
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Saturday, October 10, 2026, 6:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Black Bob Elementary School.
14701 S. Brougham Drive, Olathe, Kansas.
For more info visit www.pumpkinrunwalk.org. Fore the Kids Foundation Twilight ParTee
Join the Fore the Kids Foundation for their Twilight ParTee, a party and auction to raise crucial funds to address the youth mental health crisis. This special evening, presented by Crown MedRealty Patners, will include a performance by Soul Root band, plus dinner, cocktails, and live and silent auctions. Proceeds from this event will support The Children’s Place of Kansas City plus two key projects under Illuminate, a bold plan at Children’s Mercy to address the youth mental health crisis in our community.
You must have a ticket to attend this event. If you are a sponsor or registered to golf, your ticket is included in your registration fee.
Sponsorship Opportunities: To become a Fore the Kids sponsor or for additional opportunities, contact Tracy MacDonald, executive director, at tracy@forethekidskc.org.
Tickets:Individual Ticket $325, Pair of Tickets $600, Table Sponsorship $3,000, Includes reserved table with 10 tickets plus company name on table signage and Fore the Kids Foundation website. …
Type of Event: Philanthropic.
Friday, October 23, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Fiorella's Event Space
9000 W 137th St,
Overland Park, KS 66221.
For more info visit forethekidskc.org.