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Connect with Kansas City's Social Entrepreneurs

What is the Purpose of KCSV

The KC Social Venture Meetup is meant to bring together individuals with a shared interest in social ventures in order to provide a platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among those interested in and those working towards positive social impact through social venture initiatives.

Join us for engaging events and networking.

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Upcoming Events

  • Apr 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Keystone CoLAB, 800 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
    Join us for a special joint KCSV Meetup hosted by UMKC’s ENACTUS group at the Bloch School of Management. This collaborative gathering will bring together students and social impact leaders to connect, share ideas, and explore innovative approaches to entrepreneurship and community impact.
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  • Tue, May 26
    May 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Keystone CoLAB, 800 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
    Conversation with Special Guest or Business Coach
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  • Jun 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Keystone CoLAB, 800 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
    During this interactive community builder, we share our experiences in Social Venture work through an activity called Rose, Thorn, Bud. This activity allows us to identify and understand what our strengths (Roses), our struggles (Thorns), and the surprises (Bud) that come our way in the industry.
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  • Tue, Aug 25
    Aug 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Keystone CoLAB, 800 E 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
    Conversation with Special Guest or Business Coach
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Take a Look at our Previous KCSV Speakers!

Lauren McCann KC Social Venture Meetup Presentation!
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What is a Social Venture?

“Social ventures are nonprofit and for profit organizations that center measurable

and differentiated social impact (SROI) along with profit (ROI) at the intersection of community need and market demand.”

What does a KCSV Meeting Look Like?

Each KCSV meeting runs from 6-8pm begins with networking for 30-40 minutes prior to the planned speaker or activity.

 

Food is sponsored by a voluntary rotation of individuals/organizations and beverages are provided by Keystone Innovation District
 

Month 1: Local KC social entrepreneur guest speaker

Month 2: Educational topic or other notable guest speaker

Month 3: Discussion topic or collaborative project

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