For years, Lead to Read KC has been fortunate to step up to the plate alongside one of Kansas City’s most beloved teams: The Kansas City Royals and The Kansas City Royals Foundation.
Partner Spotlight
Hallmark: Creating Connections Through Reading
For nearly a decade, Hallmark has been a steadfast supporter of Lead to Read KC — helping connect caring adults with young readers across Kansas City.
From Construction to Connection: Kiewit Builds Support for Young Readers
From building bridges and highways to building opportunities for Kansas City’s young readers, Kiewit’s partnership helps Lead to Read KC create lasting impact — one student, one story, one community at a time.
UMKC Community Champions Literacy Through Lead to Read KC
UMKC faculty, staff, alumni and friends are stepping up to strengthen literacy in Kansas City schools through Lead to Read KC.
Empowering Students, One Book at a Time with NorthPoint
NorthPoint’s team is deeply invested in creating brighter futures for Kansas City students. Their support extends beyond check writing; it’s a culture of action, engagement, and heart.
When Reading Becomes a Relationship: UMB Mentors Make Literacy Personal
While carving out time to volunteer can be tough, UMB has built a culture where service is a shared priority, and partnering with Lead to Read KC makes giving back easy.
A Powerful Partnership in Kansas City, Kansas
While there are plenty of opportunities for Kansas City, Kansas police officers to interact with young people, Lead to Read provides the powerful opportunity to build trusted relationships over time through Reading Mentoring.
American Century: Impacting KC Students
The heart of Lead to Read KC’s mission is finding partners who share our belief that all students deserve to read. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with us from the very beginning is American Century.
From Brotherhood to Books
For more than a century, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Beta Lambda Chapter, has been a leader in community service, mentorship, and education in Kansas City. When Lead to Read KC learned the fraternity was interested in introducing our Reading Mentoring program at Hogan Preparatory Academy, we couldn’t wait to partner with the respected group so rooted in service and impact.
Small Commitment with Huge Returns
Through their partnership with Lead to Read KC, the HNTB’s Kansas City office employees also gain lasting benefits in their lives. Dan Ferguson emphasized, “You receive as much joy from these 8 and 9-year-olds as they are getting from you. Sometimes, it’s a great reminder to not take life too seriously.” Gabe Olsen added, “It really checks all of the boxes for worthwhile outreach: easy to commit to, flexible options, and a mini break from work can do wonders for you.”