PRESENTS
Event Guide
We’re excited for you to join us on Thursday, April 30 at Lead to Read KC’s 2026 business breakfast, KC Reads: Sports Edition! Get all the details for attending below. Questions? Contact us at [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear?
Professional or business casual attire is recommended.
How early should I arrive?
Doors open at 7:15 A.M. for check in and networking before the program begins promptly at 8:00 A.M. [View the full program schedule.]
Where should I park?
The event is located in The Medallion Theater at 300 E. 39TH Street, Kansas City, MO 64111. There are two surface parking lots accessible from Warwick Blvd and E. 38TH Street. Follow direction signage from either lot to the main entrance of the former school. The lower North lot is accessible for wheelchairs and mobility devices. View a map.
Do I need to check in?
Yes, event staff will be waiting inside near the main entrance to check in all guests and help direct you to your table.
How can I support Lead to Read KC's work?
Please click here to make a donation. Thank you for your interest in supporting early literacy in Kansas City!
I have a question that's not listed here.
Please send an email to [email protected], and we’ll get back to you as soon as reasonably possible with an answer.
Event Parking
The event is located in The Medallion Theater at 300 E. 39TH Street, Kansas City, MO 64111. There are two surface parking lots accessible from Warwick Blvd and E. 38TH Street. Follow direction signage from either lot to the main entrance of the former school. The lower North lot is accessible for wheelchairs and mobility devices.
Program Schedule
7:15 A.M.
DOORS OPEN
Check-in and networking
8:00 A.M.
BREAKFAST SERVED
OPENING REMARKS
Rhea M. LeGrande of Lead to Read KC
AWARDS PRESENTATION
Presented by Lead to Read KC and Hallmark
PANEL DISCUSSION
Moderated by Mark Jorgenson with four local experts
CLOSING REMARKS
Rhea M. LeGrande
9:30 A.M.
PROGRAM CONCLUDES
Program Schedule
7:15 A.M.
DOORS OPEN
Check-in and networking
8:00 A.M.
BREAKFAST SERVED
OPENING REMARKS
Rhea M. LeGrande of Lead to Read KC
AWARDS PRESENTATION
Presented by Lead to Read KC and Hallmark
PANEL DISCUSSION
Moderated by Mark Jorgenson with four local experts
CLOSING REMARKS
Rhea M. LeGrande
9:30 A.M.
PROGRAM CONCLUDES
How to Help
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2026 Sponsors
Thank you to our generous sponsors for making this event possible and supporting literacy in Kansas City.
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Hall of Fame
Coach's Circle
Team Captain
