KC Cares tells the stories of Kansas City nonprofits! Featuring local nonprofiteers, volunteers, philanthropists, community leaders, and others making a difference in the Kansas City community! On air every Saturday at 9am | 1510AM and 94.5FM!
KC Cares | How NFL Players Turn Custom Cleats into Change
NFL legend Will Shields returns to KC Cares to celebrate ten years of My Cause My Cleats. What started as a simple idea — customizing cleats to highlight causes — has evolved into a powerful storytelling platform for players, fans, and nonprofits. Joined by Kansas City Chiefs players, the episode reveals the personal stories behind the designs: mental health advocacy, childhood cancer, and grief support. Together, they show how football can create change that lasts far beyond the field.
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28 Nov 2025
KC Cares | How Barbecue Became a Beacon After Disaster
On this episode of KC Cares we talk with Stan Hays, founder of Operation BBQ Relief. When a devastating tornado hit Joplin, Missouri, pitmaster Stan Hays answered the call the only way he knew how—with barbecue. That moment lit the flame for Operation BBQ Relief, a nonprofit now serving hundreds of thousands in times of crisis. In this KC Cares interview, Stan shares the emotional roots of OBR, the gaps it fills in disaster relief, and how barbecue became therapy through Camp OBR. It's not just about food—it's about connection, comfort, and showing up when it matters most.
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Name: Stan Hayes
Title: Co-Founder & CEO
Organization: Operation BBQ Relief
Website: https://obr.org
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What Questions are answered?
What is Operation BBQ Relief?
How did Operation BBQ Relief start?
What is Camp OBR?
How can I volunteer with Operation BBQ Relief?
Is Operation BBQ Relief active outside of disasters?
21 Nov 2025
Ask The Expert: Nonprofit Funds with Dr. Thomas Vansaghi
In this Ask the Expert episode, we sit down with Dr. Thomas Vansaghi from UMKC's Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership to unpack the critical need for rainy day funds in nonprofit operations. From weathering revenue disruptions to boosting donor trust, Dr. Vansaghi lays out practical steps to start, structure, and sustain a reserve fund. Whether you're a seasoned ED or a scrappy startup, this conversation offers must-hear insights on long-term nonprofit sustainability.
Do you have questions about nonprofit funds? These 5 key questions are answered:
What is a rainy day fund in a nonprofit?
How much should a nonprofit keep in a reserve fund?
Is a rainy day fund the same as an endowment?
Can donors fund a rainy day fund?
What are examples of earned income for nonprofits?
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