Business Profile
Kauffman Foundation Operating Programs provides three integrated initiativesâ1 Million Cups, Kauffman FastTrac, and Real World Learningâthat drive impact across college access, workforce and career development, and entrepreneurship.
{"Entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking training, networks, and mentorship","Students and schools/districts seeking real-world learning and career pathways","Educators and administrators implementing innovative education models","Community organizations and nonprofits in Kansas City and nationwide","Employers seeking better-aligned talent and work-based learning opportunities"}
A philanthropic foundation delivering a multi-program ecosystem (1 Million Cups, FastTrac, Real World Learning) combined with a research-driven, community-informed approach to close economic mobility gaps and advance equity across education, work, and entrepreneurship.
1 Million Cups launched in 2012 and is now active in 100+ communities; Real World Learning started as a pilot in 2019 and is now implemented in 30+ school districts in the Kansas City region; 2025 content indicates ongoing program operation and updates.
The Kauffman Foundation operates three programsâ1 Million Cups, Kauffman FastTrac, and Real World Learningâthat together support education, entrepreneurship, and workforce development to advance equitable economic mobility.
Learners (students and job seekers), entrepreneurs and startups, educators and school districts, nonprofit organizations, and local employers within Kansas City and across the United States
A foundation-backed, multi-program ecosystem that combines entrepreneur networks, hands-on startup training, and real-world learning experiences, guided by rigorous research and community feedback to close equity gaps in education and economic opportunity.
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Funding through grants, sponsorships, and awards; specific pricing not disclosed
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