Community Unity Leadership Summit Recap

October 18, 2025

Kansas City, KS

We gathered to listen, discuss, and organize for a more prosperous Eastside of Kansas City. Thank you for attending and for your support.

OUR SUMMIT
OUR SUMMIT

The 2025 inaugural Community Unity Leadership Summit brought our community together for a powerful day of learning, connection, and inspiration. Attendees heard directly from local leaders, discovered real projects taking shape across Wyandotte County, and accessed new resources for youth, small businesses, and neighborhood growth. Most participants left feeling more informed, more hopeful, and more motivated to get involved.

Attendee Responses:

““Viewing actual projects—and meeting the people driving them—gave me more hope for what's possible in Wyandotte County.””

““I left inspired to get more involved and help make a difference in my community.””

and more.

Key Impacts

Stronger community connection

Attendees felt more aware of local efforts and plugged into new resources.

Expanded understanding of community development

Real projects and clear examples made the work feel tangible and possible.

Inspiration to act

Participants reported taking next steps—engaging city officials, supporting local businesses, pursuing financial literacy, and attending more neighborhood programs.

Community leaders, business owners, and local politicians who shared ideas, insights, and actions that are strengthening the understanding and economic opportunity in WyCo.

KCK community members that showed up to learn what's happening across the county and seek connection and motivation from their local leaders.