What is the Civic Council?

The Civic Council of Greater Kansas City is a 501(c)4 nonprofit organization composed of the leadership of the largest private employers in the Kansas City region.

What does the Civic Council do?

The Council accelerates regional growth and inclusive prosperity by strategically deploying the personal and corporate resources, influence and expertise of the region’s business and civic leaders.

How is The Council funded?

The Civic Council is a 501(c)4 nonprofit organization funded primarily through the dues of its members.

Why was the Civic Council created?

The Council was initially founded in 1964 by regional business leaders to address civil rights issues at the era's height. A hallmark of the Civic Council is its focus on long-term issues that are strategic and informed by research.