Our Approach
To accomplish our Mission of Unlocking women and girls’ potential in the Kansas City region consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Marjorie Powell Allen:
- Through innovative grant making with Primary Areas of Interest of Employment, Education and Life Skills.
- By investing in traditional organizations and programs with a history of achieving strong results, as well as in new organizations which seek to enhance the capabilities of women and girls to reach their full potential.
- By supporting programs that address the unique needs of women and girls in our community.
- By partnering with other like-minded entities to leverage the SkillBuilders Fund resources to achieve the greatest impact possible.