● Welcome
Welcome to the place with BIG IDEAS.
We’re transforming how young people in Kansas City's underserved communities see their futures and engage with their community.
The Big Ideas Foundation is a registered 501c3 tax exempt organization.
BIG IDEAS
Before I’m Gone,
Innovatively Developing Education And Society
We create pathways for students to become the leaders and change-makers their neighborhoods need.
Entrepreneurship & community engagement.
Through curriculum and hands-on programs blending business skills with community engagement, we're proving that every student has the potential to build something meaningful.
● Upcoming Event
BIF’s Toast for Teachers Bar Crawl
We believe that education is justice. In that spirit, we invite you to join us for our second annual Toast for Teachers Bar Crawl from August 1 - 3, 2025. This FREE event celebrates our educators and raises of BIF’s youth education programs.
Drink specials at every stop
A 360° photo booth, photographers & giveaways
Amazing local sponsors & vendors
Win prizes and get entered into our $500 raffle giveaway
Fun games, community vibes, and great people!
Event Details
Must be 21+ to attend
A $25 donation is suggested but not required
For media inquiries, volunteer opportunities, or questions about the event, please email Dontavious Young: bigideasfoundation@gmail.com
● Featured Past Event
Panel: Empower the Future
During Global Entrepreneurship Week KC, Dontavious Young (Executive Director, BIG IDEAS Foundation) hosted a panel featuring Chris Goode (Founder, Ruby Jean’s Juicery and Ruby Jean’s Foundation) and four youth entrepreneurs in Kansas City, granting each student with $250 and a free laptop.
● Contribute
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Your support creates opportunities for our youth to strengthen the places they call home.