November 1, 2025 at 6:00pm
The Grand Ballroom, Kansas City Convention Center
Presenting sponsor:
To purchase last minute tickets to the event,
please email Cathy Cusumano at cathy@firefoundation.org.
FIRE Foundation will celebrate an unforgettable evening on November 1, as we champion belonging at the heart of Catholic education.
What to Know Before You Go!
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Location: Grand Ballroom at the Kansas City Convention Center, 1515 Wyandotte, KCMO. Enter through the Convention Center’s glass sliding doors across from the Loews hotel.
Dress Code: Formal. Black tie optional.
Parking: Arts District Garage at Kauffman Center, 287 West 17th Street, KCMO 64108.
Rideshare: We encourage Uber, Lyft, or a taxi for a safe and easy night.
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CELEBRATE FIRE FOUNDATION’S LEGACY OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
For 29 years, FIRE Foundation has made inclusive education in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph a reality. With the help of funds raised through FIRE Ball, students with learning differences have been able to attend their parish or local Catholic schools with their friends and siblings.
Your participation, whether through sponsorship, underwriting, ticket purchase or donation, provides the critical support that enables FIRE to continue its legacy of inclusion.
This year, we center our event around the theme, BElonging. When you come alongside us in support you help kids find:
- a voice for inclusion
- a bridge to connection
- the foundation of acceptance
BE the spark that ignites the fire and be the first step in helping a child feel like they BELONG.
