Centurions NOW - June 17, 2024

PINNACLE SOCIAL COFFEE

Pinnacle's Steering Committee would like to join in on monthly coffees. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Food and beverage will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the event here so we will have an accurate headcount for the event. Register here >>

PINNACLE NIGHT AT THE K

Hit a Home Run with Us at the Royals Game! Get ready for a night of fun, excitement, and America's favorite pastime! We're thrilled to invite you and your families to join us for an unforgettable night at the ballpark. Please note that attendees are responsible for their own parking and game day ticket purchases. Register here >>

IVANHOE FAMILY BBQ WITH PINNACLE

Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council will be hosting a BBQ event for Centurions, Chamber Members and families, following a morning of service and clean up in the Ivanhoe Neighborhood and its surrounding area! Centurions will gather at 8 a.m – 12 p.m. to clean up various neighborhoods around Ivanhoe and then families are welcome to join from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Register here >>

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

There are several contact-free, small group, or outdoor volunteer opportunities that are now open and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

• June 21 – Kansas City BBQ Festival
• July 9 – JA BizTown: Help Students Run a City
• July 12 – Bowl for Kids’ Sake
• July 20 – KCK Farmer’s Market Doodle Fest
• July 22 – Cigars & Pars Golf Tournament
• July 27 – Celebrate AMERI’KANA 2024

SHARING OUR STORIES – UNLOCKING THE POWER OF DE&I

Join us on June 18 at 5:30 p.m. to learn about unlocking the power of DE&I in your day to day life. The objective for the evening is to help individuals identify actionable steps to practice inclusivity in their daily interactions. Steps will be identified through planned activities that focus on fostering empathy and understanding among Centurions, including open discussions about diversity, equity, and inclusion through the sharing of personal stories. Register here >>

APEX AT THE KANSAS CITY ROYALS

The Kansas City Royals are playing some ball - and we want to cheer them on! Join Apex for the final social event of the year! Register to watch the Kansas City Royals take on the Miami Marlins on Monday, June 24 at 7:10 p.m. You must register on the Chamber website to be included. Registration closes at 12:00 p.m. on June 17! Register here >>

APEX SECOND-YEAR EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST

Second-Year Centurions and their executives are invited to attend this breakfast to learn about the accomplishments of the graduating Centurions over the last two years. This is also an opportunity to see how their investment in the program will return a more engaged, educated, thoughtful, and connected leader. Register here >>

APEX CLASS OF 2024 GRADUATION

They've learned, they've served and they've led. Now, join us as they graduate! The Social Committee cordially invites you to gather with your fellow Centurions and their guests as we celebrate the important work that the Second Years have achieved during their time with us. We'll also announce the winners of three big honors: Centurion of the Year, Outstanding First Year, and Task Force of the Year. Register here >>

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

There are several contact-free, small group, or outdoor volunteer opportunities that are now open and are on a first-come, first-served basis.        

Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

• June 21 – Kansas City BBQ Festival
• July 9 – JA BizTown: Help Students Run a City
• July 12 – Bowl for Kids’ Sake
• July 20 – KCK Farmer’s Market Doodle Fest
• July 22 – Cigars & Pars Golf Tournament
• July 27 – Celebrate AMERI’KANA 2024

REGISTER NOW! CENTURIONS ALUMNI ANNUAL MEETING

Join the Centurions Alumni Association for our annual meeting during breakfast on July 23 where we kick off the new membership year and honor Edgar Palacios, the 2024 Benard Powell Award recipient. Enjoy a fantastic breakfast at United Way of Greater Kansas City and networking with our alumni. The event is open to Centurions Alumni and graduating second-year Apex Actives. Register here >>

Interested in serving on the 2024-2025 Centurions Alumni Board? Let us know by completing a brief application by June 28, 2024. Complete the application here >> 

LEGACY VOLUNTEERING – IVANHOE PARK CELEBRATION

Alumni will join Pinnacle Actives on June 29 to support the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council (current Legacy project) Park Celebration, an outdoor festival-type event. Volunteers will be assisting with grilling and passing out food, setting up, assisting with check-in, helping with giveaways, monitoring bouncy houses, cotton candy, popcorn, etc. This will be a fun and meaningful opportunity to engage with fellow alumni and actives while supporting one of Kansas City's dynamic neighborhood orgs! Please register via Sign-Up Genius >>