Building Brighter Futures Capital Campaign
Help More People Improve Outcomes in KC
Ability KC’s new community-driven campus project (located at 715 Kirk Drive in downtown Kansas City) integrates and expands care, education, and research, accelerating access and innovation to improve outcomes for individuals and families living with critical illness, injury and disabilities across the region. One in three people will experience a disability in their lifetime – which means you or someone you know may need the services we provide.
There is no other organization like Ability KC in the region. As an independent nonprofit, our unique model of comprehensive, specialized outpatient rehabilitation and education services reduces rehospitalizations, improves clinical outcomes, and helps individuals integrate to school, work, and daily life more quickly and successfully.
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Give Now
To help change lives in KC and become a champion supporter of our campaign, please fill out the form on the right. To make a pledge or discuss your giving options, contact Gemma Zook at Gemma.zook@abilitykc.org.
Join our community of partners and supporters!
The vision for the new campus was realized through the creative problem-solving, shared expertise, and collective commitment of key business, community, and foundation partners—including VanTrust and the Van Tuyl Family, The Sunderland Foundation, Columbia Capital Management, LLC, UMB, CBRE, Travis and Amy Mattox, J. Peter Gattermeir, Kirk Foundation, Stinson, Sam Porritt, Hilltop Securities, Haverty Family Foundation, and Gilmore & Bell—who aligned purpose and capital to drive lasting impact across the Kansas City region.
YOU can build brighter futures for thousands in Kansas City through your support!
Real People. Real Triumphs.
See how your support directly champions brighter futures below.
Why This Campaign Matters
Expanding Access to Care and Education
Demand for our services continues to rise. The new campus will increase capacity by 20-30%, allowing us to welcome more children and adults into ALL programs that support mobility, communication, independence, and lifelong learning.
Investing in Innovation
The new integrated campus will expand access to cutting-edge therapies, education and technology, uniting medical care, research, and industry collaboration in one centralized location, to create a hub for innovation and further advancing rehabilitation outcomes.
Modernizing Our Facilities
Our spaces must evolve to match the needs and level of care we provide. Updated therapy environments, emerging assistive technology, and advanced rehabilitation equipment will ensure every individual receives the highest‑quality tools they need to thrive.
Strengthening Long‑Term Sustainability
This moment is about more than buildings. It’s about ensuring Ability KC remains a trusted, accessible resource for generations to come.
A Bold Commitment to Our Community and Region
We are advancing a $19.5M project, with $12M remaining to raise, to expand our capacity, modernize our facilities, and invest in the future of rehabilitation and education in Kansas City. Reaching this goal will allow us to serve more families, reduce waitlists, and create environments that support growth, healing, and independence.
The project was supported at close to a total of 44.5 million that includes the acquisition and renovations estimated. It is made possible through the support of financing and contributions of partners and supporters. An additional 12 million will be raised through a public campaign to support the innovation, education and research partnerships and overall equipment.
Photo on the left shows the future Ability KC facility, located at 715 Kirk Drive in downtown Kansas City.
Project Timeline
Our capital campaign is moving forward, and we’re excited to share each milestone with you. Check back regularly for updates, photos, and videos as we move toward our future facility.
● June 9, 2026
│ Closing date
● June 30, 2026
│ Public campaign launch
● 2026
│ Renovations begin
● 2028
│ Move‑in planned
│ 12 million raised
Join Us To Champion Brighter Futures
Choose your impact—whether you Donate, Partner With Us, Make a Connection, or Spread the Word, every action helps build brighter futures.
Mail Your Donation
Checks made out to Ability KC may be mailed to:
Ability KC
Attn: Development
3011 Baltimore Ave
Kansas City, MO 64108
Ability KC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and donations are tax deductible. If you have questions about making a gift, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
