Featured memberWilla's Books & Vinyl
Kansas City, MO
Willa's Books & Vinyl was conceived in the heart of Willa Robinson, who developed a love for books and reading at a very early age.
Black-owned
Kansas City, Missouri
Diverse-owned businesses across Kansas City
Everything we list from Kansas City and the Missouri side of the metro, in one place. Restaurants, shops, studios and services, each with a source and a verification status you can check.
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Enhanced members across the metro. Every category has its own section further down.
Restaurants & Food in Kansas City
The deepest category in this hub, in a barbecue city where that is only part of the story. Kitchens across the Missouri side, from 18th and Vine and the Crossroads out to Independence, with a strong showing from Kansas City's West African, Ethiopian and Caribbean kitchens.
Professional Services in Kansas City
Consultants, agencies and business services across the Missouri side of Kansas City. Several large employers and the city's own procurement run supplier diversity programs, which is worth asking about directly.
Events & Weddings in Kansas City
Planners, florists, photographers and caterers across Kansas City. Spring and autumn dates go first, and the good venues book a year or more ahead for them.
Health & Wellness in Kansas City
Clinics, therapists, studios and wellness practices across the Missouri side of Kansas City. Check whether a practice bills insurance or works on a cash basis before the first visit.
Legal in Kansas City
Lawyers and legal services across Kansas City. A metro split across two states makes jurisdiction a real question here rather than a technicality, so ask early which side a matter belongs on.
Real Estate in Kansas City
Agents, brokers and property professionals across the Missouri side of Kansas City, in a metro where the state line moves taxes, schools and price at once. Ask which side of it an agent actually works.
Retail & Shops in Kansas City
Shops across the Missouri side of Kansas City, from the Crossroads and the River Market out to Independence. Plenty of makers keep appointment hours rather than regular retail ones.
Events in Kansas City
Heritage and awareness days
- October 25-31Ace Week (Asexual Awareness Week)LGBTQ+
- October 26Intersex Awareness DayLGBTQ+
- November 1-2Día de los MuertosHispanic and Latino
- November 8DiwaliFaith
Cultural festivals
- Nov1Día de los Muertos Festival at the Nelson-AtkinsLatino · November 1, 2026
- Jan31Lunar New Year Festival at the Nelson-AtkinsAAPI · January 31, 2027
- Mar7Native American Cultural Festival at the Nelson-AtkinsNative · March 7, 2027
- Apr18Passport to India at the Nelson-AtkinsAAPI · April 18, 2027
Nonprofits & Community Organizations in Kansas City
Nonprofits around the Kansas City market for getting help, getting involved and giving back: community centers, youth programs, health services, Pride, the arts, disability services and career support.
Community Spotlight
Community center · Transgender support
Our Spot KC
Kansas City, MO
Providing affirming transitional housing, emergency assistance, peer support, and KC PrideFest celebrations across the Kansas City metro.
Serves: LGBTQ+ individuals, youth, adults, and elders experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity across the Kansas City metropolitan area
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Health & HIV · Community center
BlaqOut
Kansas City, MO
BlaqOut provides culturally affirming healthcare, HIV care, peer leadership, and social advocacy for Black LGBTQ+ communities in Kansas City.
Serves: Black LGBTQ+ and same-gender-loving individuals, youth, and families across the greater Kansas City metropolitan area
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Career & workforce · Economic empowerment
Dress for Success Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
Dress for Success Kansas City provides professional suiting, workforce development workshops, and career coaching to empower women.
Serves: Women seeking economic self-sufficiency, job coaching, and professional attire in the Kansas City metropolitan area
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