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FIRE Foundation Our mission is to provide children with special needs the opportunity for an inclusive Catholic education in their home parish schools. Joseph.

The FIRE Foundation was founded in 1996 by a group of parents who shared a common dream; for their children with special needs to attend their parish schools with siblings and friends. Since that time through the efforts of parents, dedicated board of directors and community members who embrace inclusive Catholic education, more than $3.5 million has been raised to further that dream. FIRE offers financial grants for qualifying schools within the Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St. These grants assist with the cost of special education teachers and para-professionals, enabling schools to educate children with special needs alongside their peers. FIRE enhances the education of all children by teaching acceptance, compassion and the value of every child of God. Children grow up knowing and appreciating each other’s unique gifts.

See you tonight to celebrate 30 years of FIRE! 🔥
10/24/2026

See you tonight to celebrate 30 years of FIRE! 🔥

10/21/2026

Here’s a sneak peek at this year’s FIRE Ball silent auction! From local favorites to memorable experiences, there’s something worth bidding for and every bid supports inclusive education.

Take a look and start picking your favorites >> https://tinyurl.com/ynt5tz4w

10/19/2026

An island escape, incredible golf and a VIP country concert — all up for bid at FIRE Ball! ✨ Here’s a sneak peek at three live auction packages that could make your next adventure possible while supporting inclusive education.

🌴 Your Island Escape Awaits. 🌴 Enjoy one week at a private St. Croix retreat! Experience sweeping ocean views, a swimming pool and a three-bedroom home that sleeps up to eight.

⛳️ Five Courses. One Incredible Golf Package. ⛳️ It’s time to play some golf at The National, Mission Hills, Indian Hills, Milburn and St. Joseph country clubs — plus a TaylorMade Qi4D Driver with professional fitting and a private lesson with Coach Mo at Oakwood!

🎶 Get Ready for Your VIP Country Night. 🎶 Country fans, this one’s for you! With second-row VIP tickets to Kenny Chesney’s Original Vibe Room Tour with Eric Church and Sheryl Crow at Arrowhead Stadium on July 24, 2027, you will have the time of your life!

Check out our complete Live Preview and start bidding on our silent items today!
https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/27617420-3412-4381-8c9a-d6b00658b247/events/vevt:c13032e3-7ece-4d2a-9505-17e1337cd4af/auctions/live-auction-preview

Behind a memorable evening is a generous community. Thank you to our FIRE Ball sponsors and underwriters for helping mak...
10/16/2026

Behind a memorable evening is a generous community.

Thank you to our FIRE Ball sponsors and underwriters for helping make this year’s celebration possible and supporting inclusive Catholic education.

As we celebrate 30 years of inclusion, we are grateful for your commitment to our school communities.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you on October 24!

10/15/2026

Your support of FIRE helps partner schools hire special educators and paraprofessionals, provide learning materials and technology, and offer teacher training.

Those resources help students with different learning needs learn alongside their peers and be part of the friendships, activities and everyday moments that make school special.

Thank you for helping every student learn, grow and belong. Celebrate with us at FIRE Ball on Oct. 24! Check out all the details at https://firefoundation.org/event/fireball-2026

10/09/2026

A little behind the scenes before the big night! 🎥

We visited partner schools and founding families this week to capture their stories for this year’s FIRE Ball. Their experiences help tell the story of 30 years of inclusion and the opportunities your support makes possible.

We can’t wait to share their stories with you at FIRE Ball on October 24! Learn more at https://firefoundation.org/event/fireball-2026/

Every day gives us opportunities to include someone — in a conversation, a game or a group. Wherever we are, our actions...
10/08/2026

Every day gives us opportunities to include someone — in a conversation, a game or a group. Wherever we are, our actions can turn a welcome into belonging.

Join us in our mission and support our FIRE raffle here - https://firefoundation.org/event/fire-raffle-2026

10/02/2026

This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we celebrate students with Down syndrome and the gifts, friendships and perspectives they bring to our school communities.

For 30 years, FIRE has helped create inclusive classrooms where students of all abilities learn, grow … and belong together.

When everyone belongs, the future is brighter.

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Kansas City, MO
64105

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