Startland
startland is a community-building, 501(c)3 nonprofit that fuels economic prosperity and cultural vibrancy in kansas city and beyond. by creating an ecosystem of increased equity through storytelling, skill-building, and social capital, startland fuels economic prosperity and cultural vibrancy. - our reporting shows our community what’s possible in the realm of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship — and inspires them to pursue their own ventures. - our work in schools equips students and teachers with human-centered design skills that prepare them to solve big problems and inspires them to become starters. - we expend our social capital and invest in the people we serve, building a stronger, next generation workforce. - we break down community silos that maintain the status quo by intentionally making cross-industry connections