KCAI Fund
By making a contribution to the KCAI Annual Fund, you are directly supporting our most vulnerable students—helping them create, learn, and thrive. Your gift strengthens the foundation of our future, ensuring our long-term sustainability and independence for generations to come.
At KCAI, we champion innovation and forward-thinking art and design, nurturing the creativity and success of every student. Our ability to offer strong support to our students is possible because of you. Your investment in the KCAI Annual Fund is the foundation of our sustainability—and the lifeline for our students.
KCAI Giving Week
October 25–30, 2026
This week the entire KCAI community will come together for a celebration of generosity, creativity, and storytelling—all to support what matters most: our students.
Throughout the week, we’ll amplify the voices of current students and alumni as they share inspiring stories about how KCAI has shaped their artistic growth, expanded their opportunities, and supported their well-being both inside and outside the studio.
Thanks to an extraordinary $50,000 matching gift from the Seidler Foundation, every contribution made during Giving Week will have double the impact! All donations will support the KCAI Fund, which provides essential resources for:
- Student Scholarships
- Career Preparation & Experiential Learning
- Student Wellness Services
These are the resources that help our students learn, create, and thrive—and during Giving Week, every gift will go twice as far!
Join us and help celebrate the stories, creativity, and community that make KCAI such an extraordinary place. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the next generation of artists and designers!
10/30 Update!
We just hit our fundraising target! Thank you to all of our generous donors for supporting KCAI students!
...and the Donation Link is still active!
We are dedicated to nurturing the whole artist—financially, professionally, and personally. All of our students receive financial aid and benefit from individualized career guidance through our Professional Practice Center. They also gain invaluable opportunities to exhibit their work in our two on-campus galleries, engaging with the broader creative community.
KCAI is deeply committed to providing a supportive environment where every student feels valued and inspired. Our students are empowered to pursue their passions and share their vision with the world.
Together, we can ensure that KCAI remains a beacon of creative excellence.