FIRE Foundation

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.

06/03/2026

Purses with Purpose is just 9 days away, and time is running out to purchase your tickets!

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, friendship and the opportunity to support our mission.

And as if that weren’t enough, we will be introducing some fabulous new friends — Louis Vuitton, Valentino, Goyard, Prada, Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta and so many more!

Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while taking home a little luxury. We can’t wait to see you there! {Purchase tickets at https://firefoundation.org/event/purses-with-purpose-2026

06/01/2026

We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors for making Purses with Purpose possible.

Your support helps us bring this event to life and, more importantly, fuels our mission. Thank you for believing in our work and standing with us. We couldn’t do it without you.

05/29/2026

Consider this your introduction to just a few of the beauties hitting the runway at Purses with Purpose — where every bag has a personality, a story and a little main-character energy.

From timeless icons to statement-makers, this is just a sampling of the live auction handbags waiting to meet you.

Don’t wait … purchase your tickets today at https://firefoundation.org/event/purses-with-purpose-2026

05/27/2026

As we kick off summer, we are celebrating another amazing year of inclusive Catholic education across our partner schools!

Thank you to the teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators and staff whose dedication and compassion make every student feel welcomed, supported and empowered to learn and grow. This year was filled with meaningful moments, big smiles, joyful memories and so many reasons to celebrate.

Wishing our students, families and school communities a safe and joyful summer! 🌻📚💙

05/26/2026

Join us on Thursday, June 11, for an unforgettable evening of purses, purpose, laughter and giving back! From fabulous handbags to fun with friends, this is the ladies’ night everyone looks forward to each year.

Take a look back at some of our favorite memories from last year’s event and get ready to make even more this year!

Grab your girlfriends and don’t miss your chance to be part of a night that truly makes a difference.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — get yours before they’re gone at https://firefoundation.org/event/purses-with-purpose-2026

05/20/2026

Today’s featured handbag: the iconic YSL Lo**ta ✨👜
Bold, luxe and impossible to ignore.

Join us at Purses with Purpose, on June 11, for your chance to make this beauty yours — all while supporting our mission.

You don’t want to miss it. Purchase tickets at https://firefoundation.org/event/purses-with-purpose-2026

👜 Purses with Purpose Needs Your Donations! 👜We are collecting stylish new handbags, jewelry, boutique items, spa gifts ...
05/19/2026

👜 Purses with Purpose Needs Your Donations! 👜

We are collecting stylish new handbags, jewelry, boutique items, spa gifts and other fabulous finds for our upcoming auction on June 11 — all benefiting our mission.

Your donation helps create opportunities for more children to receive inclusive Catholic education.

Message us to donate or learn more at [email protected].

Join us in celebrating David Rippe for being recognized as Student of the Month for the virtue of Joy at St. Francis Xav...
05/15/2026

Join us in celebrating David Rippe for being recognized as Student of the Month for the virtue of Joy at St. Francis Xavier School.

David brings positivity, kindness and happiness to everyone around him each day. His joyful spirit is contagious, and we are so proud to see him honored in this special way.

And it’s clear the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree — his mom was recently honored as FIRE Foundation’s Advocate of the Year! Together, they are a beautiful example of love and the power of inclusion.

05/14/2026

Girls’ Night Out … with a Purpose!

It’s the perfect night to laugh, shop, bid and celebrate together … all while supporting our mission and partner schools.

🎟️ Round up your girlfriends and get your tickets for Purses with Purpose because you don’t want to miss this one!

Mental health matters for every student and inclusion plays an important role in emotional well-being.Students who feel ...
05/12/2026

Mental health matters for every student and inclusion plays an important role in emotional well-being.

Students who feel connected, supported and valued are more likely to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we celebrate the educators, students, families, counselors and advocates helping create school communities where every child belongs and thrives.

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Kansas City, MO
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