Overview. Mission: To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of Greater Kansas City. . We’re more than fundraisers. We’re the game changers and way-makers. We go looking for the tough issues in our community, and with your help, we go solve them. United Way of Greater Kansas City unites donors, volunteers, businesses, nonprofits and community leaders to help change the lives of those in need. We are making Kansas City and the surrounding ar...