Paul J. Schofer

Southern Methodist University is a private university near the center of Dallas, SMU offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through seven schools in the humanities and sciences, business, the performing, visual, and communication arts, engineering, education and human development, law, and theology.

MRIGlobal operates research and development organizations. The firm's programs include environmental research, health, pharmaceutical product development, agriculture & food safety, and national security, defense & energy. The company was founded in 1944 and headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas City provides health insurance products and related services. The company's services include individual & family plans, group health insurance plans, and prescription drug list. It offers its services in Kansas and Northwest Missouri. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Kansas City Royals Baseball Corp. owns and operates a professional baseball franchise. The company is a member of the American League Central Division of the Major League Baseball. Kansas City Royals was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Lyric Opera of Chicago provides live theatrical presentations. The company was founded by Carol Fox, Nicola Rescigno and Lawrence V. Kelly in 1954 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation operates as a private, nonpartisan foundation that works in entrepreneurship and education to create uncommon solutions and connect people to the tools they need to shape their futures and be successful. It works with partners to encourage entrepreneurship across America and improve the education of children and youth. It works with educators and researchers nationwide to create awareness of economic impact of entrepreneurship. The company was founded by Ewing Marion Kauffman in 1966 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation provides services for the downtrodden and homeless people. It also offers donor-advised funds. The company was founded by Ed Smith in 1978 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art offers neo-classical architecture and collection of Asian art. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the enjoyment and understanding of the visual arts and the varied cultures they represent. The firm offers visitors the opportunity to explore civilization through the eyes of painters, sculptors, craftsmen and many other artists. The company was founded 1933 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Kansas City Symphony operates as music school. The company was founded by R. Crosby Kemper Jr. in 1982 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation engages in the provision of grantmaking services. It support organizations and programs that enhance the quality and accessibility of the arts. The company was founded by Muriel Irene Kauffman in 1987 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

The Johnson Foundation provides social and community services.