The University Academy Foundation aspires to fund and manage efficient and effective programs to help University Academy students and alumni succeed in college and life. University Academy is a K–12 college-preparatory charter public school in Kansas City, Missouri which serves approximately 1,000 students. The school’s mission is to prepare students to succeed in an institution of higher education and to be leaders in society. The school’s vision is to be the best K–12 college-preparatory charter public school in the country with an emphasis on college preparation, career development, community service and leadership. UA Foundation identifies special programs and educational opportunities to support. For example, donations have been used to pay for scholarships for summer study abroad opportunities with the Experiment in International Living, scholarships for summer wilderness/leadership courses with the National Outdoor Leadership School, and several programs that provide books to students for their home libraries. Additionally, Friends of UA operates a program which supports alumni of University Academy in their pursuit to achieve their academic and career goals. Gifts to UAF are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
