KNOW THE JOURNEY
- MY REGION WINS! received its 501(c3) status in 2014.
- Obtained the first vacant lot in 2016.
- Have had 60+ volunteers & held 10+ events.
- Sponsored
- B-Side Festival 2018 hosted by Imagine That! Kansas City
- SiStar's of Maat 2nd Annual Baby Shower 2019.
- Contracted by Heartland Conservation Alliance in 2020.
- Created the 'From blight to BOON!' project.
- 2021 began construction on BOON AREA 1.
- 2021 Innovator to Watch (scroll to the bottom) by Grinnell College.
When you donate to MY REGION WINS!, you help those who DREAM BIG & allow MRW! to do more research, create more projects & programs, obtain more resources, personnel, & facilities to create an ecosystem that best serves our clients.
Carl Stafford, Founder/Visionary
Born & raised on the west side of the 5th District in Kansas City, Missouri. He has over a decade of experience in the not-for-profit sector, holds a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from Kansas City Art Institute, received his Community Coaching Certification from Fowler International Academy of Professional Coaching. Currently, serving as president of his neighborhood association since 2018 & was recognized as the '2021 Innovator to Watch' by Grinnell College.
MY REGION WINS! is not only for dreams; it was founded by one. As an Artist, a creative, a dreamer, one who is environmentally conscious, & an idealist, Carl realized the importance of having access to resources & critiques. His dream is to have Art & Nature sitting prominently at the table of environmental & social injustices & issues.
Natasha Karsk, Administrative Officer
Natasha Karsk (she/her) is a local nonprofit administrator, artist, and active community member. She is the Administrative Officer for MY REGION WINS! and works to fund and promote neighborhood-driven projects in Kansas City. With a B.A. in Art Management and a Masters in Public Administration, Natasha's 15-year career in nonprofit work started at a Crossroads-based art project space and has since included a literary nonprofit and a land conservation organization. Natasha has called Kansas City home most of her adult life and is an advocate for uplifting creation in all its varied and beautiful forms.
