J. Philip Kirk, Jr. Award
In Recognition of Community Vision and Downtown Stewardship
This lifetime achievement award is presented annually by the Downtown Council to leaders whose vision, guidance, and commitment have helped set Downtown Kansas City on a path for revitalization. The award’s namesake, J. Philip Kirk Jr., epitomized these qualities.
Criteria
Nominations
To make a nomination for the Kirk Award, please complete the form by clicking on the button below. Nominations are due by 5pm, January 31, 2025. Please contact Jared Campbell, at jared@downtownkc.org with any questions.
Urban Hero Award
The Downtown Council annually recognizes individuals who represent a small business or organization passionate about making Downtown Kansas City a more vibrant place to live, work, and play with the Urban Hero Award. The Downtown Council has been honoring people with this award since 2005.
Criteria
Nominations
To make a nomination for the Urban Hero Award, please complete the form by clicking on the button below. Nominations are due by 5pm, January 31, 2025. Please contact Jared Campbell, at jared@downtownkc.org with any questions.
Recognition
VideoA video showcasing their work in the community. Last year’s Kirk Award and Urban Heroes videos are on the left.
- Experience Downtown Exhibition BoothEach award recipient will have the opportunity to engage with Annual Luncheon attendees via a complimentary booth at the Experience Downtown Exhibition prior to the Annual Luncheon and at the Urban Hero Reception.
- Recognition at the Downtown Awards ReceptionRecognition & remarks at the Downtown Awards Reception held on Thursday, April 10, 5-7 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom at Bartle Hall. The recipient will receive 4 complimentary tickets to this event.
- Recognition at the DTC Annual LuncheonRecognition at the DTC Annual Luncheon held on Friday, April 11, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom at Bartle Hall, attended by 1,000 local business, non-profit, and community leaders interested in the future of Downtown. The recipient will receive 2 complimentary tickets to this event.
Downtown Council of Kansas City
1000 Walnut, Suite 200
Kansas City, MO 64106
816.421.1539