Kansas Masons Sponsor NextGen Under30 Kansas Recognition Events

170 Masonic Lodges Help Recognize Exceptional Individuals Across the State of Kansas

Topeka, Kansas (August 8, 2025)—As the philanthropic arm of Kansas Masons, the Kansas Masonic Foundation is dedicated to benefiting Kansans and Kansas communities. In recent years, Kansas Masons have displayed their commitment to the success of local communities by donating over $500,000 annually to community-focused causes through 170 statewide lodges, offering free cancer screenings to Kansas residents through the Masonic Cancer Alliance, recognizing exceptional teachers and students across the state, and contributing over $200,000 worth of scholarships annually to local students. 

Continuing with their support of local communities, the Kansas Masons have decided to serve as the Title Sponsor for the next NextGen Under30 Kansas program, an organization endorsed by Governor Laura Kelly and Lt. Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland, that recognizes Kansas’ next generation of leaders and achievers who demonstrate talent, drive, and service to their communities. By organizing such a program to recognize local talent and contributions, the Kansas Department of Commerce hopes to encourage Kansas residents to continue working and residing in the state while also attracting prospective out-of-state students to attend local universities.

Through their partnership with the organization, the 170 various state lodges were able to help nominate exceptional individuals under 30 from their local communities while encouraging innovative, creative, and inspiring people to push the boundaries in various categories of endeavor. Over 300 honorees were announced on Friday, August 8, 2025, and invited to attend a special Day at the Capitol and Networking Luncheon on Saturday, September 9, 2025. All attendees are welcome to invite a friend, family member, or co-worker to join them at the event, where they will be provided the opportunity to listen to Governor Laura Kelly, receive commemorative photos, and take a guided Capitol tour while networking with other young professionals. 

While all 2025 NextGen Under30 Honorees will be given complimentary entrance to the upcoming events at the State Capitol in Topeka, proceeding Networking Luncheon, and Award Ceremony on November 8, 2025, friends, family members, and other guests can easily purchase individual tickets by making an online reservation at www.nextgenunder30ks.com. Don’t miss out on a memorable event to celebrate with your friends and family!

About the Kansas Masonic Foundation:
As the philanthropic arm of Kansas Masons, the Kansas Masonic Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to benefiting Kansas communities and supporting fellow Masons and their families. Since its inception, the foundation has invested more than $50 million in Kansas communities and individuals through funding academic, scientific, and charitable endeavors. For additional information about the Kansas Masonic Foundation and to get involved, click here.