FAQ

What is the Ability Summit?

The Midwest Ability Summit is collaboration between several metro-wide organizations. Our purpose is to create a truly metro-wide ability expo for those with disabilities and older adults, their families, caregivers, healthcare professionals and as an educational opportunity for the entire Greater Kansas City community and surrounding areas.

Who will be there?

The Mid-West Ability Summit is a resource for persons with disabilities, their families and/or caregivers, and healthcare professionals. In 2022, our first event in 2 years, there were approximately 1000 attendees, 106 organizations, businesses and artists with disabilities  exhibiting their products or services. Professionals were offered up to 6 FREE continuing education hours of clinical education.

Why is there an event?

Our purpose is to create a truly metro-wide ability expo for those with disabilities and older adults, their families, caregivers, healthcare professionals and as an educational opportunity for the entire Greater Kansas City community.

Who is the target audience for the event?

The Mid-West Ability Summit attendees include all ages, all disabilities, their families/caregivers and professionals who work with individuals with disabilities.

When is the 2024 Mid-West Ability Summit

Saturday, August 24, 2024
10:00-4:00

Where is The Summit?

Overland Park Convention Center
6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66211

What is the booth size?

All exhibitors receive 10’ x 10’ booth with 6’ table, 2 chairs and company signage. Additional booth space is available for an additional fee. Booth size listed is Main Hall. Mobility Hall space is based on sponsorship level.

How can I get electricity at my booth?

Electricity is available through the Overland Park Convention Center. To sign up for electricity, please CLICK HERE. Please note you do not need a booth number to sign up. There is an additional charge if you sign up for electricity the week of the event.

What are the exhibitors rates?

Non-profits $100
Businesses $350
Artists with Disabilities $25 (space is limited)

What are the sponsorship rates?

For more information about sponsorship rates please CLICK HERE.

What is the schedule for the day?

Coming July 2023

10:30-11:00 – KC Integrity Karate
11:15-11:45 – Canine Companions for Independence
12:00-12:30 – KansaSEED
12:45-1:15 – Retrieving Freedom
1:30-2:00 – Gaby Lucas House of Dance
2:15-2:45 – Sunflower Ringers
3:00-3:30 – Una Cantamu

Adapted Sports

KC Revolution Wheelchair Rugby – 10:00-12:30
Wheelchair Football & Basketball – 1:00-3:30
Tennis – 1:00-3:30
Power soccer – 10:00-12:30
Boccia – all day

Can I Volunteer?

Yes! CLICK HERE to sign up to volunteer.

Is there a map of the space?

See map of the 2022 venue here.

Is this a FREE event?

The Mid-West Ability Summit is free to the public. If you are interested in bringing a booth please go HERE

Where do I park?

We encourage you to park in the surface lot behind the convention center. There is accessible parking in the garage.

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I would like to present a CEU Presentation

You must be a Silver Level sponsor or higher to present a CEU.

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Our Vision

The Midwest Ability Summit (formerly the Kansas City Ability Expo) is collaboration between several metro-wide organizations and planned by an all volunteer committee.

Our purpose is to create a truly metro-wide ability expo for those with disabilities and older adults, their families, caregivers, healthcare professionals and as an educational opportunity for the entire Greater Kansas City community.

At the Ability Summit, resources will be provided for all of these groups, ranging from educational seminars, to booths for service providers who provide products or services to the disabled community, to booths featuring governmental and not-for-profit agencies. In addition, there will be adaptive sports, exercise and recreational demonstrations.

The focus of the expo is to have a “one-stop” opportunity for persons with disabilities, their caregivers/families and/or professionals who serve persons with disabilities to gain information about valuable resources and products. Attendees will have an opportunity to explore the booths, talk to representatives and trial equipment.

Our goal is to bring together persons with disabilities and the organizations, the products, resources and programs and artists with disabilities to assist with leading full and productive lives.

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