July 11, 2025
Dysart Taylor shareholder/director Amanda Pennington Ketchum was recently elected as the president of the Lawyers Encouraging Academic Performance (LEAP) board of directors.
LEAP operates for the benefit of Operation Breakthrough, an organization that strives to help children living in poverty reach their fullest potential by providing safe, loving and educational environments. The center also supports and empowers children’s families through advocacy, referral services and emergency aid.
Through LEAP, Kansas City lawyers involved in the organization have raised over $1.8 million for the children at Operation Breakthrough. Through events such as the annual Mardi Gras Celebration, where Kansas City attorneys are treated to a singing performance by the kids, as well as the annual Back to School Breakfast, where Kansas City attorneys help more than 800 kids fill backpacks with their supplies for the year, LEAP strives to support the children of Operation Breakthrough. If you are interested in getting involved with LEAP, acting as a study buddy at Operation Breakthrough, or learning more, please reach out to Mandy for more information.
Ketchum has been involved with LEAP since early in her career and has served as a member of the board of directors for over a decade. As board president, she will serve a term of two years.
“It has been an honor to be a part of this incredible organization and its leadership team of attorneys who are constantly and generously giving of their time and talent,” Ketchum said. “I am eager to continue the great work that LEAP does for Operation Breakthrough and all of the children who benefit from its services and educational programs.”
Contact Amanda Pennington Ketchum at aketchum@dysarttaylor.com or (816) 714-3066 for more information.