http://www.kauffman.org/

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation of Kansas City, Missouri, is dedicated to encouraging entrepreneurship across America and improving the education of children and youth. By focusing on amazing innovations and entrepreneurs that have changed our world, They Made America reflects the indomitable spirit of U.S. entrepreneurs that the Kauffman Foundation strives to support.

The history of entrepreneurial fortitude provides a model of study for aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators. We are pleased to join WGBH in chronicling these inspiring stories of achievement, and providing insight and awareness into the powerful impact of entrepreneurship on this country.