THE KANSAS CITY METROPOLITAN
CRIME COMMISSION
A public safety nonprofit established in 1949.
What We Do
Kansas City Guns N Hoses is a "RED" vs. "BLUE" charity boxing event that brings our area's finest Firefighters, EMTs, and Police Officers together to raise funds for the families of our fallen first responders.
This event benefits the programs of the Kansas City Metropolitan Crime Commission (KCMCC), primarily the SAFE program (Surviving Spouse and Family Endowment). SAFE provides immediate financial assistance to families of our area first responders who are killed or suffer catastrophic injury in the line of duty. KCMCC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and all donations are tax-deductible.
Who We Help
SAFE provides financial assistance to the dependent families of first responders in SAFE's 13-county coverage area who are killed or suffer catastrophic injury in the line of duty. Often, insurance and other benefits can take weeks or even months to pay while the financial responsibilities for the family do not stop. One of the most important aspects of SAFE is the immediate financial assistance provided within 24-48 hours following the tragic loss of their loved one.
Kansas City Guns N Hoses has grown into one of the largest fundraisers for the Crime Commission's SAFE program. We are proud to share that our family benefits have progressed from $3,000 when we began in 2005 to $40,000 today, thanks in part to events like this and all of our dedicated boxers, volunteers and patrons. To learn more about SAFE, visit our program page here.
Those We Honor
Please take a moment to remember our fallen first responders. These men and women, and their families, dedicated their lives to protecting and serving our communities. It is with honor that we remember their sacrifices and continue to support everyone who is willing to lay down their own life to protect ours. All of our SAFE first responders will be honored at our 2026 Guns N Hoses event.
2026 GUNS N HOSES
Kansas City Municipal Auditorium
301 West 13th Street, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64105
JUNE 6, 2026
5:00 - 6:30 PM - VIP Party
5:30 PM - Doors Open to the public
6:30 PM - Opening Ceremony
7:00 PM - First bout begins
Questions? Please Contact
Tami Holthus
816-960-6802
Jan Zimmerman
816-960-6803
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MISSOURI NAP TAX CREDITS AVAILABLE
50% MO tax credits available for MO businesses and individuals with MO business income on all donations over $1000.
Contact VP Barry Mayer for more information and to receive a one page application.
Email bmayer@kc-crime.org or call 816-960-6814
Mobile Auction
2026 Guns N Hoses mobile auction adds an element of fun and excitement to this special event. The 2026 Guns N Hoses mobile auction site will be live and bidding will begin on Monday, June 1, 2026. You do not have to attend the event to participate in the mobile silent auction.
If you would like to donate an item for the auction, please contact Janet Schrick at jschrick@kc-crime.org.
Boxers
2026 BOXER REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN. For questions, please contact SAFE Director Jan Zimmerman at jzimmerman@kc-crime.org or call 816-960-6803.
All first responders within the 13 counties covered by SAFE are eligible to compete in this annual event through an application process. No boxing experience is necessary! Our training gyms, professional trainers and entire team make sure all of our competitors are safe and enjoy the several month training journey of health, friendly competition and above all, support for their brothers and sisters.