Kentucky to the World, Inc.

Take a look at what we’ve accomplished over the past 12 years:

• Hosted 20+ live events with more than 7,000 attendees.  
• Served more than 1,800 students from 65+ schools and organizations, most from underserved areas.
• Produced 3,000 decks of KTW Illustrated Playing Cards.  
• Developed 20+ different programs airing or streaming on KET. 
• Created hundreds of stories engaged millions of times across broadcast, digital, and community partner spaces.

IN 2024:

*We are proud to serve as the fiscal agent and premiere co-host for the documentary film, A Pathway Forward.  Opening on October 9, this film takes a deep dive into the Central High School Law and Government Magnet Program in West Louisville and their work with U of L Law School to implement the national Street Law program.  

It’s a powerful story that celebrates the program’s success in preparing students for careers in law and government, particularly in light of the challenges brought about by recent changes in affirmative action policies.  

*We are also proud of our work as the Media Partner for Ken Clay's production, “The Soulful Sounds of Derby Town.” Our established relationships with Kentucky Performing Arts and KET made the recording and airing of this program possible.  

*On September 25, our program features Tom O'Connell, stunt double for Darth Vader and the Heavy Mandalorian, for both the Student Program and our main program at The Speed Museum.

*Because we are focused on actively entering the Bowling Green market, on Sept. 27 we are also producing the live program featuring Tom O'Connell at the WKU Innovation Campus, where we are a working partner. Moreover, we are entering a partnership with WKU Gatton Academy for Gifted Students, to bring Tom to their students for a special student program, and we look forward to a growing relationship with the Academy.

Check out our website for the entire list of speakers and programs. 

Help Bring Kentucky to the World!

Tracy Drain, Flight Systems Engineer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Labs (and Louisville's Waggener HS alumna)

Whether you’re a business person concerned about recruitment and retention of world-class talent, a citizen tired of Kentucky too often getting a bad rap, a student wondering how to grab onto the dreams you have for the future, or someone who’s just not sure if Kentucky and Kentuckians have what it takes to compete on the world stage—this is your organization.

As passionate advocates for our Bluegrass State, we need YOU!
Make your gift here today - or go to our website, or send your check to Kentucky to the World, PO Box 6251, Louisville, KY 40206.

Who We Are

Kentucky to the World is dedicated to enhancing the intellectual reputation of the state, its people and its assets by telling a new story about Kentucky and its impact on the world stage. We do this through inspiring stories that demonstrate the success, excellence and ingenuity of individuals with strong Kentucky ties. Our goal is to lead the charge for the the narrative development that is vital to our state's economic and workforce future.

YOU have the power to help us reach a much larger, more diverse audience, creating more ways for the rest of the world to value Kentucky as a rich treasure of creativity and academic vitality. 

A contribution of:

$100 helps us share our storytelling with the world through our unique documentary-style video content that educates, excites, engages and empowers audiences young and old through our multimedia platforms.

$250 provides 10 local students entry into one of our many student programs, offering first hand access to individuals that inspire locally and inform globally.

$500 increases our impact in area high schools through our Student Program. 

$1,000 powers our reach across the state through KET and beyond, continuing to highlight Kentucky’s intellectual and cultural accomplishments on the world stage.