On January 23, 2019, Buttonwood Financial Group President, Jon McGraw, was honored with Midtown KC Now ’s 2019 Main Event I.J. Mnookin Award.  McGraw was honored for his long-term dedication to Midtown and Main Street in Kansas City.

For many years, McGraw has had an active role in the Main Street Community Improvement District as well as with Midtown KC Now (formerly known as MainCor).  Additionally, his dedication and financial support have made large impacts for the organization and Midtown as a whole.

“Thanks to Diane Burnette, Jim Edson and the MainCor Board for such an honor!  It truly takes a dedicated Board and staff to make it all happen.  I’m blessed to be just one part of a great organization!” explains McGraw after being presented with the award.

The entire Buttonwood Team are proud, active members of the community through direct participation, volunteer work and financial support!

Recent Buttonwood Articles


Calendar showing the weeks remaining for 2026 year-end tax planning
By Jon McGraw • October 28, 2026
Most year-end tax moves must happen by December 31. What Kansas City families should review for 2026: giving, Roth conversions, gains and the KS–MO divide.
By Jon McGraw • October 21, 2026
How Buttonwood's Investment Policy Committee rebalanced its Core and Tax Aware Allocations on September 22, 2026: same convictions, smaller bets.
Estate planning documents representing family, legacy, and financial planning.
By Danielle Brown MSF, CFP® • September 28, 2026
The 2026 federal estate tax exclusion is $15 million per individual. Learn why being under the threshold does not make estate planning irrelevant.
Buttonwood Financial Group Investment Policy Committee May and June 2026 portfolio rebalance summary
By Jon McGraw, Investment Policy Committee Chair, Buttonwood Financial Group (Kansas City) • July 20, 2026
How our Investment Policy Committee approached the May & June 2026 rebalances: trimming equity risk, upgrading bond quality, and adding liquid alternatives.
Child placing coins into a piggy bank while learning about saving and financial responsibility.
By Danielle Brown, CFP MSF • July 7, 2026
What families should know about Trump Accounts eligibility, contributions, financial literacy. Child investment accounts may fit in broader financial plan.
By Jon McGraw • July 1, 2026
Beyond fees, DIY investing carries hidden costs — time, taxes, and coordination. A Kansas City wealth management perspective on when self-directed makes sense

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