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MAY 6, 2025
‘Not One More’ – Eliminating Drowning in Kansas City
Drowning is 100% preventable—and yet it remains the leading cause of death for children ages 1–4. For Black children ages 10–14,...
MAY 5, 2025
New Partnership With Big Brothers Big Sisters Supports Youth Mentorship
Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City (BBBSKC) and the YMCA of Greater Kansas City are proud to announce a new partnership...
APRIL 4, 2025
Max’s Challenger Journey: Celebrating Inclusion During Autism Awareness Month
April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the unique strengths and talents of individuals with autism while also...
APRIL 3, 2025
Discover Healthy Kids Day, Kids Night Out (and MORE!)
Join The Movement, the official podcast of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, as we visit the Bonner Springs Family YMCA...
APRIL 1, 2025
Blue Wave Swimmers Join COOL Swim Team
Platte County Community Center North is proud to partner with COOL to provide a USA Swimming team in Platte City. ...
MARCH 21, 2025
YMCA Head Start Update
March 21, 2025 The Y has been honored to operate Head Start programs for the past 20 years. Despite years...
MARCH 13, 2025
165 Years of Impact: Celebrating Mary Shaw Branton During Women’s History Month
In honor of our 165th anniversary and Women’s History Month, we celebrate the contributions of Mary Shaw “Shawsie” Branton. As...
MARCH 6, 2025
Transforming Lives Through the YMCA’s Y Club: A Story of Resilience and Impact
At the YMCA, we believe in building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. Our before and after-school program, Y Club,...
