The Moments That Moved Us: Celebrating the Impact of The Movement Podcast in 2025

A Month of Meaningful Moments

Throughout January, we’ll highlight four standout moments from The Movement Podcast. Each story showcases the people, programs, and ideas creating positive change across our community.

• Each week, a new Movement Moment will be featured across our social media platforms
• These stories reflect the spirit of the Y: belonging, resilience, and impact beyond our walls

The Stories

• Healthy Living – Juvonda: Turning Pain Into Purpose
• Drowning Prevention – Sabrah: From Tragedy to Lifesaving Change
• LIVESTRONG® – Maura: Finding a New Normal
• YMCA & Harvesters Partnership – Elizabeth Keever: Trust, Partnership, and Community

Vote now through January 31 to help decide which “Movement” Moment story resonated the most in 2025. Voting will close on January 31.

Vote & Be Rewarded

Voting is your chance to reflect on what moved you most and enjoy a few perks along the way.

Everyone who votes will be entered into a drawing on February 2, 2026.

Prizes Include:

10 Selected Non-Y Member Winners Will Receive:

• Free 3-month YMCA membership

First 25 Voters Will Receive:

• Limited-edition tee: “The Y: Where Kansas City Connects.”

  or

• Enhanced swag bag (tee, water bottle, and passes)

Get Ready to Reflect as our First “Movement” Moment of 2025 Launches This Week.

🎧 Catch Up on Past Episodes of The Movement here:

Listen or watch now to revisit the stories that shaped 2025 and prepare to vote when the time comes.

• Watch on YouTube
• Watch on Spotify
• Listen on Apple Podcasts