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Nicky Lopez presents a check to Andre Sigler, Associate Executive Director of the Linwood YMCA, to fund financial literacy programs.
APRIL 5, 2024

Financial Literacy Program Begins with Kansas City Credit Union and Royals Nicky Lopez

Kansas City Credit Union launched the “Catch Success” campaign for financial literacy along with Kansas City Royals infielder, Nicky Lopez,...
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Teal graphic with text: "boundary violations warning signs, child abuse prevention month"
APRIL 1, 2024

Child Abuse Prevention Month | Recognizing Boundary Violations and Warning Signs

At the Y, creating safe spaces for youth to learn, grow and thrive is our top priority. Kids need a...
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Y Graphic with text: "Talking with Your Children About Abuse. Child Abuse Prevention Month."
APRIL 1, 2024

Child Abuse Prevention Month | Talking with Your Children About Abuse

Many parents and caregivers find speaking to their children about abuse to be uncomfortable. Framing these conversations around other safety...
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Six kids are gathered together outside smiling at the camera
APRIL 1, 2024

YMCA of Greater Kansas City Kicks Off Summer with Annual Healthy Kids Day

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is hosting the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day® on Saturday, April 29, 2023, encouraging...
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Prairie Village Community Center Campus Public Meeting. Come learn about potential site configurations. Drop in anytime from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, April 4, 2024. Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse. 9101 Nall Ave., Prairie Village, KS 66207. Prairie Village, Kansas, logo. YMCA logo. Johnson County Library logo. www.pvkansas.com/communitycenter. Photo of first community meeting, showing a room full of people and people sitting at a round table writing feedback on pieces of paper.
MARCH 21, 2024

Prairie Village Community Center Campus Study: Next Public Meeting is April 4

The Prairie Village Community Center Campus project team is hosting the second in-person, open house public meeting from 4-7 p.m....
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aerial view of Prairie Highlands Golf Course
MARCH 15, 2024

Join Us: Olathe Family YMCA Annual Golf Tournament

Monday, September 8, 2025 Prairie Highlands Golf Club Help support the Olathe Family YMCA Annual Campaign by joining us for...
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Challenger Models Alexis and Cole walk the runway
MARCH 10, 2024

14th Annual Challenge Your Fashion Presented by Pro Athlete

Challenge Your Fashion presented by Pro Athlete was filled with fun, fashion and great times. Our 14th annual event was...
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Lorenzo Harrison, 2024 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders
MARCH 5, 2024

Lorenzo Harrison Named One of NAA’s 2024 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders

The National AfterSchool Association (NAA), the voice of the afterschool profession and lead organization for the advancement of afterschool professionals...
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