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Category Youth Development

Blue background with The Movement, YMCA of Greater Kansas City, Let's Go, 165 years of impact, 165 years ahead text. Photo of CEO Mark Hulet, with Kansas City, MO Mayor Quenton Lucas, and Aquatic Director Sabrah Parsons posing with 10 children after a water safety class. White YMCA logo at the top left corner.
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,...
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An adult mentor and youth match with Big Brothers Big Sisters enjoy time together exercising on treadmills at a greater Kansas City location as part of the Y's partnership
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...
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Photo of two Chiefs football players using masks, and Max Burt, Y Challenger athlete, in the middle. YMCA white logo on the top right corner. Text on the bottom says "Y Challenger Sports, Autism Awareness Month".
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...
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Blue background with The Movement, YMCA of Greater Kansas City, Let's Go, 165 years of impact, 165 years ahead text. Photo of CEO Mark Hulet with five kids with arms up. White YMCA logo at the top left corner.
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...
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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. ...
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Blue background with The YMCA logo, The Movement of Greater Kansas City and the Let's Go Campaign mark saying 165 Years of Impact, 165 Years Ahead. A picture with two women and a kid in the middle.
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,...
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JANUARY 16, 2025

YMCA of Greater Kansas City Partners with Ottawa University to Grow Girls’ Flag Football

Ottawa University Director of Athletics, Janet Eaton-Smith, is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with the YMCA of Greater Kansas...
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YMCA graphic. Healthy Habits Start Early, Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Featuring an image of a child smiling.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Refresh Healthy Habits this School Year with the Y

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and as children and families start their new school-year routines, it’s a perfect time...
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