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YMCA OF GREATER KANSAS CITY

About the YMCA of Greater Kansas City

Our Mission

The YMCA of Greater Kansas City, founded on Christian principles, is a charitable organization with an inclusive environment committed to enriching the quality of family, spiritual, social, mental and physical well-being.

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Careers

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Y Club Academy

For a better us

At the Y, we give parents child care, young adults job training, seniors a way to connect, and children a safe place to go. We believe that everyone—no matter who they are or where they’re from—deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential and be their best selves.
Our Locations
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Growing with Kansas City

The Y has been at the heart of Kansas City for well over a century, expanding with the city and area to provide a place to play, learn, be healthy, eat well, and give back. Each year, more than 65,000 people in our communities connect with the resources, relationships, and opportunities through the Y.

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Our Leadership

We're powered by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors and a passionate executive team. Together, we focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility to create a stronger, more vibrant Kansas City for all.
Board of Directors

Dr. Michelle Robin
Chief Volunteer Officer
Your Wellness Connection

 

John Passanisi
Immediate Past Chief Volunteer Officer
Ernst & Young, LLP

 

Dr. Andrea Hendricks
Chief Volunteer Officer Elect
Authentico

 

Greg Westbrook
Secretary
Retired

 

Jeremy Gaskill
Assistant Secretary
Humana

 

Ryan Humphrey
Treasurer
BOK Financial

 

Allen Blair
Retired

 

India Boulton
T-Mobile

 

Mitzi Cardenas
University Health

 

Craig Gaffney
Retired

 

Mark Garrett
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

 

Theresa Garza
Spire

 

Gealita Greenhill
Murphy-Hoffman Company

 

Grant Harrison
VanTrust Real Estate, LLC

 

Brian Johanning
Superior Bowen

 

Mark Moberly
Sunflower Development Group

 

Julie Pierce
Henderson Engineers

 

Cici Rojas
Tico Productions LLC | Tico Sports

 

Shauna Schwart
Hallmark Cards, Inc.

 

Susan Schaefer
JE Dunn Construction

 

Julie Sola
Harrah's Kansas City Casino and Hotel

 

Doug Spear
AdventHealth

 

Gayle Sweitzer
The University of Kansas Health System

Foundation Board of Directors

Allen Blair
President
Retired

 

Liz Anne McElhaney
Edward Jones

 

Gary Remley
Secretary/Treasurer
Assured Partners, Inc.

 

Madeline Romious
AT&T Missouri

 

Greg Westbrook
Retired

Senior Leadership

Mark Hulet
President and Chief Executive Officer
816.360.3318

 

Angie Lassley
Chief Operations Officer
816.360.3304

 

Lisa Adams
Chief People Officer
816.360.3374

 

Kelli McClure
Chief Financial Officer
816.360.3323

 

Lora Tidwell
Senior Executive Assistant
816.360.3340

 

Troy Patterson
Senior Vice President, Technology
816.360.3391

 

Darcy Swan
Senior Vice President, Youth Development
913.387.2431

 

Paige Salveter
Senior Vice President, Brand Strategy
816.360.3315

 

Scott Barnhard
Senior Vice President, Development
816.561.9622

 

Gretchen Deaton
Vice President, People Engagement and Experience
816.360.3302

 

Kelley Grassi
Vice President, People Services
816.360.3338

 

Patty Lucas
Vice President, Head Start
816.921.0500

 

Paula Oxler
Vice President, Marketing and Communications
816.360.3358

 

Katie Vivas
Vice President, Operations
816.379.3917

Media Relations

As the unparalleled cause for strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, we understand the need for accurate and clear communications as well as the need for expert resources on these topics.

 

The Y can offer experts on topics including:

  • Water safety and swim lessons
  • Chronic disease prevention and management, including diabetes, hypertension, arthritis and wellness after cancer
  • Health and wellness for individuals and families
  • Nutrition, healthy eating and weight loss
  • Healthy aging and fall prevention for older adults
  • Early education and preschool
  • After school activities and care
  • Youth sports
  • Summer day camp and enrichment
  • Adaptive sports and recreational programs for youth with special needs
  • And much more

 

 

Media Contact

If you are a member of the media working on a Y story, looking for a story or needing an expert for an existing story, please contact us.

 

Media Contact: Marketing and Communications Team, MarCom@KansasCityYMCA.org

 

Media Team Cell Phone: 816.682.3168