About 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.

Careers

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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

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.

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.

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

Kevin Neager
Vice President, Finance/Controller
816.360.3330

Paula Oxler
Vice President, Marketing and Communications
816.360.3358

Katie Vivas
Vice President, Operations
816.379.3917

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

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

About the YMCA of Greater Kansas City