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John Passanisi, Chief Volunteer Officer, and John Mikos, Greater Kansas City YMCA President and CEO, handing awards to volunteer award recipient.
DECEMBER 17, 2019

Congrats to our 2019 Spirit of Service Volunteer Award Recipients

The Y recognized volunteers for their service at our annual Spirit of Service volunteer appreciation and celebration event held December...
Blue Springs Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

The Y Looks to Transition for the Future in Eastern Jackson County

Based on the changing community and as part of a larger strategic plan to align programs and services with community...
3 competitors hold their medals up after the Candy Cane Course.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Candy Cane Course 5K and 10K Run

Saturday, December 7, 2020 North Kansas City YMCA Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course, sponsored by North Kansas...
Young girl eating an apply slice in promotion of of the Nutrition Programs at the YMCA of Greater Kansas City
AUGUST 14, 2019

Olathe Family YMCA Launches Mobile Pantry Food Distribution Program

Mobile Pantry Food Distribution ProgramEvery 1st Wednesday2-3:30 p.m.Olathe Family YMCA Did you know 1 in 6 children in the metro...
Happy 175th Birthday to the YMCA!
JUNE 4, 2019

Celebrating the Y’s 175th Birthday

On June 6, 2019 the YMCA marks 175 years as more than a place, it is a nonprofit organization that...
North Kansas City YMCA food pantry stocked with healthy crackers, nuts and fresh fruits.
MAY 20, 2019

New Food Pantry at North Kansas City YMCA Addresses Food Insecurity

To address food insecurity, the North Kansas City YMCA opened a new community food pantry. The pantry focuses on providing...
Event attendees and Y staff gather for a photo in front of the New American Welcome Center.
MARCH 20, 2019

The Y’s New Americans Welcome Center: A Beacon of Hope for Kansas City’s Immigrants

Community Luncheon Supporting the New Americans Welcome Center Join us to learn how the North Kansas City YMCA NAWC is...
Group photo of all Challenge Your Fashion 2019 models.
JANUARY 28, 2019

12th Annual Challenge Your Fashion

The 12th annual Challenge Your Fashion event on Saturday, January 26, 2019 was filled with fun, fashion and great times....
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