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Did you know that Black History Month has roots associated with the YMCA? In 1915, Carter G. Woodson, a University of Chicago alumnus, arrived in Chicago to attend a national celebration of the 50th anniversary of emancipation sponsored by the state of Illinois.

One way the Y has responded to meet community needs during the pandemic is by launching an innovative virtual learning and child care program called Y Learning Academy. To make the program possible, the Y worked with partners that provided space to run the program. One partner was United Methodist Church of the Resurrection. Learn more about how working together has helped kids and families in our community.

From Friday, January 15, King’s birthday, through Friday, January 22, the Y encourages everyone to get involved to better our community in 2021. Read our blog for service project ideas and a special giveaway on social media.

Watch a new video from President and CEO John Mikos and read this important update about how your help is essential to continue to provide hope to our neighbors in need. Together, we can provide food for those who are hungry, child care and virtual learning spaces so parents can go to work, and outreach to seniors who are feeling isolated.

Anyone can fall down--especially in winter weather.

Kathy Armitage, active lifestyles director at Platte County Community Center South operated by the YMCA, is a specialist in working with active older adults. She offers the following reminders to help all ages prevent falls. 

This year, we’ve launched services to support those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 fight, and we’ve focused on meeting the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. Now we need your support to continue this important work. Learn more in this update from President and CEO John Mikos.

You could reduce your income tax for 2020, all while supporting essential Y programs and services for individuals, families and seniors. 

Learn about new opportunities available to help increase the impact of your gifts made through December 31, 2020.

Relief is here for families. Families can now enroll in Y Club Academy before and after school programs and full-day Y Learning Academy programs in Kansas at no cost through the end of the year! 

Read our Board-approved open letter on equity and justice.