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MARCH 30, 2021
New Kirk Family YMCA Begins First Phase With Summer Day Camp
The new Kirk Family YMCA in downtown Kansas City will open in phases, beginning with enrollment for a summer day...
MARCH 12, 2021
North Kansas City YMCA & Tohi Wellness Beverages Celebrate Food Pantry Re-Opening
The Marketplace Outreach Pantry at the North Kansas City YMCA has reopened. To celebrate and help fight growing food insecurity...
MARCH 10, 2021
Why Pronouns Matter
As a community organization for all, committed to advancing equity and inclusion for all, the Y encourages inclusive language. One...
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Y Partners with Walmart and City of KCMO to Offer Vaccines
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, Walmart Inc., and the YMCA of Greater Kansas City announced a COVID-19 vaccine partnership beginning Thursday, February 26, and...
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Debunking Swim Lesson Myths
Teaching children how to be safe in and around water is one of the most important life skills parents can...
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Self-Care for Your Mind and Body: 4-Week Virtual Mental Health Series
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted us in many ways. Older adults are facing increased isolation, which increases the likelihood of...
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
New Face Covering Guidelines in Platte County as of February 8, 2021
In response to updated guidelines from the Platte County Health Department, we will have updated face covering policies beginning Monday,...
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
YMCA of Greater Kansas City Awarded Healthy KC’s Workplace Wellness Gold Certification
Now more than ever we’ve seen the importance of a healthy workforce. We’re proud to announce we have received the...