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Photo of Ottawa MVP Layla Pohtos with representatives from Ottawa University and the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, holding an oversized check for her scholarship of $25,000
JUNE 23, 2025

A First for Female Flag Football: YMCA and Ottawa University Host National Tournament

The excitement was palpable on Saturday, June 21, 2025, as the inaugural YMCAKC x OttawaU Female Flag Nationals took place...
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Two kids smiling and looking at their coach.
JUNE 9, 2025

Kids in Motion: Sports-Based Program Keeps Kids Active All Summer

Kids in MotionPLATTE COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER SOUTHAges: 7-12 yearsDays: Monday-FridayTime: 3-4 p.m.Cost: $30/week for members, $45/week for community participants About...
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Fusion Summer STEAM
JUNE 4, 2025

Ignite Curiosity This Summer at the Fusion Summer STEAM Camp!

How to Register HOW TO REGISTERRegistration is in-person only. Visit the Linwood YMCA / James B. Nutter Sr. Community Center...
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Blue background with The Movement, YMCA of Greater Kansas City, Let's Go, 165 years of impact, 165 years ahead text. Photo of CEO Mark Hulet, with Kansas City, MO Mayor Quenton Lucas, and Aquatic Director Sabrah Parsons posing with 10 children after a water safety class. White YMCA logo at the top left corner.
MAY 6, 2025

‘Not One More’ – Eliminating Drowning in Kansas City

Drowning is 100% preventable—and yet it remains the leading cause of death for children ages 1–4. For Black children ages 10–14,...
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An adult mentor and youth match with Big Brothers Big Sisters enjoy time together exercising on treadmills at a greater Kansas City location as part of the Y's partnership
MAY 5, 2025

New Partnership With Big Brothers Big Sisters Supports Youth Mentorship

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City (BBBSKC) and the YMCA of Greater Kansas City are proud to announce a new partnership...
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Photo of two Chiefs football players using masks, and Max Burt, Y Challenger athlete, in the middle. YMCA white logo on the top right corner. Text on the bottom says "Y Challenger Sports, Autism Awareness Month".
APRIL 4, 2025

Max’s Challenger Journey: Celebrating Inclusion During Autism Awareness Month

April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the unique strengths and talents of individuals with autism while also...
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Blue background with The Movement, YMCA of Greater Kansas City, Let's Go, 165 years of impact, 165 years ahead text. Photo of CEO Mark Hulet with five kids with arms up. White YMCA logo at the top left corner.
APRIL 3, 2025

Discover Healthy Kids Day, Kids Night Out (and MORE!)

Join The Movement, the official podcast of the YMCA of Greater Kansas City, as we visit the Bonner Springs Family YMCA...
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APRIL 1, 2025

Blue Wave Swimmers Join COOL Swim Team

Platte County Community Center North is proud to partner with COOL to provide a USA Swimming team in Platte City. ...
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