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YMCA OF
GREATER KANSAS CITY

YMCA OF GREATER KANSAS CITY

Our Impact

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Building a Connected Community

Our Y connects neighbors to opportunity, families to support and every generation to a place they belong. Swim lessons, inclusive sports, senior connection, and food support—your gift helps thousands in our community thrive. See how you’re making a difference in our latest impact report.

Making an Impact, One Number at a Time

Eliminating Drowning

 

5,267 kids learned life-saving swim and water safety skills.

Inclusion for All Abilities

 

831 youth and young adults with disabilities played on a team and made friends in Challenger.

Belonging For All

 

21,381 seniors ages 65 and older stayed active and made connections to help prevent social isolation.

Preventing Hunger

 

469,622 pounds of food distributed to 42,363 people in need.

Education For All

 

8,435 children found safety, friendship, and inspiration in our before and after-school programs and day camps.

Member visits

 

1,658,507 member visits to Ys across the metro.

Volunteerism

 

2,166 volunteers contributed 26,046 hours. That’s 1085.25 days of continuous service, a river of compassion flowing through our city.

Youth Sports

 

On fields and courts, 3,705 youth discovered their strength goes beyond muscles.

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Your Support Counts

No matter the amount, your gift speaks volumes. Every dollar directly supports our mission to strengthen our community. Your generosity ensures equitable access to YMCA programs and addresses critical needs in our community. Thank you for being a part of positive change.

  • $30 feeds a family of 4 for a week to prevent hunger.
  • $55 helps a child learn life-saving skills through a session of swim lessons
  • $100 helps a child of any ability stay active and be part of a team through sports
  • $250 gives a family access to the Y for six months to improve social, mental and physical well-being 
  • $500 provides 3 kids a week of summer day camp
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Take Action. Give Today.

Together, we're not just changing lives, we're writing the next chapter of Kansas City's legacy, an your contribution makes it possible.

 

Y Impact Stories

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA

Pedaling For Parkinson's

The Y's Learn to Swim Program

Youth Sports