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Action
in Adversity

When the devastating effects of COVID-19 landed on our doorstep, we took action. We quickly mobilized our people, facilities and programs to provide essential services; to fill gaps in availability of care and support; to provide outreach for those isolated by lockdowns; and to open our doors to support vaccine distribution. The Y continues to serve the most pressing needs of our community as we work to help our community recover, thrive and belong.

Solutions for Families

Filling the Gaps

Thanks to the unwavering support of our members, volunteers and donors, the YMCA of Greater Kansas City has continued to provide people a lifeline for healthy living, youth development and social responsibility.

Your Support
Counts

Every dollar donated to the Y has a lasting impact, right here in greater Kansas City. The Y passionately focuses on strengthening communities - bridging gaps of income, race, religion, age and more. But we can’t do it alone. With the support of generous donors like you, the Y provides everyone the opportunity to be healthy and thrive, to connect with others, and contribute to a better community. 

  • $30 provides a new American essential skills to thrive in our community
  • $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
  • $150 feeds a family of four for a week to help prevent hunger
  • $200 provides a week of summer day camp to help a child keep learning all summer
  • $250 gives a family access to the Y for six months to improve social, mental and physical well-being  

Meeting Community Needs In Response to COVID-19

With the help of donors like you, the Y will continue to meet the needs of our most vulnerable neighbors during the pandemic and beyond.

Ilustration of student at computer wearing headphones, 2,401
2,401 STUDENTS SUPPORTED in full-day, in-person virtual learning spaces and before and after school programs offering learning support and care to help working families
Illustration of hands making a heart shape, 31,609
31,609 CHECK-IN CALLS to seniors to prevent social isolation and provide healthy living resources
Illustration of the world with people holding hands in a circle around it, 775
775 ASSOCIATES AND COMMUNITY LEADERS engaged in conversations and educational experiences to advance diversity, equity and inclusion
Illustration of first aid kit, 8,300+
8,300+ PEOPLE VACCINATED at clinics hosted by the Y to serve communities disproportionately affected by the health and economic impacts of the pandemic
Illustration of person saying Thank You, 204
204 KIDS CARED FOR at essential child care sites supporting health care workers, first responders, and other front-line workers
Illustration of plate of food with chicken leg, break, apple and broccoli - 94,851
94,851 MEALS AND SNACKS to prevent hunger for individuals and families not sure where their next meal will come from
Illustration of book, 539
539 FAMILIES SUPPORTED with educational resources, food and more for their infants and preschoolers in our Head Start programs

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