As an advocate of the Y, you can help: • Influence policies and initiatives that help you develop healthy behaviors, values and life skills • Prevent and combat chronic disease • Build trust and understanding among community groups and decision makers • Positively impact societal issues of importance to the nation and your community The Y is a nonprofit like no other. Advocate in support of a movement working every day to build healthier and stronger communities.

The Y is a nonprofit like no other. Advocate in support of a movement working every day to build healthier and stronger communities. The Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical social needs for nearly 160 years. Whether developing skills through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse demographic populations through global service, or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and deserve. YMCA volunteers, donors, leaders and partners throughout the state are empowering Kansans to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.