KANSAS STATE ALLIANCE OF YMCAs
(816) 679-8251
KANSAS STATE ALLIANCE OF YMCAs
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SERVICE
VOLUNTEERISM
ADVANCING EQUITY
BUILDING CAREERS
The Y provides a supportive
environment for families of all
backgrounds, ages, and abilities
where people can meet their health
and wellbeing goals through
exercise, nutrition, and chronic
disease prevention programs.
510,193 Kansans
served by 10 YMCA
associations
6,495 volunteers
donated 195,527
hours
Over 37,000 new Kansas
users of YMCA360
The Y is the charity of choice for
thousands of Kansans who
donated
$18.6 million in 2023. These
volunteers gave $8.6 million
worth of their time, talent and
effort to better Kansas
communities.
With almost 1 million users nationwide and 2,500+ classes,
YMCA360 is strengthening our state’s health resiliency by
promoting activity and healthy lifestyle choices to people of
all ages, abilities, and geographic locations. Now every
community in Kansas can access the Y
3,418
Kansans
employed
The Y employs neighbors to help
neighbors. Kansas YMCAs employ
thousands of full-time, part-time and
seasonal staff—many of them youth.
This large and diverse workforce is an
economic engine in our state.
TOGETHERHOOD
MEETING COMMUNITY NEEDS
Thanks to $18.6 million in donations from
generous community members, all Ys are
able to offer direct financial assistance to
individuals and families so they can
participate in programs and services that
enhance their health and wellbeing. Our
child care assistance scholarships allow
families to go to work knowing their
children are safe and receiving quality
care.
$10.478,753 given in
financial assistance
THRIVING YOUTH
The Y is committed to empowering children to lead healthy,
active lifestyles. From gaining confidence to building positive
relationships with adults and kids alike, youth at the Y develop
lifelong, healthy habits from the inside out. 11,282 youth learned
life-saving swim skills, and 23,806 kids learned teamwork and
stayed active in our youth sports programs. 139,254 kids were
impacted by a Y program or service in 2023.
1 in 4 Kansas kids served
CHILD CARE
As the largest child care provider in Kansas, the Y provides
youth with the tools and resources they need to succeed in life.
8,781 kids and teens explored new interests, learned new skills
and built relationships at 27 summer day and overnight camps.
3,735 children prepared for kindergarten in 19 early learning
programs. 6,613 youth discovered support and friendship
in 101 before and after school programs
Over 19,000 kids nurtured
Kansas State Alliance of YMCAs • Jennifer Bruning, Executive Director • 816-679-8251 • jbruning@ksymca.org • ksymca.org
One in six children in Kansas
struggle with hunger every day.
Through partnerships with food
banks, schools and other nonprofits,
and the USDA’s Child and Adult Food
Program and Summer Food Service
Program, YMCAs serve as a partner
in helping feed Kansas’ kids.
Kansas Y programs help prevent social isolation in older
Kansas adults by allowing them to connect and engage in
meaningful activities. Small lifestyle changes such as
increasing physical activity, eating healthier and staying
active socially can help older adults live better.
53,941 Kansas seniors
connected
1 in 5 Kansas kids and adults
participated in Y programs and services
in 2023, building community by bringing
people of all ages and walks of life
together to identify goals and encourage
teamwork and wellness.
1 in 5 Kansans
impacted
1,236,206 health
meals & snacks
served
COMMU
NITY AT
OUR CORE
KANSAS STATE ALLIANCE OF Y
MCAs 2023
Improving individual and
community well-being
Providing support and in
spiring
action
in our communities
AREA OF IMPACT:
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Empowering young people to reach their full potenti al
AREA OF IMPACT:
SOCIAL RE
SPONSIBILI
TY
AREA OF IMPACT:
HEALTHY LIVING
HEALTHY. CONFIDENT. CONNECTED. SECURE.
Camp Wood Y
MCA
Elmdale, KS • Re s ident CampDodge City Family YMCA
Do dg e Ci t y, KS 1 Membership Branch 8 Before/Afterschool Sites 1 Day Camp
Greater Wichita YM
CA
Wi c h i t a, KS Andov er/Dr. Jim Farha YMCA Downtown/Robert D. Lov e YMCA East YMCA El Dorado YM CA Hutchin son YMCA Newto n YMCA North/Dennis Schoenebec k YMCA Northwest/Ken Sh annon YMCA South/Richard A. Devo re Y MCA West YMCA WSU/Stev e Clark YMCA 11 Membership Branches 1 0 Early Learning Centers 14 Before/Afterschool Sites 7 Day Camps (includi ng Camp Hyde) 3 Farha Sp orts Centers
Junction City Family YMCA
Junction City KS 1 Membership Branch 1 Early Learning Center 1 Before/Afterschool Site 1 Day Camp
McPherson Family YMCA
McPherson, KS 1 Membership Branch 2 Before/Afterschool Sites
Pittsburg Family YMCA
Pittsburg KS 1 Membership Branch 2 Before/Afterschool Sites 1 Day Camp
SalinaFamily YMCA
Salina KS 1 Membership Branch 3 Early Learning Center s 4 Before/Afterschool Sites 1 Day Camp
YMCA of Greater Kansas City
Kansas City, MO Atchison YMCA Bonner Spri ngs YMCA Olathe YMCA Paul Henson YMCA (Prairie Village) Providence YMCA (K ansas City) 5 Membership Branches (KS) 3 Preschool/Pre-K Centers 58 B efore/Afterschool Sites 12 Day Camp s
YMCA of Southwest Kansas
Garden CityKS 1 Membership Branch 1 YMCA Activity Center (The Do me) 1 Early Learning Center 9 Before/Aft erschool Sites 1 Day Camp
YMCA of Topeka
Topeka, KS 1 Membership Branch 1 Early Learning Center 3 Before/Aft erschool Sites 1 Day Camp
With 10
Associ
ations
servin
g
510,193 Kansan
s in
25
communities,
Kansas
Y
MCAs are
here to
support
everyone.
STRENGTHENIG
KANSAS
COM
MUNITIES
The K ansas State Alliance of YMCAs advocates, promotes and suppo rts all K ansas YMCAs as they work to strengthen their communities and connect all people to their potenti al, purpos e and each other.
KANSAS STATE ALLIANCE OF YMCAs
KANSAS STATE ALLIANCE OF YMCAs
About
Advocacy
ADVOCATE
FOR OUR
CAUSE
made by webdebsites
Welcome to the Kansas State Alliance of YMCAs
Kansas Statewide Community Impact page. At
the heart of our mission lies the dedication to
advocate, promote, and bolster the efforts of
YMCAs across Kansas. With each annual
update, we’ll present fresh insights,
highlighting the strides we’ve taken together in
our ongoing journey of strengthening Kansas
communities and nurturing the potential and
purpose of those we serve.
STATEWIDE COMMUNITY
IMPACT
