The Boy Scouts of America is one of the largest youth organizations in the United States. Kansas City has a strong scout establishment. Residents in the area can find a great troop and council to attend. The objectives of the BSA are referred to as Aims of Scouting: character development, citizenship training, and personal fitness. The BSA pursues these aims through an informal education system...
Little League baseball is a non-profit youth sports organization. While it is headquartered in South Williamsport, PA, it organizes baseball leagues and teams across the United States. Teams across the country compete in their league and may progress to regional and national stages. The Little League was founded by Carl Stotz in 1939. Today, millions enjoy baseball. Youth can participate in the...
The Young Men's Christian Association (commonly known as "YMCA" or in the USA "the Y") is a worldwide organization with a strong presence in the United States and Kansas City. In 1844 the organization was founded in London, England by Sir George Williams, put Christian principles into practice, achieved by developing "a healthy spirit, mind, and body." All YMCA programs have a strong importa...
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