From The Ground Up
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Welcoming Week celebrates the growing movement of communities that fully embrace new Americans and their contributions to the social fabric of our country. Join us for a celebration of our communities September 13-22!
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When communities get better, the world gets better. Discover how we positively impact the nation—and how you can help us—one neighborhood at a time.
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Hurricane Dorian brought devastation to the Bahamas, killing dozens and leaving hundreds missing and homeless. YMCA World Service is collecting donations for YMCA of Grand Bahama.
News From the Y
September 4, 2019
The Y is inspiring future generations to embrace STEM through year-round youth development programs.
August 28, 2019
Romper talks with Lindsay Mondick, Senior Manager of Aquatics, to learn how often kids should take swim lessons.
August 18, 2019
For four days earlier this month, more than 3,000 representatives of the YMCA convened in London to celebrate 175 years of the organization's worldwide impact.
August 16, 2019
SheKnows.com looks at how parents can encourage their children's participation in sports as well as how to handle the situation when they want to quit.
August 15, 2019
82-year-old Bob Jamieson started volunteering with the kids at his local YMCA three years ago, when one of the children needed an "Honorary Grandpa" for a Grandparents' Day celebration. He's been giving his time there twice a week since then!
August 6, 2019
Getting your workout in can be difficult when you have kids, but gyms that offer child care make it a little easier for parents to hit their fitness goals. What to Expect rounds up the best gyms with child care and includes the YMCA on their list.
