Articles from YMCA of the USA

CHICAGO , March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the 2,600+ YMCAs across the country, is excited to partner with General Motors (GM) to enhance STEM education opportunities for youth in rural communities across the country. Through this collaboration, Y-USA and GM aim to bridge educational gaps and equip young learners with the skills needed to thrive in an evolving workforce.

CHICAGO and DENVER, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the 2,600+ YMCAs across the country, is excited to expand its collaboration with DaVita, a leading provider of comprehensive kidney care, to advance chronic disease education and prevention for individuals and their families who are either managing or at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD). CKD disproportionately affects individuals with risk factors such as hypertension and diabetes.

Free and open to the public, this annual event features a day of fun-filled activities to celebrate kids being kids.

Greensboro, NC, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the nearly 2,600 YMCAs across the country, is proud to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the YMCA National Short Course Swimming Championship, April 3-7 in Greensboro, NC. Over the past 100 years, this event has played host to thousands of spectacular swimmers – many who have gone on to compete at the collegiate, professional and masters levels, as well as in the Olympic Games – many of whom brought home medals.

Chicago, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YMCA of the USA (Y-USA), the national resource office for the nearly 2,600 Ys across the country, is pleased to announce the addition of seven new members to its National Board of Directors. The 27-member board sets strategic direction and policy to support the Y’s mission and work to strengthen community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other.