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YMCA Of Delaware Celebrates Women’s History Month

Brandywine YMCA To Host Women’s Business Expo On March 20th Wilmington, Delaware – The YMCA of Delaware joins with organizations all over the country in celebrating Women’s History Month this March. This observance provides an opportunity for the YMCA to recognize and honor the contributions, achievements, and resilience of women in our community. All month…

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YMCA Of Delaware Gears Up for the Best Summer Ever

Programming keeps kids moving, exploring and learning all summer long. Wilmington, Delaware – At the end of the summer, families want to hear their child had “the best summer ever.” To help make that happen, the YMCA of Delaware is offering summer day and overnight camp options, keeping kids and teens throughout the state adventurous,…

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YMCA Of DE Announces 2024 Global Teens Trip To Kenya

Application deadline for participation is March 17th. Wilmington, DE – The YMCA of Delaware is excited to announce the 2024 Global Teens Trip to Kenya, a transformative two-week study abroad opportunity for young people in Delaware. In partnership with New Castle County, this program aims to develop international understanding, leadership skills, and cultural competency among…

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Y Tips & Programs During Heart Month

Wilmington, Delaware – February is American Heart Month, and with recently published research indicating blood pressure control has worsened in both men an woman since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the YMCA of Delaware urges our community members to make their health a priority by getting a blood pressure screening. Blood pressure guidelines from…

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Western Family YMCA Hires New Community Executive

Wilmington, Delaware – After an extensive search, the YMCA of Delaware is excited to announce Francisco Zambrano as the new Community Executive Director of the Western Family YMCA. Francisco comes to the Delaware YMCAs with more than 20 years of experience. The first 12 years of Zambrano’s career saw him rise through the ranks of…

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YMCA of Delaware Celebrates Black History Month

EVENTS TO HIGHLIGHT DELAWARE TRAILBLAZERS Wilmington, Delaware – The YMCA of Delaware is excited to celebrate Black History Month with a lineup of events in February. The Y prides itself in being an inclusive organization committed to welcoming all people regardless of ethnicity, race, religion, or background. They believe that in a diverse world, communities…

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Tips For A Healthier 2024

Utilize some simple New Year’s Resolutions for big health benefits in the new year! Delaware – Out with the old (habits) and in with the new! The YMCA of Delaware is dedicated to creating healthier communities and improving the health and well-being of every individual and family they serve. As we head into the new…

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YMCA of Delaware Set For Holiday Celebrations

Wilmington, Delaware – The YMCA of Delaware is preparing for a busy December with events across the First State to celebrate the holiday season. We are the Y For All and will have items and messaging on display to highlight and inform about various holidays. There will also be a variety of initiatives and events…

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YMCA Youth In Government Helps Mold Future Leaders

Wilmington, Delaware – As the political climate heats up throughout Delaware, the Y continues to prepare for a busy November within the Youth in Government (YIG) program. YIG, a program of YMCA of the USA, allows teens to serve in model governments at the local, state, national, and international levels. Participants immerse themselves in experiential…

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