Walnut Street YMCA: 85 Years of Hope, Strength, and Community
For 85 years, the Walnut Street YMCA has stood as a cornerstone of strength, equity, and opportunity in Wilmington. Since opening its doors in 1940, the Y has been more…
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The Y For All – Celebrating Juneteenth Together
At the Y, we celebrate this powerful moment in our nation’s history together and honor the enslaved individuals who suffered for so many years. As we remember, we encourage you…
Six Tips to Keep in Mind for National Water Safety Month
May is National Water Safety Month. When the weather starts to heat up, the pools, lakes, oceans, rivers and other bodies of water start calling! From the Brandywine River to…
Introducing YMCA360
We’re excited to introduce YMCA360—your all-in-one platform designed to transform and elevate your Y experience. Starting in mid-January, YMCA360 will gradually replace both the current Virtual Y website and the…
Diabetes Awareness Month
Did you know that of the 98 million Americans with prediabetes, over 8 in 10 adults don’t know they have it? This November, the YMCA of Delaware encourages Delaware residents…
YMCA of Delaware Canned Food & Clothing Drive
Build Muscle and Community As the weather gets colder, families across the state are on the lookout for winter clothing and non-perishable food to help get through the winter months…
Local High School Students Propose Delaware Connections Project in Washington D.C.
The YMCA of Delaware is excited to welcome home local high school students Pamela Argudo-Rodriguez and Siddhi Dinavahi of the Charter School of Wilmington who participated in the 2024 YMCA…
Listening, Learning, and Celebrating Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the…
Access to School-Age Care in Delaware
Kathryn Luebke came to work at the YMCA of Delaware as a personal trainer. Once she had children, she faced a decision: Is it cost effective to work? “If you…
High School Basketball Star Donates To The Y
Dean Shepherd, Delaware Boys Basketball Gatorade Player of the Year, Donates $1,000 To Bear-Glasgow YMCA The Shepherd family is a mainstay at the Bear-Glasgow Y. Twin brothers Dean and Dylan…