WHAT: We invite you to join the YMCA of Delaware to celebrate Women’s History Month on Monday, March 20th at the Brandywine YMCA in Wilmington, DE. The event will feature music that celebrates women’s voices, activities, and story sharing and will honor Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.). The Congresswoman will receive the YMCA Congressional Award…
Celebrating Women’s History Month at the YMCA – March
About Women’s History Month Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed Pub. L. 97-28 which authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982 as “Women’s History Week.” Since 1995, presidents have issued a series of annual proclamations designating the month of March…
Walnut Street YMCA Reaches New Heights With Drone Soccer Program Launch
Wilmington, Delaware – The Walnut Street YMCA will launch a new Drone Soccer program with a kickoff event scheduled for Saturday, February 11th at 1 p.m. The Y is currently looking to secure an $80,000 investment to run the program. Drone Soccer is an indoor team sport where radio-controlled quadcopters are wrapped in protective shields…
Celebrating A Diverse December
By Pei-Jen Hickey, YMCA of Delaware Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator As children, many of us were comforted by our own family’s holiday traditions. Our sense of home was influenced by the smells, tastes and rituals of the familiar. As we grow up and interact with more people from various backgrounds and cultures, we learn…
YMCA Essence Legacy Performing Arts Program Expands, Aims to Keep Kids Safe
Wilmington, DE – The YMCA Essence Legacy Performing Arts program aims to provide a safe outlet to area kids. Located at the Walnut Street YMCA in Wilmington, Essence Legacy has expanded from a Percussion & Drill team, to incorporate Step, Majorette, Color Guard and Cheerleading. A program that started in 2016 with just 16 participants…
YMCA of Delaware Holds Donation Drive For Community Members In Need
The YMCA of Delaware is currently collecting nonperishable food, hats, scarves, gloves and coats for our donation drive. Donations support the Y Mission Market located at the Central YMCA. The Y Mission Market is a free store, open to community members, that aims to combat hunger and provide for those in need. The Market features…
National Native American Heritage Month
The YMCA of Delaware joins in celebrating the heritage, culture, and experience of Indigenous peoples both historically and in American life today. November is National Native American Heritage Month – a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories while acknowledging the important contributions of Indigenous People. During this month we raise awareness…
Need To Know: New Cardio Equipment
YMCA of Delaware locations upgraded their Fitness Centers with new YMCA cardio equipment in the Fall of 2022. Some branches received structural renovations, others got a fresh coat of paint, but all now tout top-of-the-line Life Fitness cardio equipment. Whether you choose to use a new treadmill, elliptical, or powermill climber, there are so many…
YMCA of Delaware Names Jarrett Royster as New CEO
Wilmington, DE — Following an extensive national search, Jarrett Royster has been named as the Chief Executive Officer of the YMCA of Delaware. Jarrett, who comes to Delaware with more than 34 years of YMCA experience, is a cause-driven leader dedicated to improving the well-being of children, adults, and families throughout the state with a…
YMCA of Delaware and EPIC Partner to Increase Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion for People with Disabilities
Disability Visibility Forum: Monday, October 31, 11:30 a.m. Delaware – In honor of Disability History and Awareness month, the YMCA of Delaware has partnered with EPIC (Endless Possibilities in the Community) to host a Disability Visibility Forum on Monday, October 31st at the Bear-Glasgow YMCA. The goal of the forum is to help increase awareness, respect and…