Brandywine YMCA Monday, July 4th, 1-4 PM: Independence Day Celebration at the Hanby Outdoor Center. Families can enjoy frozen sweet treats, family yard games like corn hole, and giant connect four, and more! Western Family YMCA Monday, July 4th, 11 AM-1 PM: Stop by the outdoor pool for family fun, freeze-pops and games. Bear-Glasgow YMCA…
Meoli Companies McDonald’s Restaurants & Lefty’s Alley And Eats Send Kids to Y Summer Camp
Lewes, Delaware – Meoli Companies McDonald’s Restaurants, and Lefty’s Alley and Eats have pledged to support the Sussex Family YMCA Summer camp by matching up to $5,000 in gifts from the community. Donations will give more than 20 local children the opportunity to have the “Best Summer Ever” at the Sussex Family Y summer camp….
Middletown Family Y Welcomes Tamisha Hopkins as New Executive Director
Wilmington, DE– The YMCA of Delaware is pleased to announce Tamisha Hopkins as the new YMCA Executive Director at the Middletown Family YMCA. Tamisha has worked for the YMCA of Delaware since September 2014, serving in many roles including Senior Membership Director at the Bear Y and most recently as the Sussex Family YMCA Executive…
5 Tips for Choosing a Fun-Filled, Safe Summer Camp
Delaware – Summer is just around the corner which means it is time to start thinking about how kids will spend their break. Camp experiences are an exciting part of childhood and can lead to positive growth but, they can also cause worry as parents think about how to keep their kids safe. With lots…
Middletown YMCA Construction Begins
Fueling economic development, improving community health, empowering youth, and bringing people together in the MOT Community Middletown, Delaware – The YMCA of Delaware is excited to announce that Middletown YMCA construction has begun in the vicinity of Silver Lake. A groundbreaking event will be held on Wednesday, April 27th at the Silver Lake YMCA Pool…
The Y Celebrates Women’s History Month
We’re celebrating women in March! Women’s History Month is dedicated to reflecting on the often-overlooked contributions of women in United States history. It all began in 1978 when the school district of Sonoma in California organized a week long celebration of women’s contributions to culture, history, and society. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter issued…
YMCA of Delaware Expands Diabetes Prevention Program to Combat Rise in Prediabetes
Now offering Spanish and online learning options Delaware – Following nearly two years of reduced physical activity due to COVID-19, statistics show prediabetes rates are on the rise. Currently, 88 million American adults (more than 1 in 3) have prediabetes but less than 16 percent know they have it. In Delaware, over one-quarter of adults…
YMCA of Delaware Celebrates Hosts Welcoming Week Events
Celebrations to take place at YMCA’s across the state Saturday, September 18, 2021 and Sunday, September 19, 2021 Wilmington, DE– This Welcoming Week (September 10-19), the YMCA of Delaware will join Welcoming America, other YMCAs, and organizations nationwide to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to communities and bring together all residents in a spirit of unity. Each year, Welcoming Week elevates the growing movement of communities that fully embrace new Americans and their contributions to…
YMCA Welcomes New Group VP/ Dover Executive Director
Dover, DE– The YMCA of Delaware is pleased to welcome John Rappaport as the Group Vice President and Dover YMCA Executive Director. As the Executive Director, John will help the branch reach its tremendous potential to grow membership and programs while advancing the mission of the Y. Additionally, he will support the expansion of the…
Western YMCA Wahoos Swim Team Brings Home National Titles
Wilmington, Delaware – The Western YMCA Wahoos Swim Team recently had a breakout performance at the YMCA National Long Course Swimming Festival. The Wahoos placed 6th overall combined, 3rd for men, 14th for women, and brought home National titles in three events, making it their best performance in the team’s 50-year history. Hosted at…