Black History Month has roots associated with the YMCA. In 1915, Carter G. Woodson, a University of Chicago alumnus, arrived in Chicago to attend a national celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of emancipation sponsored by the state of Illinois. Inspired by this three-week celebration where thousands of African Americans had traveled from across the…
YMCA OF DELAWARE COMPETITIVE SWIMMER QUALIFIES FOR OLYMPIC TRIALS
Wilmington, Delaware, January 4, 2021 – The YMCA of Delaware is pleased to announce that Tommy Janton, competitive swimmer and member of the Western YMCA Wahoos Swim Team, has recently qualified for the 2021 Olympic Trials in the 100 yard and 200 yard backstroke events. Janton started swimming at age 7 and has been swimming…
Mackenzie Scott Makes Historic Gift, Ensuring a Strong YMCA of Delaware for Generations
Wilmington, Delaware, December 15, 2020 –The YMCA of Delaware is excited to announce that they are the recipient of a transformational donation from author and philanthropist Mackenzie Scott. Scott, one of the richest women in the world, signed a giving pledge in 2019, promising to distribute her wealth to others. Her latest generosity provides 4.1…
YMCA Of Delaware: Here To Keep Everyone Healthy And Safe During The Winter Months
Physical Activity Vital to Reducing Disease and Stress Wilmington, Delaware, December 2, 2020 – With the holiday season here and colder months ahead, the YMCA of Delaware is reminding everyone of the importance of regular physical activity and living a healthy lifestyle in order to maintain and improve overall well-being. “Exercise is more important now…
Exercising with a Mask: 4 Tips to Help You Adjust
We get it. Wearing a mask isn’t the most enjoyable thing to be doing right now. However, it is the safest, and at the Y our members’ health and safety are our top priority. So how can you be more comfortable while exercising in a mask? Check out these 4 tips from our friends at…
YMCA of Delaware Branches Host Fall Festivals in October
Safe, Socially Distant Activities For Everyone! Wilmington, DE- Don’t miss out on the fun when YMCA of Delaware locations in all three counties host Fall Festivals the last week in October. Events vary by location and include a variety of family-friendly, safe and socially distant activities such as outdoor trunk or treats, costume parades, Halloween…
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield awards $100,000 Grant to support the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Program.
Wilmington, Delaware, October 12, 2020 – The YMCA of Delaware was recently awarded a $100,000 grant from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware’s BluePrints for the Community fund to help support the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. Classes are currently offered at all 7 YMCA locations throughout the state at no cost to cancer survivors….
YMCA of Delaware Brings Back Fall Programs And Extends Hours
Health Protocols are in Place to Keep You Safe Wilmington, Delaware, September 14, 2020 – The YMCA of Delaware is pleased to announce they have brought back select family and youth programs throughout the state including swim lessons, youth sports clinics, dance, family fun nights, parents’ night out and more. Additionally, they have opened several…
YMCA OF DELAWARE OFFERS LEARNING SUPPORT CENTERS
Registration Now Open! As many school districts announce fall online learning plans, the YMCA of Delaware will support children and families with Learning Support Centers when the school year begins. Learning Support Centers are designed to provide academic and social enrichment as well as physical fitness activities in a safe environment with small staff-to-child ratios….
YMCA OF DELAWARE SUPPORTS FAMILIES WITH EXTENDED SUMMER CAMP, DELAYED OUTOOR POOL CLOSURES AND ACADEMIC RESOURCES
Wilmington, Delaware, August 11, 2020 – The YMCA is pleased to announce that they will continue to be a resource for children and families as local school districts make plans for the fall. They have extended summer camp due to deferred school start dates and are developing plans to provide Learning Support Centers to children…