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2nd Annual Scholastic Spectacular

May 10, 2012

2nd Annual Scholastic Spectacular

Student participants of the YMCA of Metro Chicago’s Community Schools Initiative faced off in front of a packed auditorium of cheering classmates, teachers, family members and Y supporters.

YMCA STATEWIDE ACTION ALERT

May 07, 2012

YMCA STATEWIDE ACTION ALERT

We need your help to pass a $73 million supplemental appropriation to the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) for the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP).

“Taking on Summer” as Part of Healthy Kids Day

May 03, 2012

“Taking on Summer” as Part of Healthy Kids Day

On Saturday, April 28, families across Chicago celebrated Healthy Kids Day® at their local Y with sports, contests, healthy snacks and other activities.

44 BLA Students Visit Eight Colleges on Spring Break Trip

May 01, 2012

44 BLA Students Visit Eight Colleges on Spring Break Trip

The Black & Latino Achievers Program encourages interaction between youth and adult role models and the exploration of higher education.

Y Swimmers Compete at Nationals

April 23, 2012

Y Swimmers Compete at Nationals

Congratulations to our YMCA Swim Teams!

Healthy Kids Day 2012

April 12, 2012

Healthy Kids Day 2012

Summer is the time to get up, get out, and grow.

Top 5 Reasons to Send Your Kid to Overnight Camp

April 11, 2012

Top 5 Reasons to Send Your Kid to Overnight Camp

Exploring nature, gaining new experiences and making new friends are just some of the benefits of participating in overnight resident camp.

And the camp t-shirt winner is…

March 27, 2012

And the camp t-shirt winner is…

Check out the 2012 winning day camp t-shirt design!

Y Mentor Spotlight: Dominique King

March 26, 2012

Y Mentor Spotlight: Dominique King

Part of our series showcasing some of the Y’s many mentors in 2012.

YMCA Community School Students Ask: “May I Have This Dance?”

March 19, 2012

YMCA Community School Students Ask: “May I Have This Dance?”

Students from YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago’s six Community Schools perfected their Merengue, Swing, Waltz, Tango and Salsa moves over the last few months with professionals from May I Have This Dance

Rauner Family YMCA Awarded $50,000 from American Beverage Association Grant

March 15, 2012

Rauner Family YMCA Awarded $50,000 from American Beverage Association Grant

Grant Will Support Youth Leadership, Health and Wellness Programming

Produce Day at McCormick Tribune Y

March 12, 2012

Produce Day at McCormick Tribune Y

March is National Nutrition Month®

Why do I need a personal trainer?

March 09, 2012

Why do I need a personal trainer?

When talking to a personal trainer at the Y you will find someone who is genuinely interested in your health.

YMCA Partners with ‘Everyone Gives’

March 05, 2012

YMCA Partners with ‘Everyone Gives’

Global social giving campaign empowers people to begin a cycle of philanthropy

Your Summer Camp Questions Answered

February 29, 2012

Your Summer Camp Questions Answered

It's that time of year again, and summer is just around the corner.

Y Mentor Spotlight: Danielle Green

February 28, 2012

Y Mentor Spotlight: Danielle Green

Part of our series showcasing some of the Y’s many mentors in 2012.

February 23, 2012

Y Takes Part in City Announcement Focused on After-School Programming

YMCA of Metro Chicago CEO and Chicago Mayor announce portal for programming beyond the school day.

YMCA Hosts College Tour

February 20, 2012

YMCA Hosts College Tour

Invest in the Future of Youth

It’s Good to Belong

February 20, 2012

It’s Good to Belong

Watch this video telling one family's story about getting healthy and growing closer at the Y.

A Scholastic Spectacular!

February 15, 2012

A Scholastic Spectacular!

Join us for a dynamic event with our students, teachers, principals and families to see their success in action!

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