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Celebrating a Remarkable 2023

While the end of 2023 may have come and gone, it absolutely does not mean the end of our exciting developments. The future is going to continue to be remarkable thanks to our members, our awesome staff, our generous supporters, our friends and neighbors, and all of the connections we made last year.

Primarily, 2023 for the Y was a story across four equally important priorities: our brand, our people, our impact, and our growth opportunities. And in all four priority areas, we were able to accomplish mighty things in 2023 and also plant the seeds for 2024 and beyond.

All In on Launching the Power of Play

From deepening our commitment to impact to connecting with new community partners, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago’s new brand — the Power of Play — is at the center of everything that we do.

All In on Recognizing Impact

Play on! The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago celebrated 165 years of impact at our 10th Annual Recognition Dinner in October 2023. Together, we played for fun and for progress, harnessing joy and meaningful actions to achieve amazing feats and inspire those that we’re privileged to serve.

All In on World-Class Health and Wellbeing Opportunities for Anyone, Anywhere

No matter where you are in your fitness journey, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago is here to support and empower you — and in 2023, we teamed up with Peloton to help our community members reach their goals!

All In on a Reclaimed Legacy of Economic Equity Work

Since our founding in 1858, the YMCA of Metro Chicago has worked to connect our friends, neighbors, and community members with jobs and career-exploration opportunities. The Y’s participation in the ComEd CONSTRUCT Youth Academy in 2023 represents our renewed commitment to this 165+ year-old priority.

All In as We Work to Establish a Presence in Every Community

For the first time in more than a decade, the Y announced not one, but three new or reopened community hubs! The opening or reopening of these three sites demonstrates our commitment to serving more of Chicagoland’s communities in high-need and underserved communities.

All In on Employee and Community Engagement

Summer 2023 was a time of celebration and pride at the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago. Not only did we join the Bud Billiken Parade for the second year in a row, but the Y also participated in the Chicago Pride Parade for the first time ever!

All In on Perseverance and Finding a Path to Achieve Bold Goals

At the Y, we know all about the hard work and perseverance it takes to run a marathon — it’s the kind of drive that truly exemplifies the Y spirit. We had an amazing showing at the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, and it’s all due to the 18 individuals who ran for Team YMCA and our dedicated supporters!

All In Alongside our Partners and Supporters

It takes a village to truly make a lasting, positive impact on your community. We are incredibly grateful to the work and commitment of our village of partners and volunteers, who dedicate their time and talents to bettering Chicagoland and the Midwest!