MetroWest YMCA

This #InternationalWomensDay I am proud to highlight my fellow female board members at the MetroWest YMCA We are working with a fabulous team who empower us to make a difference in our community. Including our newest board member Pamela Bathen. Important to add that our Executive Board is also Chaired and Vice-chaired by strong women leaders - Patricia Duarte and Regina Marshall

?? Meet Abby Biser! ?? We're excited to introduce our new Director of Changemaker Initiatives, Abby, who will be overseeing all of our teen-oriented programs. Abby is passionate about empowering young people and will be helping our teens build resiliency, confidence, and leadership skills that will last a lifetime. We can’t wait to see the incredible impact she’ll make as she works alongside our youth to inspire growth, creativity, and positive change. Please join us in welcoming Abby!

The MetroWest YMCA’s Signature event,?the Marathon Community Breakfast will be here before you know it! Will you be there?? ? On Friday, March 14th, join us for a?morning of inspiration as we celebrate the marathon and the life-changing impact of the Y.? ? This special morning will feature our 2025 Inspiration Award Honorees- Tim Kilduff & Team Hoyt Duo- Brendan Aylward & Jacob Wyman,?an update on our new regional Y project, and a remembrance for our late friend, Kyle Brodeur. Please view our official email invitation below with more information about this event and to register;?https://conta.cc/4azcTtG RSVP is required! Connect with Ashley, our Director of Annual Giving with any questions; [email protected]

We're grateful for another opportunity to visit the State House with Ys from across Massachusetts to meet with our local legislators and share the impact of Y programs in the MetroWest! A huge thank you to Senate President Karen Spilka, Representative Jack Patrick Lewis, Susan Nicholl, and Alliance of Massachusetts YMCAs for welcoming us and continuing to make a difference for children, families, and everyone in our community. If you want to learn more about how you can help locally through the Y, get in touch!

It was such a pleasure hosting the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care yesterday! They enjoyed time with our teachers and students in the MetroWest YMCA Early Learning Center and took a tour of our facility before their EEC Boarding Meeting. We hope to have you back again!

We’re beyond grateful for the trust our camp families place in us! Hear directly from parents Melaina and Tony about the incredible experience their child has at camp and the special bonds between campers, counselors, and peers that truly make a difference! ?? Registration for camp 2025 is open to all! Grab your spot so your child has opportunities to explore, form new friendships, and have fun this summer! Register today: metrowestymca.org/camp

New friends, epic adventures, and lifelong memories start here! Camp registration for all is officially open, and you can choose one of our six day camps to give your child their most memorable summer yet! ?? Head on over to metrowestymca.org to register!

Earlier in the week, we kicked off our 2025 Annual Campaign in true Wicked fashion! ??? By funding programs like camp, water safety, nutrition education, early learning, and more, our Annual Campaign ensures that everyone has equal access to the resources and tools they need to thrive. Throughout the night, we were deeply inspired listening to Y stories from some of our past and present Board members. Each story highlighted the profound impact our Y has on others by nurturing a sense of belonging and fostering a community that's welcoming to all. The future is unlimited, and together, we can help children and families defy gravity and change lives for good. We invite you to be part of this inspiring journey with us so that we may continue to grow and make a lasting difference in our community ?? Learn how you can help support our Annual Campaign: https://lnkd.in/eszfxSSA

Meet Maeghen, Lead Inclusion Specialist at the Hopkinton Outdoor Center, who has been a game-changer for our inclusion program! She has been with the MetroWest Y for two years and was recently recognized with an award for Outstanding Camp Spirit for the 2024 camp season. While working with our Junior, Middler, and Senior campers, Maeghen makes it her mission to ensure every camper, regardless of their individual needs, can thrive. From creating personalized plans to offering a safe, supportive space for everyone, Maeghen’s commitment to inclusion is transforming our camp environment. Her kindness and positivity make all the difference, and we’re so grateful for her heart and dedication to every camper’s success! ?

Since joining the Y in 2018, Heather has transformed into a confident athlete who tackles new challenges with determination ?? Along the way, she’s not only achieved impressive personal goals, but also discovered an uplifting and supportive network of friends—her “peeps”—who cheer her on and inspire her to push further. Together, they’ve created a community that fuels her growth, both inside and outside the Y! ? Read more about Heather's story here: https://lnkd.in/eUcqyChS