YMCA of the Roses

Three years ago, one of our staff members, Jason, took his first steps toward rebuilding his life after facing immense challenges. He walked through our doors seeking hope and strength, and through the Y’s Membership For All program, he found not just a place to grow—but an opportunity to give back. He recalled the times he spent at the YMCA in his youth and how it symbolized for him a place of compassion. "I walked through the door, hoping they might grant me a membership to regain my strength and confidence." That day he left with more than a membership- deeply moved by compassion for his story, he was offered an interview on the spot for an entry-level position. His dedication and resilience have helped him grow into a leadership position, and he now coaches and inspires others daily. This ExtraGive, we celebrate the power of community, second chances, and the incredible impact of compassion. Stories like this remind us why your support matters. Visit rosesymca.org/extragive to support the Y today.

ExtraGive is finally here! Please consider giving to help your neighbors at the Y! Over the past few weeks we have been sharing some of our favorite moments from our historical archives. As we look back on 170 years we are inspired by a mission that has persevered through time and change. With a commitment to caring, respect, and kindness we can continue forward, reaching many more generations with affordable programming and pathways to healthy living and a sense of belonging! Thank you for joining us on this journey! Any donation of any size makes a difference! Let's celebrate a Lancaster that loves its neighbors! To donate, visit rosesymca.org/extragive.

We’re excited to be featured in Fig Industries’s Winter Issue, showcasing our welcoming and supportive YMCA community as we celebrate 170 years of service and ExtraGive this week! It’s the perfect opportunity to reflect on how our community has grown and evolved over the past 170 years. The article also highlights the beautiful stained glass piece at our City Center YMCA, originally donated by JP McCaskey to the first YMCA location. Check out the magazine at: https://lnkd.in/e-3QddZv

We’re back with more photos from the archives as we get ready to celebrate 170 years of the YMCA in Lancaster this month! Each of these snapshots captures a piece of our Y’s history and the community we’ve shared with you all! As we look forward to this milestone, we’d love to see your memories, too! Do you have photos from your time at the Y? Share them in the comments or tag us to help us bring together 170 years of memories as we approach the big day!

As we gear up for our 170th birthday—and for ExtraGive this month—we’re excited to take a walk down memory lane! Our journey wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible members, community partners, and friends. To honor this milestone, we’ve dug into the archives at City Center Y and uncovered some amazing old photos that capture the heart of our history. Follow along over the next two weeks as we share these snapshots from our past, leading up to the big day!

A big thank you to our friends at Northwest Bank for their generous donation to the Y through the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)! Their support helps us meet the critical needs of our community, especially in areas like homelessness, workforce development, and food insecurity. We’re especially grateful to have had one of our board members, Chris Flores, present us with the check, symbolizing our shared commitment to building a stronger, more resilient community. Together, we're making a difference!

November 22 is Lancaster’s biggest day of giving, and your support for the YMCA of the Roses helps us continue 170 years of strengthening our community! Join us downtown at Penn Square and Shot & Bottle for a day of fun and giving back on November 22! Enjoy activities like Evan’s Epic Ride, free fitness demonstrations including Zumba, and a Temple Guard performance. Plus, $1 from every purchase of "The 1854" at Shot & Bottle will be donated to the YMCA! Stay tuned for more details, and let’s make this ExtraGive unforgettable!

We're #Hiring! Find Your Purpose. Find Your Y. This position is new at the YMCA of the Roses!?We are open to applicants who have at least 2 years in an accounting role that want to work at a nonprofit organization serving both York and Lancaster Counties. https://lnkd.in/ew9hfQ7b

The Y appreciates our community partners for their support in our efforts to assist the community!

What an incredible day! On October 11, we hosted our LIVESTRONG at the YMCA golf outing at Regents' Glen Country Club, and it was a huge success! A heartfelt thank you to all the golfers who participated, our amazing staff and volunteers, and the fantastic team at the country club for hosting us. A special shoutout to our Diamond sponsors: The W. Dale Brougher Foundation, Hanover Auto Team, and WellSpan Health. Your generous support makes a world of difference! We'd also like to thank our other amazing sponsors: Johnson Controls, Spangler and Boyer, MPL Law Firm, LLP, CORE Design Group, RKL LLP, Barley Snyder, Colony Packaging & Machine, FASTSIGNS?, Fulton Bank Hard Chrome Specialists, Strathmeyer Landscape, EI Associates - Architects & Engineers, Doceo, Kroff, Inc., Merrill Lynch, Stewart & Tate Construction, and Wagman. Because of all of you, cancer survivors can participate in our LIVESTRONG at the YMCA programs for free. Together, we are making a difference!?