YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas

As soccer season comes to a close, we want to thank Scottish Rite for Children for sponsoring another season filled with smiles, growth, and unforgettable moments. Thanks to their support, nearly 300 kids across North Texas received scholarships, making it possible for them to play, learn teamwork, and build skills that will carry them far beyond the field. At the YMCA, we’re committed to leveling the playing field for all kids, empowering every child to play, learn, and thrive. Here’s to another season of smiles and strengthening our community! ??? #ForAllKids #YMCAStrong Kathryn Allen Brian Haines Thuy (Twee) Le Melis Jones Tabei

Join us in congratulating our President and CEO, Curt Hazelbaker, for being a 2024 Dallas Business Journal C-Suite Leader Awardee! Curt Hazelbaker’s leadership as President and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas has driven impactful change through innovative initiatives that meet community needs, while supporting the region’s growth through new partnerships, and building renovations and expansions of existing YMCAs. Congratulations, Curt, this honor is well-deserved.

?? Grateful for Scottish Rite for Children’s partnership in supporting our young athletes and the incredible volunteer coaches who make a difference every day. ?? Our coaches are the unsung heroes, dedicating their time to shape and uplift our future leaders, on and off the field. In this video, you’ll see coaches helping kids get back on their feet—literally—and the crowd cheering as the team scores. Moments like these instill resilience, teamwork, and confidence that lay a strong foundation for tomorrow’s leaders. Thank you, Scottish Rite, for empowering us to inspire, nurture, and support the growth of these young individuals through every goal and every challenge. ?? #YouthDevelopment #FutureLeaders #YMCA #CommunityImpact #UnsungHeroes Melis Jones Tabei, Kathryn Allen, Brian Haines, Thuy (Twee) Le, Hayley Hair, Jennifer Pascal, MPA

FREE drop-in child care is now available to Dallas College students! In partnership with the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, we’re thrilled to announce the Child Watch Program, which will open its first Dallas College location in our Downtown Health Sciences Center. Focus on your education; we'll watch the kids! To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3XXFFyk

As November marks National #DiabetesAwarenessMonth, the Dallas Y encourages everyone to recognize the risks of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, as well as the proactive measures that can be taken to prevent these conditions. Together, we can make a difference!

We're excited to engage with the Dallas community! Take a look at this article from The Dallas Morning News about what's happening on Trot day.

Thank you to Cars for Kids? for Kids for donating a vehicle to the YMCA of the USA's Safety Around Water program! ???? This generous gift is truly driving change in our community. Cars for Kids is an incredible organization that turns donated vehicles into support for our community. Their generous contribution will help us directly bring lifesaving water safety education to under-resourced communities where it’s most needed. With drowning rates for Black and Brown children four times higher than for their white counterparts, this van will expand our reach and save even more lives. This partnership is a great fit—demonstrating how organizations can work together to create lasting community impact. If your company is looking for ways to give back, the YMCA offers many opportunities to align your mission with programs that strengthen the community. Raul E. Machuca Jr.??Madel Perez-Marrero Jennifer Pewitt?Melis Jones Tabei Kathryn Allen?#SafetyAroundWater #CommunityImpact #drowningprevention

Thank you to all who attended our annual Key Leaders Luncheon! Over 500 civic and business leaders joined us as we gave exciting updates about the Y, honored our equity champions, and listened to a timely discussion about the growth of North Texas. A special thank you to our panelists Nadine S. Lee, Lynn McBee, Tori Mannes, and moderator Shannon Murray for leading discussions on transportation accessibility, childcare, and workforce development. We are also deeply grateful to our sponsors for supporting our event and the work of the Y: Southwest Airlines Texas Health Resources Thrivent Allyn Media Frost Haynes and Boone, LLP Jill Magnuson and Brent Magnuson Ken Malcolmson Rebekah Hamilton Kay D CEO Magazine

Why the YMCA is Your Wellness Haven! Explore the uplifting world of the YMCA in this enlightening chapter! The YMCA fosters a safe, energizing environment that nurtures mind, body, and spirit. Discover the friendships and community spirit that make it a vital space for everyone! #YMCAExperience #CommunityHealth #MentalWellbeing #PhysicalFitness #Friendship #HealthyLiving #MindBodySpirit #SafeSpace #PositiveVibes #WellnessJourney

The YMCA Dallas Foundation 2025 College Scholarship application is now OPEN for high school seniors in the Dallas Y service area. No YMCA involvement is required to apply. The deadline to apply is January 31st, so click the link to learn more and apply! https://buff.ly/3XTXv5m