YMCA of Central New York

Our members are getting creative for our Annual Campaign! Two kids from our Tween Club after school program at the East Area Family YMCA had the innovative idea to make and sell bracelets/necklaces to help raise money for our association. So far, they have raised $122! They will be selling their crafts Monday evenings from 4:15- 5:30pm if you would like to show your support. We are so proud of our community and their efforts to uplift the Y!

??? 2,320 campers had an unforgettable summer at the Y—$82,615 in financial assistance ensured that kids could experience fun, friendship, and personal growth no matter their circumstances.? ?? Every child deserves a safe, enriching summer. Help us send even more kids to camp in 2025! Donate today: ymcacny.org/giving?

The BYMOC Village Gathering at our Southwest YMCA branch on Friday was a success! The teens came together to learn about different programs and opportunities in the Syracuse area they can take advantage of. Several community leaders hosted tables to give information and advice! These gatherings provide a safe space for these young people to open up, share their stories, and make connections. During dinner, the teens listened to Rochester-area business leader Lance Drummond via Zoom and heard some motivational words of advice from Association Board of Directors member Kenyon Black. Elizabeth Malcolm Scheibel from the East Area Family YMCA advisory board shared information about the Army and what her inspiring experience was like serving in the military. Thank you to our board members for participating, everyone who attended, and those who showed their support!

Happy St. Patrick's Day from everyone at the YMCA of Central New York! Make sure to wear green at any of our branches today to celebrate with us ?? ?? ??

We strive to give kids and teens the ability to find support and services to address challenges in their lives. Encouraging growth to gain confidence within themselves is our goal. Join us for our Boys and Young Men of Color (BYMOC) Village Gathering event at the Southwest YMCA today at 6:00pm-8:00pm!

The Y is meeting kids and families where they need us most, including within their own schools. Our afterschool arts programming supports working families and gives kids a safe place to thrive and explore their creativity. Learn more about these programs from Monique, the Site Coordinator at Roberts Elementary!

CenterState CEO today announced its finalists for its 2025 Business of the Year Awards! Three finalists were selected for each category from an outstanding and highly competitive pool of applicants reflecting the growth of the regional economy. These member businesses and organizations have achieved significant growth, exemplified business leadership and have gone above and beyond in their commitment to the community. Join CenterState CEO at its 2025 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 23, at the Oncenter, to celebrate all the finalists, and see who wins! Presented by Crouse Health, Equitable and Tompkins Community Bank. Register here: https://hubs.la/Q03bPH5y0 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: AmeriCU Credit Union, Equitable and Upstate Medical University NONPROFIT: Loretto, Oswego County Federal Credit Union and YMCA of Central New York FEWER THAN 50 EMPLOYEES: Chimera Integrations, ConsciousHR and Home Sweet Home Cleaning LLC MORE THAN 50 EMPLOYEES: Hidden Level Inc., LOTTE BIOLOGICS and VIP Structures MINORITY-OWNED (In Partnership with the Upstate Minority Economic Alliance (UMEA) ): Champions Martial Arts, Inc., Cuse Culture Media Group and L Stacks Construction Co. LLC

We are thrilled to announce that our association has been named a finalist for CenterState CEO’s 2025 Business of the Year Awards! We are honored to be recognized in our continued efforts to lead with our values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The winners will be announced at CenterState CEO’s 2025 Annual Meeting on April 23rd at the Oncenter. Register to attend if you'd like to support! https://lnkd.in/ejN2zF2V

Join us for Pints for Purpose on March 31! We’re committed to strengthening our community by increasing awareness and support for YMCA programs during our Annual Campaign and we’d love for you to be part of it! Come enjoy great drinks, delicious food, and good company at Harvey's Garden at March 31st, all while supporting a great cause. A portion of sales, including food truck purchases, will go toward enhancing YMCA programs and ensuring access for all. Stop by, check in with us, and see how much we’ve raised so far! Let’s make a difference together!

This week on Monday was ERG Day! Our Employee Resource Group leaders set up tables across the association for staff to learn about resources the YMCA provides for employees. Our groups include the African American Resource Network (AARN), Disability ERG, queERG (LGBTQ+ ERG), and Women's Leadership Resource Network (WLRN). Employees got to come by to get their questions answered and build community with their coworkers!