Our Y Stories

Do you want to lose weight and keep it off? Do you want to finally be healthier? Would you like to strengthen your heart and improve your nutrition? How would you like to prevent type 2 diabetes? And what if we can fit all this into your busy life?

Our supporters help the YMCA of Greater Cleveland make an extraordinary difference in our community. Last month, each of our 11 branches kicked off the community phase of the YMCA’s Annual Campaign.

The YMCA of Greater Cleveland has been awarded Praesidium Accreditation® by Praesidium, the leader in abuse risk management. This prestigious accreditation publicly demonstrates that the YMCA of Greater Cleveland has worked to achieve the highest industry standards in abuse prevention.

The Hillcrest Family YMCA hosted its highly anticipated Women’s Wellness Weekend at Camp Fitch from August 23-25, and it was a blast! The weekend was packed with activities that catered to everyone’s interests, providing a perfect opportunity to unwind, connect with others, and enjoy the beauty of nature.

The YMCA of Greater Cleveland Board of Directors at its August 1, 2024, meeting elected LaRese Purnell as chair. He will serve a two-year term. Purnell replaces 2022-2024 chair Michael Dostal, who will remain on the board.

Natisha Bowling, YMCA of Greater Cleveland Senior Vice President of Youth Development, was interviewed by NEO Parent Magazine for an article titled “3 tips for finding the right before and after-school programs for Northeast Ohio kids.” The article appeared in the publication’s September 2024 edition. This article was adapted from that piece.