Back to Basics
By: Ben Bush Military careers often include being away from loved ones due to ongoing deployments or spouses preparing to leave. Emotional support is crucial for the well-being of service […]
YMCA Skaters at the Paris Olympics
The YMCA of San Diego County is proud to have Y skaters at the 2024 Paris Olympics this year! Bryce Wettstein – Women’s Skateboarding Bryce Wettstein, 22, began her skateboarding career […]
Crafty Fun for Everyone: Ice Cream Squishies and Handprint Masterpieces!
BY: THE MILITARY RESPITE CARE PROGRAM TEAM Arts & Crafts Activities for Children of All Abilities Arts and crafts can be a fantastic way for children of all abilities to […]
Support in the Storm
Community Resilience at Jackie Robinson Family YMCA In the wake of the recent record-breaking storm that flooded many Southeast San Diego neighborhoods, we’ve witnessed both the devastation and the remarkable spirit […]
Margie Newman Tsay Appointed Board Chair of YMCA of San Diego County
Visionary Leader Takes the Helm as Board Chair YMCA of San Diego County welcomes five new board members for the 2023-2024 term San Diego, CA – June 28, 2023 – […]
Celebrating a Successful Employer-Supported Child Care Forum!
In April, YMCA Childcare Resource Service teamed up with March and Ash, UFCW Local 135 and SAY San Diego to host an incredible Employer-Supported Child Care Forum. The event was […]
Positive Youth Development
Overview • The Y’s Role • PYD Pilot Project FAQs Overview Positive Youth Development (PYD) is an evidence-based approach that focuses on meeting children and youth where they are […]
My Y Story: Nathan
MEET NATHAN Nathan is an 8-year-old child with special needs whose fear of water was a source of concern for his mother, Malia. He has always needed one-on-one instruction, as […]
Celebrating Black History
February is Black History Month, a time to elevate the Y’s commitment to diversity and inclusion throughout the organization’s history. Black History Month is a time of education, reflection and action. […]
Cold and Flu Season
PRACTICE HEALTHY HABITS HELP TO KEEP THE YMCA COMMUNITY HEALTHY AND SAFE FOR ALL At the YMCA, we take the health and safety of our members, staff and community very seriously. […]