YMCA of Central Ohio in the Headlines
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NBC4's Gabrielle Phifer Conquers Her Fear
In February, Daytime Columbus reporter Gabrielle Phifer set out to learn how to swim. She took beginner classes at the YMCA of Central Ohio and is now sharing her progress from start to courageous finish!
NBC4
May 21, 2024
Tips for Families During National Water Safety Month
May is National Water Safety Month, and the YMCA of Central Ohio has tips for families ahead of the summer pool season!
NBC4 WCMH
May 1, 2024
Tackling Franklin County's Kindergarten Readiness Crisis
More than 60% of children in Franklin County are not ready for kindergarten. YMCA programs are making a difference in that statistic, with 90% of children leaving Y programs kindergarten-ready. What makes the YMCA of Central Ohio different? A mom explains her experience, and a teacher explains the steps parents and caregivers can take.
NBC4 WCMH
March 31, 2024
Summer Camp's Lifelong Impact
Kids gain powerful skills when parents invest in a summer camp experience. Marci Hasty, Executive Director of Camping Services at the YMCA of Central Ohio, explains how children gain a new understanding of ways to live, work and play within their community through their summer camp experiences.
Columbus Monthly
March 29, 2024
Sen. Kunze visits YMCA to see food program in action
Ohio State Senator Stephanie Kunze visited the Pickaway County Family YMCA to take a first-hand look at the impact of the Children’s Hunger Alliance food program.
Circleville Herald
Posted July 25, 2023
"Do it afraid:" adults say it's not too late to learn a life-saving skill
Two adults who take swim lessons at the YMCA of Central Ohio explain why and how they overcame their fear, showing us all that it's never too late to learn a life-saving skill.
NBC4
February 27, 2024
YMCA of Central Ohio and Children's Hunger Alliance partner to feed Columbus kids
The YMCA of Central Ohio's partnership with the Children's Hunger Alliance is helping kids in and around Columbus thrive. With grocery prices still sky-high, families rely on the Y as the largest provider of child care in the state to keep kids fed and thriving academically.
NBC4
February 9, 2024
Accomplish your physical fitness goals in 2024
The YMCA of Central Ohio gives you some of the most helpful tips to keep in mind while striving to meet those New Year's resolutions.
NBC4
January 5, 2024
Former teacher helps children celebrate birthdays at Van Buren Center
A former teacher shares love and joy with children experiencing homelessness by helping them celebrate their birthdays at YMCA Van Buren Center.
NBC4
November 27, 2023
YMCA, OhioHealth, Pickaway-Ross partner on Sports Medicine classroom
The Pickaway County Family YMCA has partnered with OhioHealth Berger and Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center to create a sports medicine classroom at the Y.
Circleville Herald
Oct 11, 2023
YMCA & Metro Parks host inclusive outdoor event
The YMCA's Outdoor Inclusive Adventures works to celebrate all abilities and is a wheelchair friendly event.
MyFox28
Posted Sept 10, 2023
Building Columbus Awards: Hilltop Early Learning Center wins in Neighborhood Impact category
The Hilltop Early Learning Center is one of the Best Neighborhood Impact projects in Columbus Business First’s inaugural Building Columbus Awards.
Columbus Business First
Sept 2, 2023
Blue Jackets host youth hockey clinics at YMCA branches around Central Ohio
Several YMCA locations across Central Ohio are hosting the Columbus Blue Jackets' youth hockey clinics for free.
WBNS 10TV
August 19, 2023
YMCA of Central Ohio's CEO named one of the top executives in Columbus
Columbus Business First shared its annual list of most-admired executives in Central Ohio. Tony Collins, the CEO of the YMCA of Central Ohio, was awarded the C-Suite award for leadership in the nonprofit sector.
Columbus Business First
Posted July 27, 2023