Family finds resources and hope at the Y When 4J School District announced school would be online due to the global pandemic, Sara McDonald didn’t know how she would manage to ensure her first-grader would engage in school while she...
Youth Development leader recognized nationally Y Multi-Site Coordinator Maritza Ruiz was honored as a 2021 National Afterschool Association's Next Generation of Afterschool Leader, selected from a field of 125 as one of 45 national noteworthy emerging leaders in the youth...
Your Y Makes Connections Possible During Time of Distance and Isolation “It’s vital that the Y work to address the loneliness and social isolation of our members,” says CEO Brian Steffen. “The ongoing mental health crisis stemming from COVID-19 will...
100 miles of swimming motivates members 2020 started off bright, with the hope that 40 brave swimmers would complete the Y’s first swim challenge: 100 miles in 2020! “I wanted to participate because I really needed a way to encourage...
Evacuated from wildfires, family finds comfort, child care and community at the Y Just before midnight on Monday, Sept. 7, Jessica McClurg left her house in Vida with her 10-yearold son and two bags. In the hour before, she had...
At your Y, Jack is part of something specia l Katie and Jack* are a superstar mother-son duo. Jack, 22, has a huge, bright smile, an excellent memory and an intense love for social interactions. His mom Katie is fiercely...
2020 marked a year of resilience, but only BECAUSE of YOU! Look back at 2020 and how your Y has been able to remain resilient because of the support of our members and donors. Read stories of hope and inspiration!...
Your Y knows that motivation may have waned during this COVID winter and we take seriously our role in your health and wellness journey: that of an inspirational force!
After an 11-week closure due to rising COVID-19 cases, your Y reopened on Wednesday, February 3, to grateful members. Despite the limited nature of Y services in light of Lane County's Extreme Risk classification, members wore huge smiles (under masks)...