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)...
"We know not just the fitness industry, but our community and our members. We just have to take the guidelines and fit them into what we know our folks need," Miller said.
