YMCA of Greater Providence

Current News

For more information on Y news, contact Hugh Minor, Communications Director, 401-427-1821 or hminor@gpymca.org.

YMCA Honors Partners at 2013 Annual Meeting
Collaborations help address critical community needs.


YMCA Launches 2013 Annual Campaign
"Where there's a need, there's a Y."


YMCA and Pfizer Launch 50 MOVING FORWARD
New Y program focuses on healthy lifestyles for adults.


YMCA Launches New Mission Campaign
Where There's a Need, There's A Y.


Rhode Show Highlights Swimming at the Y
Hone your swimming skills at the YMCA.


YMCA & Providence Center Launch New Partnership
Counseling program offers support for community members.


Shower & Power at the YMCA
Local Ys offer chance for people to dry out and warm up. 


Rhode Show Hosts Try Out Y Program
Personalized fitness plan helps members stay fit.


MyHealth at the Y Featured on The Rhode Show
YMCA offers new tool to help members keep their resolutions.


YMCA and Pro-Change Offer New Health & Wellness Program
MyHealth at the Y launches for New Year.


YMCA Hosts Coat Exchange on Black Friday
The Y shares the warmth and builds community.


YMCA of Greater Providence Welcomes New CFO
Lynne Malone joins leadership team.


YMCA Staff Certified as Cancer Exercise Specialists
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Trainers Bring New Skills to Program.


Y Program Featured in Pediatrics Journal
Join for Me demonstrates effectivenesss in treating childhood obesity.


YMCA Welcomes New President & CEO
Jim Berson takes on leadership of organization.


YMCA Receives Award from Tufts Foundation
Grant supports programs to promote Healthy Aging.


Child Obesity Initiative Featured on WPRO Radio
Program helps young people maintain a healthy weight.


Weight of the Nation: Children in Crisis
Join the Y for a FREE screening and panel discussion.


Camp Fuller Celebrates 125 Years
A rich heritage for generations of families.


YMCA Offers Summer Safety Tips for Families
Amica and the Y team up to keep families safe this summer.


YMCA Receives Hasbro Summer Learning Grants
Out of School Time programs give kids a head start.


YMCA Appoints New Board Chair
Architect Mark Saccoccio takes the reigns of Y Board.


Y Honors Partners & Volunteers
Allies recognized at 2012 Annual Meeting.


Y Program Featured on CBS Evening News
YMCA initiative helps kids maintain a healthy weight.


Watch the Y's Rhode Show Spots on Healthy Kids.
The YMCA helps keep Rhode Island healthy.


YMCA Hosts Healthy Kids Breakfast Discussion
Community leaders address the theme: "Healthy Kids Learn Better".


Governor Lends Support to YMCA Cause
YMCA launches $1.1 million fundraising campaign.


YMCA Expert Addresses Childhood Obesity Issues
Listen to The Callie Crossley Show on WGBH.


YMCA's JOIN Program Featured in The New York Times
JOIN4Kids: Helping Kids Learn to Be Lean.


UnitedHealthcare joins Y in fight against obesity
Providence Business News features Y obesity study.


How to Make Your Resolutions Stick
The Rhode Show features a Y program that helps members stick to their goals.


YMCA Offers Resolution Solution
Healthy New Year! Start the year with the right support. Check out our special offer.


Joe White Chairs Annual Support Campaign
Now more than ever, our friends and neighbors need the services the “Y” provides.


YMCA Adopting Health Policies for Youth
1 in 3 kids are overweight or obese. Y sets standards to combat this epidemic.


YMCA Recognizes Diabetes Awareness Month
Are you at risk for diabetes? We can help you take control.


YMCA Teams with Towns to Promote Healthy Living
Healthy Places by Design Project seeks to build healthier communities.


YMCA Offers New Healthy Living Programs
New programs for youths with cancer, adults with Parkinsons, and people at risk for Diabetes.


YMCA Partners with United to Combat Obesity
Learn about the Y's efforts to improve the health of our children.


YMCA Program Matches Lawyers with Students
Learn how you can help high school students prepare for law careers.


Walmart Helps YMCA Fight Hunger
Grants to local Ys help provide meals to children all summer long.


YMCA Offers Water Safety Tips
Following these simple rules will help keep your family safe all summer long.


YMCA Offers FREE Community Water Safety Workshops
Workshops teach participants how to stay safe in and around the water all summer long.


RI Education Commissioner Visits Y On The Move
Commissioner Gist highlights summer learning sites on citywide tour.


YMCA Creates Home Exercise DVD for Cancer Survivors
DVD helps survivors recovering from treatment rebuild stamina and strength.


YMCA Offers Swim & Water Safety Lessons at Branches & Homes
Families may choose lessons at branches or in their own backyards. More free programs to be offered....


MetLife Auto & Home Supports YMCA Swim Program
Gift supports purchase of children's life jackets for safety instruction.


YMCA Annual Report
Report highlights organization's impact on community.


Providence Mayor Taveras Visits YMCA Program Site
Mayor praises Reading Intervention program and partnerships.


Nixon Peabody Hosts YMCA Mentoring Students
Teens visit local firm to explore careers in the field of law.


YMCA Recognizes Philanthropic Partners
Three partners lauded for outstanding support of YMCA mission.


Cox Communications Awards $10,000 Grant to Cranston Y
Funds will support education and enrichment programs for youth and at-risk teens.


YMCA Partners with Big Sisters of Rhode Island
Partnership helps kids in Big Sisters and Y programs.


Y On the Move Highlighted by After School Alliance
Mobile outreach initiative featured as Program of the Month.


YMCA Featured in USA Today
YMCA Healthy Kids Day Survey reveals: Kids lack exercise, healthful food.


Healthy Kids Day is Saturday, April 16
Make it a play date! Check out all of the fun and FREE activities at your local Y.


Save the Date for College Goal Sunday - January 30, 2011
Annual event helps students of all ages find money for college.


YMCA Promotes Healthy Weight for Youth
JOIN study helps young people make healthy life choices.


Bank RI Donates $25,000 to YMCA of Greater Providence
Gift supports expansion project at Kent County YMCA.


A NEW Bayside Y is Coming
A new facility will bring more programs and services to the East Bay.


LIVESTRONG Video promotes YMCA of Greater Providence
Video will be seen by Ys across the country to promote program for cancer survivors.


Y Launches Diabetes Prevention Program
Y offers proven Diabetes Prevention Program for anyone at risk of developing diabetes.


Kent County Y Reopens with Bigger, Better Facility
Expansion project offers new and exciting programs at revamped Y.


YMCA Partners with City to Get Kids On the Move
Y On the Move brings fun, free activities to Providence parks.


YMCA Launches New Brand Identity
New platform focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.


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