YMCA DC Food Programs

For Women's History Month we're celebrating women of the Y like Addie Hunton, one of only three African American women assigned to serve over 200,000 segregated Black troops stationed in France as part of the YMCA’s massive World War I support effort.

We're also lifting up Janice Paton, the first woman to be named to the National YMCA Board of Directors in 1962. At the youthful age 26, she broke barriers and paved the way for women’s leadership across the Y movement!

Learn about these trailblazers and more at ymcadc.org/womens-history-month/

"I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today we remember Dr. King's dedication to lead with love. May we all be reminded to do the same.

Register today to participate in Paddles with a Purpose, powered by JOOLA, on May 17th YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase! Join this special pickleball partnership kickoff event to meet and play with JOOLA pros!

Your $50 registration fee will support the YMCA’s Send a Kid to Camp program, helping provide unforgettable summer experiences for deserving local children.

To sign-up, and check out the participating JOOLA pros, please visit: https://www.ymcadc.org/join-us-for-paddles-with-a-purpose/

Register today to participate in Paddles with a Purpose, powered by JOOLA, on May 17th & May 18th at YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase! Join this special partnership kickoff event that features your opportunity to meet and play with JOOLA pros! All proceeds will support the YMCA’s Send a Kid to Camp program, helping provide unforgettable summer experiences for children in need across our community. To learn more, review the participating JOOLA pro lineup, and register for the event, please visit: https://www.ymcadc.org/join-us-for-paddles-with-a-purpose/

Today, we celebrate the life and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a visionary who championed justice, unity, and the dream of equality for all. 💙

Throughout the DMV, the YMCA is honored to uphold his ideals by promoting community, service, and togetherness.

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader who inspired change through courage, compassion, and a dream of equality for all. 💙

Across the DMV, the YMCA is proud to celebrate his vision by fostering community, service, and unity.

At the YMCA, we’re committed to helping families grow stronger together. From safe spaces for kids to learn and play, to after-school programs that inspire success, and wellness activities that bring families closer, your support makes it all possible.

When you give to the Y, you’re giving families the resources they need to thrive—whether it’s a single parent finding a supportive community, children learning to swim and stay safe, or parents and kids connecting through shared experiences.

Together, we can make a lasting impact. It's not too late, donate today to strengthen families in our community! https://www.ymcadc.org/support-the-y/givingtuesday/

This Giving Tuesday, your support helps the YMCA provide swim lessons, after-school programs, and wellness opportunities for all. Together, we can build a stronger, healthier community. Donate today! https://www.ymcadc.org/support-the-y/givingtuesday/

🌟 It's Giving Tuesday! 🌟 This season, your support can change lives right here in our community. At the YMCA, we’re a safe haven for kids, a helping hand for families, and a place for everyone to thrive.

💙 Your gift can:
✅ Provide swim lessons to keep children safe around water
✅ Fund after-school programs for kids to learn, grow, and succeed
✅ Support fitness and wellness programs for all ages

Together, we can create a stronger, healthier, and more connected community. Every dollar matters. Donate today and make a difference! https://www.ymcadc.org/support-the-y/givingtuesday/

Today is Giving Tuesday—a day to come together and support causes that strengthen our community. At the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington, we are committed to serving children, adults, and seniors through life-changing programs that build a healthier, safer, and more connected community

This work is only possible because of generous donors like you. With your help, we can expand our reach and make a lasting impact on even more lives. Will you join us today and make a difference? Donate TODAY! https://www.ymcadc.org/support-the-y/givingtuesday/