February 2025

Building Services – Female Staff

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The Building Services staff (Female Staff) as part of the Y’s building services team is primarily responsible for the locker rooms, including a Women’s Only locker room, membership and fitness areas, and residential areas, but may also be required to support other program areas of the YMCA. The cleanliness and appearance of our locker rooms and all other areas are to meet the Association’s standards. The staff and members will be surveyed periodically to assess the cleanliness of the designated work areas. The overall goal is to improve member satisfaction when it comes to cleanliness and safety in our facilities. It is our highest priority that at all times our staff is courteous, pleasant and cooperative to our staff and members. Salary Range: $15.00 – $15.50 per hour Department: Building Services Employment Type: Part-time Hourly – Non-Exempt Days/Hours: Monday and Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday, 7:30 a.m. – […]

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McGaw YMCA Gala 2025: Shining Bright in the Evanston Community

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The McGaw Y President/CEO smiling at the audience.

Monique Parsons, McGaw YMCA President/CEO, welcomed guests at the McGaw YMCA Gala on January 25. EVANSTON, IL. – The McGaw YMCA hosted its annual gala on January 25, 2025, in the Sebring-Lewis Center, bringing the Evanston community together for an evening that truly shined. This year’s event, presented by Northwestern University, celebrated the YMCA’s unwavering commitment to being a beacon of hope, support, and transformation in the lives of all it touches. With over 200 attendees, the gala offered an unforgettable experience, featuring delicious cuisine and exciting raffles generously curated by local Evanston businesses. Guests were captivated by an inspiring opening performance from violinist Windy Indie and enjoyed lively music by DJ Corey Bless. Monique Parsons, McGaw YMCA President/CEO, spoke passionately about the Y’s impact in the Evanston community. From offering affordable housing and providing meals for families and children, to reshaping community health and creating life-changing youth education experiences,

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Celebrating Black History at the YMCA

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The McGaw YMCA celebrates Black History Month as an important opportunity to learn and reflect. Rooted in our mission, the McGaw Y strives to be a welcoming place of belonging for all who walk through our doors. This month—and every month—we reaffirm our commitment to being a place where everyone can learn, grow, and connect. We encourage you to explore the YMCA’s connection to Black History Month, read about Black leaders in the Y movement, and participate in events throughout Evanston to deepen your understanding and contribute to the ongoing conversation. Discover the Y’s Connection to Black History Month In 1915, at the Wabash Avenue YMCA in Chicago, Carter G. Woodson organized the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, which researched and celebrated the achievements of Black Americans. This led to his starting Negro History Week, the precursor to Black History Month. Discover the Y’s Connection to Black

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