July 2026

Office Manager, Camp Echo (Evanston, IL)

The Manager is responsible for supporting Camp Echo families with exceptional service and care as they navigate all parts of the registration, preparation, and Evanston-based operational experiences. As a member of the Camp Echo and McGaw YMCA community, the Manager works meet family needs and to enhance community access at Camp Echo through their role. This role must become fluent in Camp Echo program offerings and supporting families from the first inquiry to the arrival back from camp, and everything in between. This role requires an exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through while managing many relationships. Specific responsibilities include parent communication; camper registration, payments, and forms; bus departures and arrivals at McGaw YMCA; and general camp administrative support. This year-round position works out of the Camp Echo office at the McGaw YMCA in Evanston, IL; requires some evening work during the year; requires weekend work throughout the summer; and […]

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The True Cost of Housing is Not Measured in Rent

The following essay by McGaw YMCA President and CEO Monique Parsons was published in the Evanston RoundTable on July 6, 2026. A young man in his twenties moves to Evanston to start a career. He knows no one and has little savings, but he has a chance to build a life. A father going through a divorce wants to stay close to his children but cannot afford a second home while helping support the first. A transit worker struggles to keep up with rising costs despite working full time. A man loses his job, then his health, then his savings, and eventually his home. Different stories. Different circumstances. The same challenge: finding a stable place to live. When we talk about housing, we often focus on rent prices, zoning decisions, or development proposals. Those conversations matter. But they can obscure a larger truth: the cost of housing is not measured

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Improving Your Y: Annual Maintenance & Amenity Closures

McGaw YMCA’s Annual Maintenance & Amenities Closures begin August 2. During this time, certain amenities at the Y will be temporarily unavailable as we complete important repairs and improvements designed to enhance your member experience and ensure the continued care of our facilities. Alternative Pool & Fitness Options. While the pools are closed for maintenance, members are welcome to swim at the North Suburban YMCA in Northbrook. During the Fitness Center closure, members may work out at Northwestern’s Henry Crown Sports Pavilion. View Details for Access Click on the name of each location to view complete closure details. This schedule will be updated as projects progress. All completion dates are anticipated and subject to change. View as Calendar

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