Author name: Evangeline Semark

Join Us: Camp Echo Recent Alumni Holiday Gathering

Reconnect, Reminisce, and Celebrate the Season!  Celebrate the season and reconnect with fellow Camp Echo recent alumni at this year’s Holiday Gathering! Join the Camp Echo team for this festive event at Firehouse Grill in Evanston on December 21 from 3:00-6:00PM to reconnect, share camp memories, hear the latest camp updates, and celebrate the lasting impact of the Camp Echo spirit! This is a 21+ event and intended for alumni who attended or worked at Camp Echo from 2010 onward. Camp Echo gear is welcome and encouraged. Event Details:  Who: Camp Echo alumni 21+ (by Dec. 21!) who attended or worked at camp since 2010 When: Saturday, December 21, 3-6 PM CT Where: Firehouse Grill, 750 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202 Cost: $25/person if registered by December 3; $40/person after Includes: Light snacks, door prizes, camp updates, and great company! Don’t miss this chance to reconnect with the Camp Echo […]

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Tickets Now on Sale for McGaw YMCA Gala

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McGaw YMCA announces early bird ticket sales for its Annual Gala on January 25, 2025, promising an unforgettable evening of impact.  Early bird tickets for the McGaw YMCA Annual Gala are now available. This special event invites the community to come together for an unforgettable evening of impact, all in support of building a stronger, healthier Evanston for future generations. Event Details:   Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025 Time: 7:00-10:00 PM Location: McGaw YMCA Sebring-Lewis Center Attire: Business casual to Gala-worthy glamour What to Expect:    Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails and food crafted by local vendors, giving opportunities, raffles, and inspiring moments highlighting the McGaw YMCA’s role as a key collaborator and innovator in the Evanston community. For highlights of the 2024 Gala, read the event recap. Buy Your Tickets Early:   Early bird tickets are available for $125 until November 30. After that, tickets will be $150. PURCHASE TICKETS Sponsorship opportunities

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Work at Camp Echo This Summer

Join the incredible team at McGaw YMCA’s Camp Echo in Fremont, Michigan! We’re seeking individuals who are passionate about making summer camp a place where community thrives, and every camper experiences a sense of belonging, growth, and connection in spirit, mind, and body. Camp Echo is now hiring for a variety of positions for Summer 2025. Whether you love working directly with campers or prefer a behind-the-scenes role, there’s a place for you at Camp Echo. Come be a part of an unforgettable summer adventure! View the listing of job openings here Qualified applicants will undergo interviews and reference checks. Positions are filled based on applications submitted by the following Priority Consideration dates: November 1, 2024: Returning International Program Staff December 1, 2024: Unit Leaders, Lead Cooks, Food Service Operations Specialist, Junior Staff (R1) January 1, 2025: Activity, MESH and Program Specialists, Health Officers, Cooks, Junior Staff (R2) February 1,

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