Why should high school students visit colleges? There are plenty of reasons, but one of the most important involves the way Shanice Stoby, an ETHS junior and a Y Achiever, describes her experience visiting Howard University just a few weeks ago: “I’m so in love with that school! The students, they were in this little […]
Exciting Changes in Store for Camp Echo
April 27, 2018
Fostering a love of community and deep appreciation of the outdoors, Camp Echo is one of the McGaw YMCA’s many youth development programs that is life-changing for kids. Not only has it become one of Evanston youth’s most treasured experiences, it continues to be increasingly accessible with exceptional, mindfully created programming. McGaw is intentionally working […]
6 Surefire Tips for Keeping Your Resolutions
February 21, 2018
By Alyson Mann Nothing turns a New Year’s resolution into the ghost-from-holidays-past quicker than a 6am alarm and a wind chill of 10° below. Who wants to get out of bed when the heated blanket and an extra hour of glorious sleep beckon? Sure, you would feel great after the workout, but snooze feels good […]
$1 Million Donation Makes McGaw Residents Smile
February 21, 2018
Another generous gift from The Davee Foundation will benefit the program that started it all – our men’s residence. The McGaw YMCA has a long history of providing affordable housing for men in Evanston. This January, in addition to the $1 Million Camp Echo grant, the McGaw YMCA received a $1 Million donation in memory […]
Community Supports, Celebrates McGaw Y at Annual Gala
February 21, 2018
Welcoming. Community-focused. Energizing. Those were just some of the descriptors used by attendees of the re-envisioned McGaw YMCA Gala, held on Jan. 20. This year’s signature fundraiser featured an elegant cocktail lounge atmosphere complete with made-to-order food tables, a center bar, and plenty of space to mingle. More than 400 people attended the gala to […]