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McGaw Y Launches 100th Year Celebration of Camp Echo

A year-long celebration of special events and activities are planned to honor a century of adventure, growth, and community.  EVANSTON, IL. – McGaw YMCA is proud to announce the celebration of Camp Echo’s 100th year anniversary. Since its inception at its current home in 1924, Camp Echo, one of the longest-standing YMCA camps in the nation, has remained a beloved destination for generations of children and families seeking a summer camp adventure away from home. Nestled in the woods of Fremont, MI, Camp Echo has helped transform the lives of countless campers by providing immersive outdoor experiences that combine adventure, education, and a sense of community. Each year, over 1,500 campers from Evanston and beyond enjoy summer at Camp Echo as a chance to unplug from life’s demands, form connections in spirit, mind and body. “Camp Echo leaves an imprint on your soul,” said Monique Parsons, McGaw YMCA President/CEO. “It […]

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McGaw YMCA Board Welcomes Three New Members

Three new board members were announced at the 138th Annual Meeting on August 8. EVANSTON, IL – The McGaw YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community, announced the election of three new members to serve three-year terms on its Board of Directors. The announcement was made at the 138th Annual Meeting held August 8. The following community leaders have been elected to the board: Monique Holland, Deputy Director of Athletics/Chief of Staff at Northwestern University Philina King, General Counsel at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office Jeremy Yonan, Vice President, Head of Total Rewards and HRIS at Upwork Read their detailed biographies. The Annual Meeting was held at the McGaw YMCA with an online option offered for those who wished to attend virtually. Those in attendance had an opportunity to celebrate the Y’s volunteer board members and hear from President & CEO Monique Parsons, who provided an update on

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Celebrating Our Milestones and Vision for the Future

A Fiscal Year-End Update from McGaw YMCA’s President/CEO The following remarks were presented by President/CEO Monique Parsons at the 138th Annual Meeting on August 8. It is an honor to provide this update as the President and CEO of this remarkable organization, which has been serving the Evanston community for over a century. This fiscal year has been filled with incredible milestones and inspiring moments that have brought us closer to our mission of cultivating the whole person, strengthening community, and providing equitable access to transformational experiences that uplift the mind, body, and spirit. As we reflect on our achievements and set our sights on the future, I’d like to share some of our notable accomplishments and present our vision for the future. Membership Growth: Over the past year, we have experienced significant growth in our membership, with a record number of individuals and families joining and staying with the

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