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McGaw YMCA Celebrates 140 Years with Y140 Party

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President & CEO Monique Parsons is standing at a podium addressing the attendees of the Y140 Party.

Monique Parsons, McGaw YMCA President/CEO, welcomed guests at the Y140 Party on January 24.   EVANSTON, IL. – The McGaw YMCA celebrated 140 years of service, connection, and community on Saturday, January 24, with the Y140 Party, presented by Northwestern University. The event offered the ultimate “night in the Town” experience, blending the elegance of past Y Galas with the energy of the iconic Y Parties of years past. Over 300 guests filled the Sebring-Lewis Center, enjoying music from DJ Corey Bless, a photo booth, and a popular yearbook viewing station hosted by Evanston Township High School Alumni Relations. Local favorite Gigio’s Pizza, a staple of Y Party culture, made a special appearance, and attendees showed off red carpet-glam and retro-inspired Y Party looks while reconnecting with familiar faces for an unforgettable celebration. During the event, Monique Parsons, President and CEO of the McGaw YMCA, reflected on the Y’s enduring

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YMCA Camp Countdown: Registration for Camp Echo and Summer Day Camp Begins January 6

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Register for McGaw Y Camps Starting January 6! EVANSTON, IL – Families can look forward to the ultimate unplugged summer adventure at McGaw YMCA camps! From fresh air and outdoor adventures at Camp Echo to creative fun and real-life connections at Summer Day Camp, campers will enjoy a summer experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Registration opens January 6—don’t miss the chance to secure a spot for screen-free summer fun! Camp Echo Open Enrollment At Camp Echo, campers trade their screens for sunshine, camaraderie, and outdoor adventure in Fremont, MI. From sunrise songs to campfire nights, Echo offers the kind of immersive overnight camp environment where campers of all ages discover who they are, push themselves to try new things, and grow through every challenge. Missed the early registration lottery? No problem! Camp Echo’s open enrollment begins at 12:00pm (CT) on January 6 for: Traditional Camp Teen Programs Adventure Trips

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McGaw YMCA Board Welcomes Eight New Members

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  Eight new board members were announced at the 140th Annual Meeting. Pictured (Front row, left to right) Emily Bothfeld, Deldri R. Dugger, Mercedes Fernández, Theodore “Teddy” Umstead Foster. (Bottom Row, left to right) Erinn Kenney, Krenice Ramsey, Christian Sorenson, and Henry Wilkins. EVANSTON, IL – The McGaw YMCA announced the election of eight new members to its Board of Directors during its 140th Annual Meeting on December 9. The newly elected members join a dedicated volunteer board responsible for guiding the nonprofit’s strategic direction and advancing its mission to serve as a place where meaningful and unexpected connections help build a stronger, more inclusive community. Elected by the McGaw Y membership, the following individuals will serve three-year terms: Emily Bothfeld, education attorney and Partner at Hogan Marren Babbo & Rose Deldri R. Dugger, Director of Technology Financial Management for the Cybersecurity division at CNA Insurance Mercedes Fernández, Latino Liaison

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