NEWS

McGaw YMCA Day of Giving Returns May 8
April 8, 2025

EVANSTON, IL – McGaw YMCA is proud to announce the return of its Day of Giving on May 8, 2025—a one-day opportunity for the Evanston community to come together and help create brighter futures. This year’s goal is to rally 130 donors in just 24 hours. Thanks to a generous […]

McGaw YMCA Healthy Kids Day: A Fun-Filled Evening for Families!
April 7, 2025

EVANSTON, IL – The McGaw YMCA is excited to announce its upcoming Healthy Kids & Families Day event on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Families are invited to join us at this annual celebration designed to kick off the spring season with a focus on […]

Summer Swim Lessons & Sports Registration is Open!
April 7, 2025

Summer is just around the corner, and that means it’s time for families to dive into fun and fitness at the Y. Community-wide registration is now open for Summer Sports programs and Summer Swim lessons. Whether families are looking to build confidence in the water with expert swim instructors or […]

McGaw YMCA Gala 2025: Shining Bright in the Evanston Community
February 3, 2025
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Monique Parsons, McGaw YMCA President/CEO, welcomed guests at the McGaw YMCA Gala on January 25. EVANSTON, IL. – The McGaw YMCA hosted its annual gala on January 25, 2025, in the Sebring-Lewis Center, bringing the Evanston community together for an evening that truly shined. This year’s event, presented by Northwestern […]

Celebrating Black History at the YMCA
February 1, 2025

The McGaw YMCA celebrates Black History Month as an important opportunity to learn and reflect. Rooted in our mission, the McGaw Y strives to be a welcoming place of belonging for all who walk through our doors. This month—and every month—we reaffirm our commitment to being a place where everyone can […]