NEWS

McGaw YMCA Board Welcomes Seven New Members
December 11, 2024

  Seven new board members were announced at the 139th Annual Meeting. Pictured (Front row, left to right) Denise Barreto, Peter Braithwaite, Carrie Charles, and Mary Finn. (Bottom row, left to right) Marlee Hendricks, Gyata Kimmons, and Peter Lewis. EVANSTON, IL – The McGaw YMCA announced the election of seven […]

Join Us: Camp Echo Recent Alumni Holiday Gathering
November 12, 2024

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 […]

McGaw YMCA Announces FY2025 Proposed Slate of Board Member Candidates
November 7, 2024

Each year, the McGaw YMCA Board of Directors nominates a new cohort of individuals to serve on the Board and the Membership of the McGaw YMCA votes to elect new board members during the virtual Board Election. The proposed slate is listed below. This year’s virtual Board Election will be […]

Celebrating the Season of Giving & Gratitude at McGaw YMCA
November 1, 2024

As the year comes to a close, the YMCA enters its Season of Giving and Gratitude—a time to reflect on our shared milestones and look ahead to new possibilities. This season goes beyond just festivities; it’s an opportunity to celebrate the spirit of community, kindness, and generosity that defines us. […]

McGaw YMCA Celebrates the Life of Supporter and Friend Hon. Delores Holmes
October 24, 2024

Photo credit: Evanston RoundTable The McGaw YMCA is deeply saddened by the passing of the Honorable Delores Holmes, a beloved Elder, community leader, and champion for equity and justice in Evanston. She was a formidable presence, dedicating her life to strengthening our community with unwavering integrity, wisdom, and grace. Throughout […]