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YMCA Day of Giving May 1

April 2, 2024

McGaw YMCA announces YMCA Day of Giving to support programming for all. EVANSTON, IL – On May 1, the McGaw YMCA will host a YMCA Day of Giving, a one-day event designed to ensure the Y is available to all Evanstonians. The McGaw Y has set a goal of 100 donors to support the children and families in the Evanston community. “This Day of Giving is more than just a fundraising event; it’s a celebration of community spirit,” said Mark Metz, Chair of the Board of Directors at the McGaw YMCA. “We invite everyone to join us on May 1st […]

Frequent Y’er Club Challenge – April

April 1, 2024
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McGaw YMCA Frequent Y'er Club Challenge

Choose your Frequent Y’er Club challenge for April! The McGaw YMCA Frequent Y’er Club challenges and celebrates members who are committed to strengthening self and community through active participation at the Y. Keep your motivation fresh and deepen your engagement across our Y community as you progress in your fitness journey. Choose a new challenge from one of our four quarterly challenge options each month and be proud of the new goals you will achieve! Plus, earn fun Y prizes along the way! FREE for McGaw YMCA members age 14+. Complete 1 of the 4 challenges: Visit the Y 12 […]

Sign up to Volunteer with Camp Echo

March 25, 2024
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With just over two months until Camp Echo’s 100th summer on Ryerson Long Lake begins, there are many opportunities to volunteer in Fremont and in Evanston this spring and summer. Adult Work Weekend at Camp Echo The 2024 Adult Spring Work Weekend is scheduled for May3-5.  This year, volunteers can choose to extend their stay before or after the weekend to complete additional projects in preparation for the 100th Anniversary.  Standard work weekend tasks include dock installation, cabin painting, cleaning and organizing program areas, clearing trails and/or woodchipping trails, splitting logs, and more. RSVP for Adult Work Weekend by April […]