EVANSTON, IL. — Summer break is here, and for many children, it means losing access to the nutritious meals they rely on during the school year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), while over 30 million kids benefit from free or reduced-cost meals through the National School Lunch […]

McGaw Y employee Taishiya Nix was selected to participate in the YMCA of the USA’s Multicultural Executive Development Institute (MEDI). EVANSTON, IL. – McGaw YMCA proudly announces that Taishiya Nix has been selected to participate in the YMCA of the USA’s Multicultural Executive Development Institute (MEDI). This esteemed national program […]

Retired McGaw YMCA President/CEO Rev. Mark A. Dennis, Jr. is remembered as a cherished leader, mentor, and friend to many. It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of retired McGaw YMCA President/CEO Rev. Mark Andrew Dennis, Jr., a cherished leader, mentor, and friend to many. Mark served […]

Generosity blooms: 117 donors raised $12,000+ at YMCA’s Day of Giving, represented by pinwheels in the Garden of Gratitude on the front lawn. EVANSTON, IL – The McGaw YMCA experienced a whirlwind of generosity at its first-ever Day of Giving on May 1. This 24-hour fundraising event brought support from […]