NEWS
EVANSTON, IL — Today, the McGaw YMCA released its combined 2020 and 2021 Community Impact Report, highlighting the ways in which we have adapted and innovated to address the needs of our community over the past two challenging years. Since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have worked tirelessly to provide creative solutions that help all people in Evanston reach their full potential in spirit, mind, and body – even in the most difficult circumstances. In close partnership with nearby institutions, we rolled out new programming to serve Y members, residents at the McGaw YMCA, and the wider […]
The Board of Directors sets strategic direction and policy to support the Y’s mission and vision of becoming a place of belonging for all people at every stage of life. EVANSTON, IL — McGaw YMCA is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to its Board of Directors. The appointment underscores the YMCA’s commitment to reflecting the unique talent and voices of Evanston’s diverse and vibrant community. The new board members are: Brandon Buchanan, Director, Health Equity, NorthShore University HealthSystem. Brandon is a is a writer, mentor, and community health advocate who is passionate about improving healthcare equity […]
The vision for McGaw YMCA’s future is to become a place of belonging for all people at every stage of life. This strategic plan is the roadmap for how the YMCA will arrive at this destination. EVANSTON, IL. The McGaw YMCA has adopted a new strategic plan detailing the organization’s focus areas for the next three years. The goals of the plan include an increase in school readiness and success in Y youth; becoming a leader in promoting mental and physical well-being; addressing nutrition and food security across our community; advocating for bridge housing as part of Evanston’s response to […]