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At its annual fundraising event, the Democratic Party of Evanston honored Monique Parsons with the Abner J. Mikva Award. EVANSTON, IL — At its annual fundraising event on November 9, the Democratic Party of Evanston honored Monique Parsons, President and CEO of the McGaw YMCA, as this year’s recipient of […]
It’s McGaw YMCA’s Season of Giving & Gratitude, and this year we’re proudly celebrating 140 years of community, connection, and impact. Since 1885, the Y has been a place where lives are transformed. Join us as we celebrate this milestone year and continue the work ahead. Upcoming Events YMCA Day […]
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 […]
Mayor Daniel Biss (left) presented the YMCA Day in Evanston Proclamation to McGaw YMCA President/CEO Monique Parsons and Chief of Staff and Strategy Jesse Chatz. EVANSTON, IL. – At the October 27 City Council meeting, Mayor Daniel Biss proclaimed November 17, 2025, as YMCA Day in Evanston, recognizing the YMCA’s […]
Mark Metz and Noreen Edwards, shown here crossing into Illinois, have already biked 2,900 of 4,100 miles for the McGaw YMCA Men’s Residence and its upcoming renovations. (Photo credit: Miles that Matter blog) McGaw YMCA Board Chair Mark Metz and his wife, Noreen Edwards, are over halfway through their cross-country […]