New York City’s YMCA is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community.
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Community. Recreation. Walkability. 🧘♀️🏙️ This week we joined F&T Group to break ground on Flushing Commons Phase II, bringing a 66,000-sq-ft YMCA, 1.3 acres of open space with an amphitheater, retail, office, and 156 new homes to Downtown Flushing.
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In recognition of the tireless efforts of our staff, our branches are closed today, September 4. We will be open until 3pm on Labor Day, September 7. Pools at some branches will be closed for maintenance. For more information, visit our website: ymcanyc.org
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May is National Water Safety Awareness Month! On @GMA, Lindsay Mondick, @YMCA's director of aquatics and water, shared important tips to staying safe in and around the water 💦
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Thank you, @Airbnb, for providing this incredible experience to hundreds of NYC youth!⚽️
The World Cup is coming to New York and New Jersey, and the next generation of fans will be in the stands. @Airbnb is partnering with the @YMCANYC and local organizations to put 1,000 @FIFAWorldCup tickets in the hands of young people across the region. cbsnews.com/newyork/news/fre…
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Awesome summer camp memories start inside the Y! On 4/18, stop by your local branch to learn about the awesomeness awaiting your kid this summer. The day is a two-in-one combo: Healthy Kids Day and Summer Camp Open House!
Learn more: ymcanyc.org/healthykidsday
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150 kids and teens from 12 YMCA of Greater New York branches participated in our first-ever Battle of the Boroughs youth basketball competition, presented in partnership with @nyknicks and @NY1's parent company @getspectrum!
Learn more: ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/new…
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Get ready for Healthy Kids Day! On Saturday, 4/18, stop by your local Y and enjoy a day of sweat, smiles, and discovery for the whole family.
Plus, learn all about our upcoming Summer Camps 🙌 ymcanyc.org/healthykidsday
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Take action: Governor Hochul & state legislators are still negotiating the final FY 2027 budget. Tell them to include key updates to the NYS education funding formula, including adding a weight for students in temporary housing or foster care: actionnetwork.org/letters/te…
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Reminder: Join us on 3/23 as we rally for continued funding for important education programs funded with city dollars set to expire in June 2026 bit.ly/Register-Rally
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We're proud to be part of the Coalition for Equitable Education Funding.
On 3/23, join us as we rally for continued funding for important education programs funded with city dollars set to expire in June 2026 bit.ly/Register-Rally
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At a Y summer camp, EVERY kid finds a summer designed just for them☺️
This Saturday, March 7, learn more and join us for a day of free family fun and kid-approved activities! ymcanyc.org/events/open-hous…
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Reminder: 3-K and pre-k applications are now OPEN!
If your child was born in 2022 or 2023, you can apply for free 3-K or pre-k programs for the upcoming school year.
Applications close February 27. Learn more: nyc.gov/3K and nyc.gov/PreK
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We were honored to host @SpeakerMenin as she announced the appointment of Cross Island Y representative @CMLindaLee as Chair of the Council’s Finance Committee. We applaud the Speaker’s choice for this key role and look forward to continuing our work together for all New Yorkers.
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Due to the impact of the blizzard, all NYC YMCA branches will have a delayed opening of 12:00 PM ET tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24.
Stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you soon.
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Due to inclement weather, all New York City YMCA branches will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23, and all Childcare and Afterschool programs will be canceled.
Please check our website on Monday for more information about Tuesday’s YMCA schedule: ymcanyc.org
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Due to inclement weather, all New York City YMCA branches will close early on Sunday, February 22, at 2PM ET.
Please check our website on Sunday for information about Monday’s YMCA schedule: ymcanyc.org
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An incredible morning as New York expands access to child care with @GovKathyHochul, @NYCMayor, @DOEChancellor, @SpeakerMenin, elected officials and advocates at @ymcanyc!
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We had a blast celebrating #WorldBasketballDay with Taj Gibson, Nyara Sabally and our friends from the YMCA at Basketball City 🌏🏀
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Heads up: All YMCA of Greater New York branches will open at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 27 due to inclement weather. Stay safe!
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We're grateful for @anthembcbs’s investment in our lifeguard training initiative. Together, we’re ensuring that more New Yorkers have access to high quality swim instruction.
$100K grant awarded to YMCA to support lifeguard initiative and programming at Jamaica branch – QNS qns.com/2025/10/100k-grant-y…
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