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Healthy Me in ’23

Have you heard it takes 21 days to build a habit? How about adding two more days for good measure? Accept this challenge and commit to a fitness goal for a healthy you in 2023. Committing to engage in new health and wellness activities will create the foundation for healthy habits long term! All Members,
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Jackie Kippen

February 1, 2023
Healthy Living / Social Responsibility / Youth Development

Winter 2 Programs

Keep your family active this winter with fun at the Y!
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Jackie Kippen

January 10, 2023
Social Responsibility

Charitable Gifts and the SECURE 2.0 Act

Passage of SECURE 2.0 Act incentivizes Americans to make charitable gifts in 2023.
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January 5, 2023
Healthy Living / Youth Development

Family Activities at Home!

When everyone is home for the holidays, try one of these kid-approved activities for some quality family time! Get Messy with one of these Holiday Projects! A holiday craft or STEM project is a great way to keep boredom from settling in and keep kids busy at home.
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Jackie Kippen

December 14, 2022
Press / Social Responsibility

YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit awarded AmFund Golden Pear Grant

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit was among the organizations selected for an unrestricted grant in the amount of $10,000 from the American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund).
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December 8, 2022
Healthy Living / Social Responsibility

2022 Fresh Baskets Impact

As a direct result of the generosity of organizations and individuals, 355 families enjoyed a holiday feast with their closest loved ones this holiday season. Thanksgiving could have been a difficult time for some families this year but because of our Fresh Baskets Project, a foundation of food, tradition, and togetherness continued.
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November 28, 2022
Healthy Living / Social Responsibility / Youth Development

Holidays at the Y

Enjoy the season with fun holiday activities, treats, crafts, and quality family time at the Y. Holidays at the Y are filled with fun, safe, family friendly events.
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Jackie Kippen

November 21, 2022
Healthy Living / Social Responsibility / Volunteerism / Youth Development

Winter Programs 2023

When the weather outside is frightful, come to the Y for some fun, safe (warm) indoor fun! When School’s Out Fun is In! School Break Camp is a fun, safe place for your child to spend their week or time out of school. Learn More Here Get in the Spirit of the season with Holidays
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Jackie Kippen

October 27, 2022
Social Responsibility / Volunteerism

Remembering Mick Lee, The “Spirit of Camp Nissokone”

Earlier this month, we celebrated the life and legacy of a beloved member of our Camp Nissokone family — Mick Lee. Mick served as our Property Manager at Camp Nissokone in Oscoda from 1993-2018, also helping to oversee the maintenance and facilities at Camp Ohiyesa for much of that time. Mick followed his father, Chuck,
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October 25, 2022
Social Responsibility

Detroit Hosted 1 of 8 Regional Emerging Multicultural Leadership Experiences

Earlier this month, we hosted one of 8 regional EMLE events in 2022! In collaboration with Greater Grand Rapids YMCA and Ann Arbor YMCA, we created an experience that allowed our network of staff to connect with peers, learn about mentorship, and learn more about our Y movement. This year’s tour shed light on the
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October 25, 2022