Category: Social Responsibility
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On June 6, the YMCA marks 178 years as a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through programs and services designed to foster youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Explore five past notable events and achievements that demonstrate the Y’s commitment to the communities it serves.
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William and Marie Carls were instrumental in establishing the William and Marie Carls Family YMCA. Learn more about the history of William Carls and his commitment to benefitting his community and country…
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Urban sprawl had not yet begun to reach the Milford area in the 1970s, yet for the 4,600 people living in the Village alone, there was a substantial demand for family recreation. A YMCA was in need. The nearest YMCA was in Farmington Hills (the Farmington Family YMCA), which at that time operated from an…
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Join us to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Carls Family YMCA with a block party and more fun for the whole family!
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As we wrap up child abuse prevention month, we would like to say thank you for committing alongside us to child protection. It was a monumental month of awareness, but remember that prevention does not end in April! Child sexual abuse prevention is a year-round commitment to child safety, in which we all have the…
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During these Five Days of Action, we would like to introduce you to the foundational habits of child sexual abuse prevention—KNOW. SEE. RESPOND. When put into practice, they help us create safer environments for children to grow and learn. KNOW: Knowing about child sexual abuse can help us better understand what to look for and…
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April is Arab American Heritage Month! We honor the many contributions of Arab Americans to our community. Our friends at the National Museum of Arab American History invite you to visit all month long as they offer FREE admission. Experience and engage with the culture and history of the Arab American community. Learn more about…
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month! As part of our commitment to protecting the children in our community, we’re joining youth serving organizations across the country by participating in the Five Days of Action—a week-long campaign, starting Monday April 18th and ending Friday April 22nd, to increase awareness of child sexual abuse and empower and…
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April 21st, we invite you to our 5th Stand for Something community conversation that explores how we can support environmental justice through education, legislation, advocacy, and community.
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We are committed to diversity, inclusion, equity and global in all aspects of our YMCA community. Read on to see how our staff engaged our community this quarter. Downriver Family YMCA The Downriver Family YMCA Team sparked conversation on MLK Day with members about their dreams! In honor of MLK Day and our 170th birthday…
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