Category: Social Responsibility
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During the month of April, we recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month (NCAPM) and the importance of communities working together to help families thrive and prevent child maltreatment. This month and throughout the year, the YMCA encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making metro Detroit a better place for children and…
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The ninth month of the Islamic calendar is called Ramadan. It is a time of prayer, fasting, and community within the Islamic faith. Devout Muslims around the world will observe Ramadan beginning sundown tonight until May 1. This is a time for deepened connection with God. It is the practice of a spiritual and physical…
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organization’s growth and societal impact is unmistakable.
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On Tuesday, March 1, 2022, thousands of YMCA members and friends from across the nation will make contributions to support the YMCA’s community impact work. Here in Metro Detroit, we have been serving our communities for 170 years, making sure kids and families have access to basic needs like food, reliable childcare like our Y…
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Please help us help others. Please contribute to our YMCA’s Ukrainian Crisis Relief today. Learn more about Ukraine YMCAs through the eyes of a volunteer or check out their website. State of Emergency As of February 24, 2022, Russian Armed Forces have attacked several cities in Ukraine according to major news outlets: Enduring Social Responsibility…
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This Black History Month we encourage you to support Black Owned Businesses. Stop into one of these businesses near your local YMCA.
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We’re excited to welcome everyone to the South Oakland Family YMCA Grand Reopening to celebrate our continued commitment to our community and showcase the renovation of the YMCA.
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n February 2022, The Wright Museum of African American History will offer 250 Complimentary Family Passes to YMCA members to be used once during the month of February to see the exhibition Tutankhamun: Wonderful Things from The Pharaoh’s Tomb.
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MLK Day January 17, 2022 Dr. King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?” As we celebrate 170 years of service to the Metro Detroit area, we invite you to join us in honoring Dr. King’s legacy by committing to serve with us through volunteerism. Volunteering, regardless…
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Your YMCA is committed to helping create healthier communities. As we all live through the numerous variations of the COVID-19 international health epidemic we are asking all our members to Be Sure. Be Safe… Be Understanding… Be a Referral… Begin Exercising
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