YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit

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  • Spotlight on Youth & Mental Health

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month! We sat down with one of our Youth Learning Center Program Directors, Lauren Savage to discuss mental health among youth. Lauren supports mental wellbeing and behavior management in our programs. 1. Tell us about your Y-story… My Y story began in 2014 as a day camp counselor. My friends…

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    Ariel

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    Child Abuse Prevention Month: 5 Days of Action

    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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    Jackie Kippen

  • Arab American Heritage Month

    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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  • Stand for Something: Environmental Justice

    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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  • DIEG Quarterly

    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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  • Understanding Ramadan

    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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    Ariel

  • Ukraine YMCAs – Hope In Midst of Crisis

    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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    Latitia McCree

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    Keeping All Our Children Safe: Support 5 Days of Action

    Click Photo to See Video The YMCA of Metro Detroit is participating in the Five Days of Action, June 7-11, 2021. The Five Days of Action is a week designed to raise awareness and inspire adults to take action to protect children from sexual abuse.  The Y encourages adults and organizations to join in marking…

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    Latitia McCree

  • Enjoy the PGA with Rocket Mortgage and the YMCA

    Complimentary Two Day Passes are Available for the Rocket Mortgage Golf Classic: June 28 and June 29, 9:00am – 6:00pm at the Detroit Golf Club 17911 Hamilton Road, Detroit, MI 48203. All YMCA staff, members and program participants and their family members are welcomed. You can reserve up to 8 free tickets!

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    Latitia McCree

  • YMCA Day of Giving March 2, 2021

    Today we are excited to share how your support helps the YMCA help others, make every day better. Consider making a special donation today and or asking family and friends to Give to the YMCA. Did you know despite the YMCA being closed for over 6 months in 2020 that thanks to our members, donors,…

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    Latitia McCree