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What happens when you give to the Y?

When you support the Y, you are positively impacting the lives of people in our community. YOUR gift could give more children the opportunity to thrive in a safe nurturing space through our youth programs, help someone be their healthiest happiest self, encourage a senior to participate and socialize in a welcoming environment, create long-lasting summer camp memories for kids, and so much more! YOUR gift makes all of this possible!

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Dirty Dozen 5K and Fun Run Obstacle Mud Run

Celebrate the 6th Annual Dirty Dozen 5K Obstacle Mud Run (ages 7 to adults) and Fun Run (for all ages) on Saturday, September 14! Participants will be challenged as they run through obstacles and test their strength, agility, and stamina. Proceeds benefit people in the community, Y innovative health programs benefiting cancer survivors, and other chronic disease programs.

Community Impact

We're proud to serve the people of Northwest North Carolina. In 2023, we launched new community programs, invested in our facilities and equipment, and continued to demonstrate that the Y is a safe place for all to focus on their health — spiritually, mentally and physically.

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Teens were provided with a safe space and a free membership

Literacy students increased language & interpersonal skills

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Dollars in scholarships given for membership and programs

Membership Means More at the Y

All YMCA of Northwest North Carolina members have access to all of our locations and programs. With membership at one branch, you can enjoy full access and amenities at each of our 14 locations.

State-of-the-art fitness equipment

Members have access to quality equipment to help them meet their wellness needs — from cardio training to strength and conditioning, and everything in between.

Pools and exercise facilities

We have 14 branches across a seven county area, with multiple pools (indoor and outdoor!), basketball, racquetball and pickleball courts, training centers, saunas, and much more!

Free group exercise classes

Members get free access to hundreds of group exercise classes including Hot Yoga, numerous Les Mills classes like Body Pump and Body Balance, classes geared towards our Active Older Adults, water fitness classes, and more. Plus, our Virtual Y classes - online classes you can take in the comfort of your home!

Free childcare for members

Members with household memberships can bring their kids to our free Kids Zone (formerly called Child Watch) where we supervise children while parents are at the Y. Kids will play, learn and make friends!

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SWIM LESSON GALLERY

What’s happening at the Y?

The Y Hires Program Director of Teen Mental Health

The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina (NWNC) has hired Erin Bracey as its program director of teen mental health to address the critical needs of teens by identifying mental health challenges, providing resources and connections to mental health providers, and fostering supportive communities. In her role, Bracey will provide support to all 14 of the YMCA of NWNC’s locations.

Highlighting Our 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Efforts

In 2023, the YMCA of NWNC’s DEI committee made progress on its strategic priorities and prepared for further advancement of key areas in 2024. Progress included training, events, the launch of an employee resource group, enhanced community programming and more.

Our Impact in 2023

In 2023, we launched new community programs, invested in our facilities and equipment, and continued to demonstrate that the Y is a safe place for all to focus on their health — spiritually, mentally and physically.

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The YMCA has a mission of helping all people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body. We also strive to turn no one away due to an inability to pay a program or membership fee. Our goal is to serve as many people in the community as possible that can benefit from our services. We can’t do that without your help.

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