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YMCA of Northwest North Carolina

Welcome to the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA

Join us at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA, conveniently located near downtown Winston-Salem and in the historic West End Neighborhood! We offer a wide range of youth development programs in camps and youth sports. We have an extensive collection of aquatic programs, group exercise options, personal training, and several spaces dedicated to your fitness needs. We also have classes dedicated to SilverSneakers® members.

We're Hiring!

We have full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions available in multiple departments in branches across the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina.

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Your William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA

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Teen Referral Memberships

In a world full of isolation and unrest, it is more important than ever that we keep our young people engaged in positive experiences in healthy, safe environments. Our new initiative offers eligible young people ages 12-18 years old in our communities a free membership to access the Y’s fitness facilities, basketball courts, swimming pools, and so much more.

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Our Impact in the Community

Your support of the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA’s Annual Impact Fund ensures the sustainability of life-changing programs and opportunities for all in our community. Whenever a neighbor needs support, the YMCA of NWNC stands ready to help with open arms and caring heart.

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41st Annual Mistletoe Run

You are invited to the most wonderful run of the year! Join us for our 41st annual event on December 7. In addition to our updated and improved half marathon, 5K and 1 mile Fun Run course, we will have bounce houses, music, cheerleaders, community mascots, donuts at the finish line, & more! Mistletoe Run is presented by Bell Davis and Pitt and proud to be the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina's largest fundraiser!

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Partners for a Healthy Community

Branch Amenities

This YMCA offers numerous programs and services dedicated to building healthy, confident, and connected children, adults, and families.

Wellness Center
Indoor Lap Pool
Indoor Recreation Pool
Training Center
Summer Day Camp
Before and After School Academy
Kids Zone
Youth Sports
Group Exercise Classes
Personal Training
Basketball Courts
Racquetball Courts
Squash Courts
Indoor Track
Adaptive programs
Locker Rooms
Sauna
Whirlpool

The Latest from the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA

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Our Mission and Impact

YMCA of NWNC Annual Celebration

During our Annual Celebration we honored those who have supported our association and contributed to the growth of its mission and impact. We inducted the late Richard “Rick” French into our Red Triangle Society, presented 13 volunteers of the year with the Strong Award and presented Carver High School’s inaugural Youth and Government delegation with the Youth Leadership Award.
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Our Mission and Impact

With the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina You Belong

The Y Highlights its 2022 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Efforts The Y’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith inspire us to ensure everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential and be authentic in all aspects of life: ability, age, cultural background, economic status, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, language, national or
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Wellness

Have a Happy Healthy Holiday!

With all the shopping, cooking, family visits, and parties, it’s harder for people to make healthy choices during the holiday season. Luckily, two experts from the YMCA are here with tips to help everyone feel their best – even when life gets busy. Together, they’ve compiled a 7W “Wish List” of healthy habits to build over the holidays.
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Our Mission and Impact

Crisis in Ukraine Hits Close to Home for YMCA of NWNC

The Y Association has had a partnership with YMCA Ukraine for nearly 30 years; hopes to generate local support, aid for Ukrainians. WINSTON-SALEM — The invasion by Russian forces into Ukraine and the damage it has caused hits close to home for many at the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina, as the organization has had a longstanding connection with YMCA Ukraine for near
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Support the Y

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. You can help kids learn, grow and thrive, as well as ensure no one is ever turned away due to the inability to pay. Donations provide financial assistance to make Y programs available to everyone in our community.

Every gift makes a difference. Everyone has a role to play. Together, we can do so much more.

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Our Mission: "Helping all people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body."

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