Our Mission and Impact

Winston-Salem, NC (May 15, 2023) – The Robinhood Road Family YMCA is honored to announce the dedication of its hot yoga studio to Davie County resident John Budd for his passion and service in the practice of hatha and other forms of yoga. 

Winston-Salem, NC (March 24, 2023) – The Stokes Family YMCA has been awarded the Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award for its YMCA Bright Beginnings program, which provides back-to-school materials for Stokes County students in need. The Stokes YMCA seeks to serve 100 students from all elementary schools in the county with its collaborative partner Stokes County Schools.

What is a Blessing Box? The Blessing Box is a box filled with nonperishable food items and basic toiletries for those battling food insecurity and/

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements and time to recognize the central role of Blacks and African Americans in U.S. history and culture.

On a Sunday morning at the William G. White, Jr. Family YMCA the Barr family gathered with friends to memorialize the lives of students, athletes, sons and brothers, Will and Corey Simons.

Winston-Salem, NC (June 6, 2022)—The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina has named Rev. Kenneth A. Pettigrew Executive Director of the Winston Lake Family YMCA. Rev. Pettigrew will oversee all operations of the Winston Lake Family YMCA and will coordinate all community partnerships through the branch. He will start his role on July 18.

Winston-Salem, NC (May 13, 2022) – The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina announced today that Darryl Head has been named President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 16, following an extensive six-month national search.

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

Financial scholarships, programs for youth, and community outreach were key areas of focus last year