Community Programs

PHILADELPHIA, PA - AUGUST 2, 2021 - To help the children of Philadelphia bounce back from Covid-19 impacts, The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is partnering closely with the city on two key programs.

PHILADELPHIA, PA – July 23, 2021 – Just weeks after The Aspen Institute released “State of Play Camden,” a comprehensive report assessing the landscape of sport activities for youth, the Sixers Youth Foundation has announced a $50,000 grant to the Greater Philade

We're hosting a series of workshops geared toward helping high schoolers navigate college applications! This series will guide participants through each stage of the application process.

Chester, PA — August 12, 2026 — Subaru of America, Inc.

We're partnering with Media Rotary Club to host a back to school donation drive. We invite you to help by donating new, unopened school supplies to support families in our area.Where:Donation bins are available in the lobby of the Rocky Run YMCA.

PHILADELPHIA, PA — August 10, 2026 — The Greater Philadelphia YMCA announced that registration is open for the fall session of its Veterans Wellness Program, a free 12-week program designed to help local veterans and their families reconnect with their health thr

Joe Brown walked past the Fitness Center every day for two years. As an army veteran, he'd come to the Y religiously but stuck to what brought him through the door — the ping pong table.

Philadelphia, PA — July 31, 2026 — The Greater Philadelphia YMCA announced that registration is open for the fall session of LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a free, research-based ph

Expectant mothers, let us help connect you to a healthier life! Our Maternal Wellness Initiative is back for our spring session! This program is designed to provide free membership and programming tailored to expectant moms from their pregnancy through early motherhood.