The NC Alliance of YMCAs is teaming up with partners to host a Slow Twitter Chat from May 23-27 on opportunities for enhancing staff well-being.

The YMCA of Catawba Valley was awarded the 2022 Eagle Award for Excellence in Fundraising by the North American YMCA Development Organization (NAYDO).

Community members, Y donors and volunteers, along with town, county, and state leaders gathered with Gaston County Family YMCA staff in Cherryville on March 24 to celebrate the opening of the newly relocated Cherryville Family YMCA. The new location, just a short walk from the branch’s original location, is larger and has room for expansion to meet the growing needs of the community.

Working at the YMCA as a camp counselor or lifeguard provides teens and young adults with key career-building skills that they can take anywhere as they prepare for college or their career. The skills young Y staff learn, demonstrate and master translate to multiple situations and work environments that are on par with and often more valuable than an office internship.