Keep up with our latest events and initiatives! The Y is able to support the communities we serve with the help of generous participants and sponsors who support our fundraising events.
Join our Boston Marathon Team and fundraise to support the Y’s programming! If you would like to experience the camaraderie of running with a team while supporting the Y, you are encouraged to apply to the YMCA of Greater Boston’s Marathon team.
YMCA of Greater Boston
We will be distributing turkeys at the Dorchester YMCA.
We will be distributing gift cards and grocery bags at the Huntington Ave YMCA and Wang YMCA of Chinatown.
Food deliveries will be coordinated to different areas around Greater Boston with collaboration from the Red Cross.
We will be hosting our 18th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast on Friday, January 16, 2025, at 7:30 AM at the Roxbury YMCA as we celebrate bringing businesses and communities together to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The proceeds of our breakfast support the programs and services we provide for our children, youth, families, and seniors. With your help, we hope to expand our offerings to ensure that everyone in our community has access to the resources, education, and support they need to grow and succeed.
Join us as we celebrate Read Across America Day on March 3, a nationwide event that promotes the joy of reading and inspires a love of books in children of all ages. Our Early Education Centers will take part in special reading activities from 9:30–11:00am, and our Afterschool sites will celebrate from 4:00–5:00pm. We’re excited to spend the day sharing stories, building literacy skills, and encouraging lifelong readers!
Event slots are full. Contact Julie Richmond for more information at jrichmond@ymcaboston.org
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Join us April 17th from 5PM-8PM to celebrate Healthy Kids Day! This is a day to celebrate our kids’ mental and physical health, while teaching healthy habits and inspiring a lifetime love of physical activity.
Join at your local YMCA center to participate in games, activities, prizes and entertainment!
YMCA of Greater Boston
Join us April 18th from 10AM-1PM to celebrate Healthy Kids Day! This is a day to celebrate our kids’ mental and physical health, while teaching healthy habits and inspiring a lifetime love of physical activity.
Join at your local YMCA center to participate in games, activities, prizes and entertainment!
The iconic Boston Marathon® returns on April 20, 2026, bringing together world-class athletes, dedicated runners, and cheering spectators from around the globe. As the city comes alive with energy and community pride, we celebrate the spirit of perseverance, unity, and accomplishment that defines Marathon Monday.
Keep an eye out for an opportunity to join the YMCA’s very own Boston Marathon Team and fundraise to support the Y’s programming!
Join us for an elegant celebration at The Collective Lounge in the Winthrop Center April 24 at 7PM. Proceeds from the event will go towards funding the Hunger Prevention efforts of the YMCA of Greater Boston.
CHARLES RIVER YMCA
Join us April 25th from 10AM-1PM at the Charles River YMCA to celebrate Healthy Kids Day! This is a day to celebrate our kids’ mental and physical health, while teaching healthy habits and inspiring a lifetime love of physical activity. Participate in games, activities, prizes and entertainment!
YMCA of Greater Boston
An annual corporate team-building initiative designed to support a corporate ethos of giving back. Through fierce competition for a great cause, the YGB Games fosters camaraderie among colleagues. Your team will face off against competitors in games like dodgeball, basketball, etc. to determine who comes out on top! As a bonus, when you & your colleagues decide to register, you also will be significantly improving the lives of youth and families in the Greater Boston community.
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Join us for a fun day of golf! The day will be filled with tournament, raffles, silent auction and more! Proceeds from the golf tournament will go towards funding the programs of the Parkway Community YMCA. Registration begins at 10:30am. Please contact Taina Acevedo at TAcevedo@ymcaboston.org if you have any questions.
CHARLES RIVER YMCA
This 5K Race is a Needham staple for the 4th of July holiday. This year the Race will take place on Saturday, July 4th and begin at 8:30am. All proceeds will benefit the Charles River YMCA and help make it possible for all members of our local community to benefit from our programs and memberships.
The YMCA of Greater Boston is looking to assemble a team of rockstar runners to fundraise for the Y at the Falmouth Road Race, one of the premier running events of the Summer! Get involved to help us raise money to continue to support our programs providing quality youth development, aquatics and safe spaces for health and wellness in our community.
CHARLESTOWN YMCA & EAST BOSTON YMCA
Join us for a golf tournament competition Monday, August 31st at 7:30AM at Ferncroft Country Club! Your participation in our Battle for the Bay Golf Tournament supports youth and teen programs in East Boston and Charlestown.
Enjoy an evening of connection with delicious appetizers, raw bar, drinks, a cash bar, exciting raffles, and live entertainment.