Roxbury YMCA Unveils Newly Renovated Welcome Center
October 30, 2024
WBZ NEWS — The Roxbury YMCA unveiled new upgrades to its Welcome Center on Wednesday, including new flooring, massive windows and handicap accessibility features.
Massachusetts communities send more help to areas recovering after Hurricane Helene
October 4, 2024
WCVB — Food, flashlights, water, paper goods, baby care items and other necessities are being collected at a Massachusetts police station, one example of ongoing charitable efforts to help communities down south that were devastated by Hurricane Helene. Among them the YMCA of Greater Boston also helped to deliver a truck of food to Asheville, North Carolina.
Crews from Massachusetts continue search and rescue efforts in North Carolina after Helene flooding
October 4, 2024
7 NEWS WHDH — Crews from Massachusetts have continued to conduct search and rescue efforts in North Carolina in recent days as the region grapples with the aftermath of flooding from Hurricane Helene. The YMCA of Greater Boston also sent a truck filled with food for those affected in Asheville, North Carolina.
Early education, childcare programs to implement renovations with EEOST grant allocations
September 9, 2024
THE DAILY FREE PRESS — Exciting renovations are on the horizon for the YMCA of Greater Boston thanks to a $251,000 EEOST grant! This funding will enhance safety and security at the East Boston YMCA, ensuring a safer environment for the children it supports. Learn more about how these upgrades will transform the center and benefit families in the community!
A 'love story' from Lynn
September 6, 2024
ITEMLIVE — Maria Canton, a dedicated Lynn resident and seasoned HR professional, has been named the YMCA of Greater Boston’s first Chief of People and Culture Officer. With a deep-rooted connection to the Lynn YMCA, Canton is excited to enhance internal communications and strengthen the organization’s culture, ensuring every employee feels valued and connected. Learn more about how her vision with the YMCA is set to inspire growth and unity across the community!
Rockland Trust Foundation donates $90K to Greater Boston Y grouping
July 25, 2024
DORCHESTER REPORTER — The Rockland Trust Foundation has partnered with the YMCA of Greater Boston to support teen employment this summer, including at the Dorchester YMCA on Washington Street, with a $90,000 multi-year donation.
MAYOR WU ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF SUMMER MEAL SITES ACROSS THE CITY PROVIDING HEALTHY MEALS AT NO COST TO YOUTH
July 17, 2024
CITY OF BOSTON — Mayor Michelle Wu announces the Boston Summer Eats program, providing free, nutritious meals to youth across the city until the end of August. With over 30 meal sites, this initiative ensures that children 18 and under have access to healthy food outside of the school year. The YMCA of Greater Boston plays a pivotal role, offering support and collaboration to make this program a success.
Sailors Visit With Youngsters at Dorchester YMCA Summer Camp
July 3, 2024
BOSTON GLOBE — Ten crew members from the USS Oscar Austin met with youngsters Wednesday at the YMCA of Greater Boston’s camp in Dorchester.
Heeding the call: Greater Boston lifeguards train to keep summer safe and fun
June 23, 24024
BOSTON HERALD — The YMCA of Greater Boston is helping address the national lifeguard shortage by organizing a comprehensive Golden Guard training event at the Waltham YMCA. The event gathered lifeguards from 13 centers to participate in various training stations covering drowning prevention, lifesaving techniques, first aid, and CPR.
DCR Celebrates Summer Pool Openings in Roxbury
June 22, 2024
BOSTON GLOBE — The DCR opened several pool sites with help from organizations like the YMCA amidst the challenge of a national lifeguard shortage. The YMCA is helping to counter this through their own initiatives such as their Golden Guard Training, where 200 new lifeguards were trained on the first day of summer.
Boston YMCA Trains 200 New Lifeguards to Start Summer Season
June 22, 2024
WBZ NEWS — The YMCA of Greater Boston spent the first day of summer teaching around 200 people how to be lifeguards.
YMCA of Greater Boston Offering Free Summer Memberships For All Teens in the Boston Area
June 10, 2024
Read more about our initiative to provide teens with YMCA memberships for the summer, enabling them to stay healthy and promoting positive social connections during the school off-season.
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Nonprofits and local organizations rally to help migrants in Massachusetts
June 6, 2024
WGBH — In response to the state of emergency declared in Massachusetts due to an influx of homeless and migrant families, the YMCA of Greater Boston has stepped up to provide critical support. Learn how the YMCA, along with partners like United Way, is offering emergency shelter and services to those in need.
Swimming Lessons Reduce Drowning Risks But They're Hard to Find
June 4, 2024
BOSTON GLOBE — Drowning is the leading cause of death among 1 to 4-year-olds. Why are parents struggling to find certified instruction for their children? The YMCA of Greater Boston has been among the organizations making swim lessons more accessible through free lessons for children.
CITY OF BOSTON HOSTS OLYMPIC SWIMMERS, KICKS OFF INTERNATIONAL WATER SAFETY DAY EVENTS
May 28, 2024
CITY OF BOSTON — The YMCA of Greater Boston is proud to partner with the City of Boston in its Swim Safe campaign, an initiative aimed at improving water safety and providing access to swim lessons for all Boston residents. As part of International Water Safety Day events, Olympic swimmers Cullen Jones and Janelle Atkinson visited Boston to raise awareness about drowning prevention and share their experiences.
Mass General Brigham Community Care Vans offer services to patients in their own neighborhoods
May 7, 2024
BOSTON 25 NEWS — Every Thursday, the Mass General Brigham Community Care Van visits the Egleston Square YMCA in Roxbury, offering free health services and addiction recovery support. Learn more about how this partnership is providing essential care to our community.
New South Boston Community Center to be named for late BHA chief McGonagle
May 7, 2024
DORCHESTER REPORTER — Congressman Stephen F. Lynch Secures $850K for a new YMCA Community Center in South Boston! Discover how this state-of-the-art facility, named after the revered Billy McGonagle, will enrich lives and honor a legacy of inclusion. Read more about this exciting development!
Answering the call to treat the hidden epidemic of loneliness
May 4, 2024
COMMONWEALTH BEACON — Explore how the YMCA of Greater Boston is leading the charge in creating spaces for social connection and building healthier, more vibrant communities for all ages. Read more from David Shapiro, President and CEO of America’s first YMCA.
Grocery Demands are Higher Than Ever. That Means Big Demand for Food Assistance Non-profits
April 30, 2024
BOSTON GLOBE — The Greater Boston Food Bank now serves more than double the number of people it did pre-pandemic. That includes the YMCA of Greater Boston’s Mobile Market food truck, which provides items including fresh produce, rice and pasta.
President & CEO David Shapiro on Partnership with the Boston Red Sox
April 18, 2024
NESN — Our President & CEO, David Shapiro, had the pleasure of speaking with NESN about what the partnership with the Boston Red Sox means to the YMCA of Greater Boston.
YMCA of Greater Boston Steps Up for Project Bread’s 56th Annual Walk for Hunger
April 16, 2024
BOSTON, MASS. — On May 5, the YMCA of Greater Boston will be among over 3,500 participants to lace up for Project Bread’s 56th annual Walk for Hunger. For the 2nd consecutive year, the Boston-based nonprofit will raise money to support statewide food security through the Commonwealth Program.
YMCA Of Greater Boston Helping To Feed The City
April 9, 2024
WBZ NEWSRADIO — A partnership that includes the YMCA of Greater Boston is helping provide nutritious food to people and families with food insecurities.
The food goes directly into different neighborhoods from a new four-wheel Mobile Market Food Truck.
Forecasting future of Mass. emergency shelter crisis
March 10, 2024
WCVB — YMCA of Greater Boston President & CEO David Shapiro joins CEO of Heading Home Danielle Ferrier on OTR to discuss recent migrant issues and needs in Massachusetts.
Discussing Mass. emergency shelter crisis with key stakeholders
March 10, 2024
WCVB — YMCA of Greater Boston President & CEO David Shapiro joins CEO of Heading Home Danielle Ferrier on OTR to discuss recent migrant issues and needs in Massachusetts.
Read Across America Week
March 4, 2024
CBS BOSTON — Linda Stansbury, VP of Early Education at the YMCA of Greater Boston, joins the Morning Mix to talk about the initiative.
Greater Boston YMCA Putting Best Foot Forward At State House
February 28, 2024
WBZ NEWSRADIO — The YMCA of Greater Boston was putting its best foot forward at the Massachusetts State House.
With budget allocations top-of-mind, Wednesday was the YMCA’s State Advocacy Day to show lawmakers and Governor Healey’s administration the array of community services the ‘Y’ provides.
Soccer Club Offers Community For African Migrants to Boston
February 21, 2024
BOSTON GLOBE — the East Boston YMCA has welcomed asylum-seekers with a sense of home through programs such as their soccer leagues for teens and young adults.
Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast at Roxbury YMCA Continues Legacy
January 15, 2024
COMMUNITY REC MAGAZINE — On January 12, the Roxbury YMCA hosted its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast. Every year, it brings together various community members to honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of action toward a welcoming, collaborative community. The theme of this year’s event was “Protecting the Dream.” Learn more about the event here.
2023 Resolution Kept: Mass. Woman Shares Her Weight Loss Journey
December 29, 2023
NBC BOSTON — Michelle Aicher, of Reading, Massachusetts, is sharing the secret to how she shed an impressive dozens of pounds this year on a transformative fitness journey through fitness classes at the YMCA.
Charlestown’s Constitution Inn to Become Affordable Housing
December 21, 2023
BOSTON AGENT MAGAZINE — Charlestown’s Constitution Inn is set to become affordable housing after the Boston Planning & Development Agency approved the redevelopment project at its December meeting. The site is owned by the BPDA and leased by the YMCA of Greater Boston, which uses the building as a fitness center.
Sun Life and Boston Celtics #SunLifeDunk4Diabetes reaches $1 million goal for YMCA of Greater Boston
December 5, 2023
INTERN DAILY — Sun Life U.S. and the Boston Celtics have wrapped their tenth year of #SunLifeDunk4Diabetes, raising more than $1 million for the YMCA of Greater Boston to date. The Celtics achieved a record-breaking 88 dunks during the annual November campaign, which takes place during National Diabetes Awareness Month.
YMCA Opens Doors to Migrant Families Sleeping in MBTA Office Building
November 29, 2023
BOSTON GLOBE — In a bid to piece together help for migrant families waitlisted for emergency shelter, the state is partnering with the YMCA of Greater Boston to provide a place to eat and play during the day for families sleeping in converted conference rooms at the state’s transportation building.
Roxbury Worx Convention Outlines Path to STEM Jobs
November 22. 2023
THE BAY STATE BANNER — On November 14th industry and education representatives, including our CEO David Shapiro, gathered at Roxbury City College for the 2nd annual Roxbury Worx Convention.
Church and Community Groups Host Thanksgiving Dinner for Migrants in Woburn
November 20, 2023
WBZ NEWS — More than 200 newly arrived migrants got a warm welcome Sunday, where a local church hosted them for a Thanksgiving dinner.
The families gathered at the YMCA gymnasium for the dinner and the children were also presented with gifts.
YMCA apprenticeship aims to tackle child care staffing shortage
November 14, 2023
AXIOS BOSTON — Like other organizations in Massachusetts, the YMCA of Greater Boston struggled to recruit more early childhood educators. In response the Y has launched a $500,000 apprenticeship program that aims to train 45 teachers a year, CEO David Shapiro tells Axios.
YMCA of Greater Boston Invests in its Workers
November 14, 2023
THE BOSTON GLOBE — The YMCA of Greater Boston announced $1.5 million in workforce investments on Tuesday, timed with National Apprenticeship Week. David Shapiro, the Y’s CEO, said the Y recently increased pay for its early childhood teachers by $1 million a year across the board, which translates to a nearly 20 percent increase on average. Roughly 120 teachers and assistant teachers received pay bumps as a result, across nine early education centers.
Karina Teixeira, Executive Director of the Huntington Ave. Y was named one of BBJ’s 40 under 40 2023
August 16, 2023
BOSTON BUSINESS JOURNAL — Karina Teixeira, Executive Director of the Huntington Ave. Y was named one of BBJ’s 40 under 40 2023.
Your Teen Can Visit the YMCA For Free This Summer!
August 4, 2023
MIX 104.1 GOOD VIBE TRIBE — Senior Association Director of Partnerships and Community Kathryn Saunders calls in to share details of the YMCA’s Get Summer program, which provides teens ages 13-19 years old free Y memberships!
YMCA of Greater Boston Offers Summer Programming & Free Membership for Teens
August 2, 2023
CBS NEWS BOSTON — Senior Director of Partnerships and Community Relations Kathryn Saunders shares the YMCA summer options still available for teens.
Over 110 free meal sites to open across Boston for children and teens
July 10, 2023
THE BOSTON GLOBE — Mayor Michelle Wu on Monday announced the launch of meal sites and accessible farmers markets across Boston for low-income families.
The Y Partners with the City of Boston to have Greater Impact this Summer
July 7, 2023
THE BOSTON GLOBE — Swim Safe Boston aims to make swimming and water safety resources more accessible — particularly among communities of color, which have historically been shut out of swimming pools and beaches.
Mending Water Safety Disparities with Free Swim Lessons
July 3, 2023
Community Rec Mag – This summer, the YMCA of Greater Boston’s Swim Lessons for All program will attempt to offer a solution to many water safety disparities. The initiative will specifically look to close the racial gap that exists in the ability to swim.
Greater Boston YMCAs host Swimposium to help lifeguards strengthen skills
June 24, 2023
THE BOSTON GLOBE – Greater Boston YMCAs host Swimposium to help lifeguards strengthen skills
“We want the staff to know that we believe in them, and we’re investing into them and we get good retention at the end of the summer,” said Jeremy Stiles, senior association director of aquatics for the YMCA at its Waltham branch.
Commentary: State C3 funding is critical to agencies serving young people - Boston Business Journal
June 16, 2023
Boston Business Journal – In an exclusive Business Journal commentary, the CEO of the YMCA urges the Legislature to follow Gov. Healey’s lead and fully support Commonwealth Cares for Children (or C3) stabilization funding for the next year.
With free lessons, the YMCA aims to bridge the race gap in swimming
June 15, 2023
GBH NEWS – This summer, the YMCA of Greater Boston is taking aim at racial disparities when it comes to swimming and water safety. According to the USA Swimming Foundation, nearly two-thirds of Black children have little to no swimming ability – the ripple effect of a history of segregation and exclusion at pools across the United States. The Y is hoping to bridge the gap by offering free swimming and water safety lessons to hundreds of kids, through the fall. Kathryn Saunders, senior director of partnerships and community relations for the YMCA of Greater Boston, joined Crystal Haynes to discuss, along with Samuel Cardichon, a lifeguard at the Y in Roxbury, and the 2023 Youth Hero for the American Red Cross of Massachusetts.
Greater Boston YMCA Taking a Look at its Properties, to See What Might Become More Than Simply a Y
May 28, 2023
THE BOSTON GLOBE – The nonprofit has hired a real estate firm to study the development potential of its sites in Boston and several nearby suburbs.
YMCA of Greater Boston Teams Up with U.S. Soccer Foundation and 15 Other YMCA's to Positively Improve the Health and Well-Being of 1 Million Youth by 2026
April 27, 2023
Washington, DC – The YMCA of Greater Boston announced today that it is teaming up with 15 other YMCAS across the USA and the U.S. Soccer Foundation to increase access to soccer in advance of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Longtime YMCA resident meets with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu
January 31, 2023
CBS NEWS BOSTON – Longtime YMCA resident Norman Borkow recently got a special visit from Boston Mayor Michelle Wu where they discussed everything from movies and music to politics.
15th Annual Roxbury YMCA MLK Jr Breakfast Celebration
January 13, 2023
WBZTV CBS BOSTON – the Roxbury YMCA hosted its 15th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast celebration where it hosted local leaders and community members to discuss ways to strengthen the community.
Wang YMCA of Chinatown Holiday Party is Back For the First Time Since 2019
December 4, 2022
7 NEWS WHDH – The Wang YMCA Chinatown saw some Holiday cheer when the organization hosted its annual Holiday Party Sunday. For the first time since 2019, volunteers handed out gifts and played games with children.
YMCA of Greater Boston Has A New Chief Executive
November 22, 2022
THE BOSTON GLOBE – The YMCA of Greater Boston welcomes their new President & CEO David Shapiro. Y officials cited Shapiro’s passion for youth development and deep roots in the community. “David joins the YMCA of Greater Boston with extensive expertise, insight, and a current perspective on the recent impacts of the pandemic on the nation’s young people,” said Evelyn Kaupp, chair of the general board.
Kathryn Saunders appointed Senior Association Director of Community Development of YMCA of Greater Boston
November 15, 2022
MASSNONPROFIT.ORG – The YMCA of Greater Boston, a leading nonprofit in the Boston community, has announced the appointment of Kathryn Saunders as the Senior Association Director of Community Development. Saunders has been with the YMCA for the past 24 years and spent 9 years in her previous role as Executive Director of the Roxbury branch.
YMCA of Greater Boston Hires David Shapiro as New President and CEO
October 31, 2022
MASSNONPROFIT.ORG – The YMCA of Greater Boston, a leading nonprofit in the Boston community, has announced David Shapiro as its 14th President and CEO. A leader in the mentoring movement for over 20 years, Shapiro officially started on October 17. He succeeded James Morton, who has led the organization since April 2015.
New Breast Imaging and Diagnostic Center Opens in Boston
October 30, 2022
BOSTON 25 NEWS – Brigham and Women’s new Breast Imaging and Diagnostic Center has recently opened at Faulkner Hospital. The hospital offers the YMCA’s Live Strong program on-site, a program designed for cancer survivors and patients to connect.
Tim Baymon named executive director of the Roxbury YMCA
September 22, 2022
MASSNONPROFIT.ORG – The YMCA of Greater Boston has announced that Tim Baymon has been promoted to be the new executive director of the Roxbury branch. Baymon has over eight years of experience with the YMCA and was most recently the Associate Executive Director of the Roxbury branch.
Karina Teixeira Named Executive Director of Huntington Ave. Branch
September 12, 2022
MASSNONPROFIT.ORG – The YMCA of Greater Boston has announced Karina Teixeira as the new Executive Director of the Huntington Ave branch. Working with the YMCA of Greater Boston for over 15 years, Teixeira will work to drive the organization’s mission and commitment in the South End, Back Bay and Fenway communities.
Summer Learning Academy Celebrates Graduation at the Mendell Elementary School
Aug 3, 2022
WCVB – Congratulations to the graduate students from the Summer Learning Academy at the Mendell Elementary School. For the fourth year, the YMCA of Greater Boston’s Summer Learning Academies have kept children engaged throughout the summer months through hands-on curriculum, physical activities, and social-emotional learning.
Boston Summer Eats Program and Farmers Market Season Opens
Jul 8, 2022
BOSTON HERALD – Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office of Food Justice this week announced that 155 Boston Summer Eats Program free meal sites for people 18 or younger have opened, and farmers market coupons are available to people in need.
Free Swimming Lessons in Boston Aim to Keep Kids Safe & Active
July 7, 2022
WCVB – The YMCA of Greater Boston in partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and the Boston Triathlon continue their initiative to provide over 900 free swim lessons this summer.
NECAT Program Teams Up with East Boston YMCA
June 29, 2022
The New England Culinary Arts Training (NECAT) program recently teamed up with East Boston YMCA to bring the first bonafide chef training program to the neighborhood. Three months ago a group of aspiring chefs embarked on a 12 week culinary arts training program at the East Boston YMCA’s Ashley Street Site.
Boston Expands the Y's Free Swimming Lesson Program
May 30, 2022
CBS BOSTON – Mayor Michelle Wu announced recently that the City has secured additional funding for the Swim Safely Partnership, a public/private initiative to increase access to free swimming lessons, especially for those who historically have faced economic and logistic barriers to swim safety education and training. Thanks to the generosity of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and the Columbia Threadneedle Investments Boston Triathlon, the Swim Safely Partnership is free for participants and is available to residents of all Boston neighborhoods including Allston, Brighton, Chinatown, Dorchester, Fenway, Hyde Park, Mattapan, Rosindale, Roxbury, South End, the Umana (BPS) pool in East Boston and West Roxbury.
James Morton Appointed to Boston's Black Men & Boys Commission
May 27, 2022
THE BOSTON GLOBE – YMCA of Greater Boston President and CEO James Morton was recently appointed to the newly created Black Men & Boys Commission. This 21-member group will serve the City of Boston and advise the mayor on critical social issues.
AMAZON AND THE Y TEAM UP TO OFFER DISCOUNT TO SNAP EBT CARD HOLDERS
May 25, 2022
The YMCA has teamed up with Amazon to spread the news that customers may use their SNAP benefits to shop SNAP-eligible pantry items, fresh produce, meats, dairy, and more.
Wendy Zinn Recognized by Gardner Pilot Academy
February 8, 2022
Gardner Pilot Academy has recognized Wendy Zinn, Chief Partnerships and Social Responsibility Officer for the YMCA of Greater Boston, for over 15 years of exemplary commitment to their community hub school.
BUild Lab and Innovate@BU Offer $10,000 Prize for Remedy to Food Insecurity
February 3, 2022
THE DAILY FREE PRESS – The Boston University Initiatives have teamed up with the YMCA of Greater Boston to engage BU students and alumni in sharing ideas that can help alleviate food insecurity amongst 19 to 26 year olds. The winning team will receive a prize of $10,000.
Celtics Fans Vote For Best Dunks to Raise Money for #SunLifeDunk4Diabetes
December 2, 2021
WOBURN DAILY TIMES CHRONICLE – The #SunLifeDunk4Diabetes fundraising campaign runs each November, National Diabetes Awareness Month, and supports the YMCA of Greater Boston’s Healthy Habits program, which helps at-risk adults and families learn to manage their health through fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle changes to prevent type 2 diabetes. Each Celtics dunk in November raised $1,000 for Healthy Habits, while fans voted on Twitter for the best dunk each week to raise an additional $1 per vote.
Red Cross Delivers Thanksgiving Meals to More Than 1,000 Boston Public Schools Families
November 20, 2021
WCVB – The Red Cross partnered with the YMCA of Greater Boston, the Community Hub Schools program and a network of Boston Public Schools teacher and administrator volunteer drivers. Together they delivered turkeys, fresh harvest produce and dry items like canned yams, turkey gravy and stuffing to the homes of 1,100 BPS student families.
Red Cross Delivers Thanksgiving Meals to Boston Public Schools Families
November 20, 2021
BOSTON 25 NEWS – The Red Cross partnered with the YMCA of Greater Boston, the Community Hub Schools program and a network of Boston Public Schools teacher and administrator volunteer drivers. Together they delivered turkeys, fresh harvest produce and dry items like canned yams, turkey gravy and stuffing to the homes of 1,100 BPS student families.
Patriots Carl Davis, Matt Judon Donate 500 Thanksgiving Meals to Boston Families
November 17, 2021
CBS BOSTON – Patriots Carl Davis Jr. and Matt Judon hosted a food drive at the Roxbury YMCA on Tuesday in partnership with The Trenchwork Foundation, The Greater Boston Food Bank, YMCA of Greater Boston, The Community Huddle Agency, and with contributions from Hydrate the Hood.
Patriots Players Distribute 500 Thanksgiving Meals to Local Families in Need
November 17, 2021
WHDH NEWS 7 BOSTON – Patriots Carl Davis Jr. and Matt Judon hosted a food drive at the Roxbury YMCA on Tuesday in partnership with The Trenchwork Foundation, The Greater Boston Food Bank, YMCA of Greater Boston, The Community Huddle Agency, and with contributions from Hydrate the Hood.
Turkey and Football Already Making Big Connections for Families in Need
November 16, 2021
BOSTON 25 NEWS – Patriots Carl Davis Jr. and Matt Judon hosted a food drive at the Roxbury YMCA on Tuesday in partnership with The Trenchwork Foundation, The Greater Boston Food Bank, YMCA of Greater Boston, The Community Huddle Agency, and with contributions from Hydrate the Hood.
Mayor Janey Announces Swim Safety Partnership
October 13, 2021
WGBH – Acting Boston Mayor Kim Janey announces a swim safety partnership with the YMCA of Greater Boston, to increase water safety and lower racial and economic barriers to swim lessons for residents of Roxbury, Dorchester, Hyde Park and surrounding communities.
Teen Program Helps Vaccination Efforts in Roxbury
September 3, 2021
NBC BOSTON – In partnership with BMC and the help of teen ambassadors, the YMCA is putting together community efforts to get people vaccinated as well as spread accurate information around the vaccine.
Combining Summer School & Summer Camp — How a Group of Boston Nonprofits Is Reimagining Public Education
July 20, 2021
The74Million – Our President and CEO, James Morton discusses the initiatives taken to establish the Community Learning Collaborative to serve the children of Boston with a more equitable approach to education.
El Mundo Boston Education Series: Community Learning Collaborative
July 6, 2021
EL MUNDO BOSTON – James Morton, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Boston and Vanessa Calderón-Rosado, CEO of Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción, join El Mundo Boston CEO Alberto Vasallo III to discuss the Community Learning Collaborative which is providing continued learning this summer for Black and Latino children in Boston.
Diving into Summer: Wave of Drownings Puts Focus on Water Safety
June 29, 2021
NECN – James Morton, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Boston, was featured in a video segment discussing the importance of swimming lessons and water safety following a shortage of lifeguards and increase in water-related incidents driven by the pandemic.
MA Drownings: Swimming Advocates Push for 'Critical' Swim Lessons After Tragic incidents
June 27, 2021
BOSTON HERALD – Massachusetts swimming advocates and youth organization leaders are stressing the “critical” need for swim lessons in the wake of a tragic series of drownings across the Bay State.
MA Offering Incentives to Hire More Lifeguards: What to Know
June 26, 2021
NBC BOSTON – Amidst a lifeguard shortage and rising cases of drownings, state officials are offering a pay raise and bonus incentives for lifeguards.
Lifeguard Shortage Means Swim at Your Own Risk at Many MA Beaches and Ponds
June 24, 2021
WGBH – State, city, and town officials have been advertising to hire more lifeguards. But until that happens, officials encourage swimmers to pay attention to swim safety rules and swim cautiously at unguarded waterfronts.
Warm Weather, Fewer Lifeguards, Canceled Swim Lessons Could be Behind the Recent String of Drownings in MA
June 23, 2021
THE BOSTON GLOBE – A host of factors, from a receding pandemic and exceptionally warm weather to a shortage of lifeguards and swimming lessons, may have contributed to the surge of drownings this spring.
JAMES MORTON NAMED TO LIST OF THE 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL BOSTONIANS
April 27, 2021
BOSTON MAGAZINE – Fires and rising seas; anti-racism protests from coast to coast; the most consequential and violent presidential election of our time; and, oh yeah, the worst global pandemic since 1918. What a year.
MAKING PODS WORK FOR EVERYONE
February 25, 2021
AS MANY STUDENTS struggle to keep up with schoolwork virtually, Julia Rios welcomed praise that two kindergarteners she is working with in a new community learning pod are thriving. Their parents and teachers from Blackstone Innovation School in Boston report that, unlike so many children trying to learn during the pandemic, these youngsters are keeping up with their work and even advancing.
THE BOSTON GLOBE: 'LEARNING PODS' TAKING ROOT IN BLACK, LATINO NEIGHBORHOODS
February 16, 2021
When school buildings abruptly closed last spring, many wealthy families quickly pooled their resources to pay for private teachers, academic coaches, and art instructors to supplement their children’s at-home schooling in small groups, or “learning pods.”
YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON ON NECN'S "THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS"
January 11, 2021
YMCA of Greater Boston CEO James Morton describes how he learned of a surprise $18M donation and most importantly how it will impact the organization’s mission, addressing critical needs exacerbated by COVID-19.
NEU ALUM AND YMCA EXECUTIVE HELPS DISTRIBUTE OVER 3 MILLION MEALS DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC
December 22, 2020
When Wendy Zinn was a student at Northeastern, she worked at the YMCA of Greater Boston on Huntington Avenue for all three of her co-ops.
YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON RECEIVES $18M FROM PHILANTHROPIST MACKENZIE SCOTT
December 18, 2020
James Morton, chief executive of the YMCA of Greater Boston, received a call on Nov. 17 that left him speechless.
He learned that philanthropist MacKenzie Scott ― former wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos ― planned to give his organization $18 million, the largest donation in its history.
$4.7 MILLION GRANT AWARDED TO SUPPORT FOOD SECURITY IN MASSACHUSETTS
November 29, 2020
BOSTON (WWLP) — The Baker-Polito Administration announced last week $4.7 million in grants that will be used to address food insecurities across the state due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
MAYOR WALSH JOINS THE Y TO DISTRIBUTE FREE TURKEYS THIS THANKSGIVING
November 21, 2020
BOSTON (WHDH) – Mayor Marty Walsh joined workers at the YMCA Saturday to give out free turkeys to families in need before Thanksgiving.
CEO JAMES MORTON SELECTED TO BOSTON BUSINESS JOURNAL'S POWER 50 FOR 2020
October 8, 2020
In a year unlike any other, the leaders of Greater Boston’s business community are meeting the challenges of 2020 head on.
GOVERNOR'S VISIT TO HUNTINGTON AVE. LOCATION
July 1, 2020
Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito today joined MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak and officials from the City of Boston, Greater Boston YMCA and Greater Boston Food Bank to highlight an innovative partnership to help provide Boston’s most vulnerable residents with access to food by utilizing RIDE paratransit service.
‘NO VICTORY LAPS FROM COVID-19': GOV. BAKER URGES SOCIAL DISTANCING OVER JULY 4 WEEKEND
July 1, 2020
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker on Wednesday urged residents to practice social distancing over the Fourth of July weekend, saying people should continue to take the coronavirus pandemic seriously to prevent a resurgence of cases.
GOVERNOR BAKER TOURS YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON
July 1, 2020
BOSTON (Mass.gov) – Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito today joined MBTA General Manager Steve Poftak and officials from the City of Boston, Greater Boston YMCA and Greater Boston Food Bank to highlight an innovative partnership to help provide Boston’s most vulnerable residents with access to food by utilizing RIDE paratransit service.
THE RIDE DRIVERS HELP DELIVER THOUSANDS OF MEALS DURING COVID-19 CRISIS
July 1, 2020
BOSTON —
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker and members of his administration touted a collaborative effort with community organizations Wednesday which has delivered tens of thousands of meals since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
OFFICIALS HAVE FULL PLATE AS 1 IN 7 GO HUNGRY AMID CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
July 1, 2020
An unlikely partnership has formed in an “all-hands-on-deck” effort to keep food on the table as 1 in 7 Massachusetts residents go hungry amid the coronavirus pandemic.
‘WE’RE BUILT TO DO THIS’: AS FOOD INSECURITY RISES IN MASS., FOOD PROVIDERS ADJUST
June 26, 2020
Here’s how Boston’s food banks, pantries, and other organizations are keeping up with increasing demand.
YMCA of Greater Boston Hires David Shapiro as New President and CEO
October 31, 2022
MASSNONPROFIT.ORG – The YMCA of Greater Boston, a leading nonprofit in the Boston community, has announced David Shapiro as its 14th President and CEO. A leader in the mentoring movement for over 20 years, Shapiro officially started on October 17. He succeeded James Morton, who has led the organization since April 2015.
