The Y is committed to meeting our community’s most critical needs and serving where we are needed most! In response to COVID-19, the Y has helped collect and distribute 2 Million personal protective equipment items (PPE) for those in need.

Now's the time to register for spring and summer programs at the Y! Here's what you'll find at a branch near you: 🤸‍♂️Gymnastics 💃Dance ⚽Soccer 🏈Flag Football 🏕️Spring Break Camp ☀️Summer Day Camp 🏊Swim Lessons ⛺Overnight Camp ✏️preschool

Good news! In accordance with the Executive Order issued by Governor Cooper this week, we are now able to increase indoor capacity at our branches up to 50% capacity! Thank you for staying with us. We look forward to seeing you soon!

In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating leaders making a difference in our Y today. Meet Ken Porter, fitness experience coordinator at Morrison YMCA. Ken has worked for the Y since 2013. He strives to leave a positive impact on as many people and families as he can – “whether that’s offering a simple but genuine greeting, assisting someone to reach their fitness goals, or just being a cheerleader for someone in life, fitness or sports.” When asked what being anti-racist means to him, Ken shared: “It’s all about standing up for what you believe in. I believe in equality at all levels, so if there's something going on that is racist, I try to do everything I can to remove it and replace it with something that promotes equal value.” Ken loves music, food, enjoying time with friends and family, and he spends much of his time playing, watching and coaching sports (including ultimate frisbee!).

Why the Y? As an organization that is devoted to improving community health and wellness, the Y has been able to provide reduced cost access to nearly 24,000 people!

We have a ton going on this spring at YMCA Camp Thunderbird - don't miss out! 🌞 Get a taste of Overnight Camp, make new friends and explore the Lake Wylie shoreline at our Spring Weekend Camp | 3/19 & 4/16 🌞 Bring the whole family out to relax and unplug in nature at our Spring Family Camp | 3/12 & 3/26 🌞 Learn the ropes of English-style horseback riding by the natural beauty of Lake Wylie's shoreline in Horseback Riding Lessons 🌞 Want to learn more about Overnight Camp? Attend a Virtual Open House

In honor of Black History Month, we’re re-sharing the 27th annual MLK Holiday Celebration our Y hosted last month to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This powerful event features song, dance, prayer, and a compelling conversation with Martin Luther King III focused on equity and inclusion. View the full program on our website: ymcacharlotte.org/mlk