We believe our community is stronger when everyone feels welcome and we work together for the common good. Celebrated annually at the YMCA, Welcoming Week is a chance for neighbors—both immigrants and U.S.-born residents—to get to know one another and celebrate what unites us as a community. Welcoming Week activities will take place at all...

Join us to protect children from sexual abuse April 15-19, 2024 Five Days of Action is a week-long campaign designed to raise awareness and inspire adults to take action to protect children from sexual abuse. See below for resources and how you can get involved. "At the Y, we believe ALL children deserve the opportunity...

Bring your family and friends to Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the Y and celebrate all the ways the Y helps build healthy, resilient kids through engaging programs, physical activity, nutritious foods, learning opportunities, and more.  This family-friendly association wide event is free and open to everyone. Below is a schedule...

Dear Friends,  Were he still with us, my brother Peter would have celebrated his 57th birthday this week, on March 8. Like most kids growing up, he always looked forward to his birthday. But after turning 8, it wasn’t his favorite day of the year; that would be the day the Bear took him to…

As an organization that developed organized swim lessons, the YMCA is committed to bringing water safety skills to all children and families, with little to no cost to participate. With thousands of pools across the country, the Y is the solution for parents and caregivers looking for accessible water safety programming. Drowning is preventable, and…

In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, the Boston Bruins Foundation joined forces with the Merrimack Valley YMCA to participate in Champion Her Game Girls in Sports Week! At the Lawrence YMCA, former Boston Bruins players Bob Sweeney and Andrew Raycroft, alongside members of the Boston Professional Women’s Hockey team Theresa Schafzahl…

https://youtu.be/Ah9tgTzVnnI YMCA teen programs foster knowledge, promote health, encourage socialization, and facilitate overall personal growth. From Teen Achievers and Yo Puedo to Basketball, Teen Fitness, and Counselor in Training programs the Y provides an array of enriching activities and diverse opportunities, but it doesn't stop there. For many teens, the Y is their first job...

On Thursday, January 25, the Merrimack Valley YMCA held its 143rd Annual Meeting at the Vault in Lawrence, MA. With over 160 attendees, YMCA staff and volunteers celebrated the accomplishments of the organization in its last fiscal year, especially the initiatives that the YMCA and its community were able to achieve together. A highlight of…