Our Y Stories

Families from across Greater Cleveland gathered for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 23rd, courtesy of the YMCA of Greater Cleveland's Healthy Kids Day event. From engaging games to exciting activities, the event was a resounding success, leaving smiles on the faces of hundreds of children and their families.

In the heart of Greater Cleveland, a beacon of hope and transformation is undergoing a remarkable makeover. Nestled within the Y-Haven program, a multi-million-dollar renovation is breathing new life into the very halls that have been instrumental in guiding countless individuals toward recovery and stability.

This April, the YMCA of Greater Cleveland shines a spotlight on the importance of child abuse prevention. In alignment with our dedication to the safety and well-being of children within our community, we are proud to announce our participation in the Five Days of Action.

We have a new app! If you haven’t already, please download it as the old app (Universal app) will be discontinued March 31. Download the new free “YMCA360” app today available on the App Store or Google Play store. 

As a valued member of the YMCA community, we're excited to offer you early registration for our esteemed preschool and Y-Club (before and after school care) programs. Whether you're exploring these opportunities for the first time or returning for another enriching experience, mark your calendars because early registration opens on April 1st, exclusively for Y members.

In a recent analysis conducted by the Pew Research Center, utilizing data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, it was revealed that over six million teenagers across the United States—representing 36.6% of the teen population—were engaged in paid employment, marking the highest rate observed since 2008.