The history of the YMCA – like the history of the United States – is a story of incremental progress toward greater inclusion and equity for all. As we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, we are honoring the stories of Black leaders who helped move the Y – and America – forward. Anthony Bowen A former enslaved man […]
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Y is honored to commemorate and celebrate female figures within the history of the YMCA movement who were vital to the success and empowerment of all current and future women leaders in the Y. Ellen Brown Ellen Brown was the first female YMCA employee in 1886 when she […]
March is National Nutrition Month and the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA has collected eight recipes from other Ys across the country that you can try with your family! These delicious and nutritious recipes are sure to be a big hit at the dinner table. Pumpkin Oatmeal This delicious Pumpkin Oatmeal recipe from the YMCA of […]