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The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina officially broke ground today on the highly anticipated $15 million expansion of the Midtown YMCA, marking the beginning of a transformational investment in the health and well-being of southern New Hanover County and the surrounding region. More than 100 community leaders, elected officials, donors, YMCA volunteers,

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We're Breaking Ground on the Midtown YMCA! This Friday, July 31st, the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina will officially break ground on the expansion of our Midtown YMCA! This $15 million expansion will transform the Midtown YMCA into a 48,000-square-foot community wellness center featuring: An eight-lane, 25-yard indoor swimming pool Airnasium with

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The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina, Friends of Camp Kirkwood, community leaders, elected officials, donors, and project partners gathered this morning at YMCA Camp Kirkwood to celebrate the completion of a critical wastewater infrastructure improvement project that will help ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of one of southeastern North

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As families across southeastern North Carolina prepare for a summer spent at pools, beaches, lakes, and waterways, the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is reminding the community that water safety starts with swim lessons. While May is recognized nationally as Water Safety Month, the YMCA is continuing its focus on drowning prevention and water

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The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina proudly hosted its 12th Annual Breakfast for Community on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Nir Family YMCA, bringing together community leaders, elected officials, business partners, donors, and supporters in celebration of the YMCA’s mission and impact across the region. This year’s event featured Jeff

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What a meaningful evening we shared at YMCA Camp Kirkwood. Together, we reflected on the memories that make camp so special and recommitted to a shared purpose: ensuring every child has the opportunity to experience the magic of camp.

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The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina welcomed community leaders, donors, volunteers, and partners to its 2026 Chairman’s Social, an evening dedicated to celebrating the collective impact that makes the YMCA’s mission possible across our region.

Held annually, the Chairman’s Social provides an opportunity to reflect on the lives changed through YMCA programs and partnerships, while also looking ahead to opportunities that will allow the Y to continue serving families and individuals for generations to come.

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The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is pleased to announce the appointment of four new members to its Association Board of Directors: John Jewell, Dr. Wesley Johnson, Henry Singletary, and Shelley Thomas. Each brings a unique blend of professional leadership, community involvement, and a strong connection to the YMCA’s mission. John Jewell,

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