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Latest Update on Reopening our YMCAs
Published: 05.21.20 - Updated May 21, 2020 Yesterday we learned that gyms will not be included in NC’s phase 2 of easing restrictions. We are disappointed because we know that our fitness centers improve health and give us the opportunity to connect face-to-face with people we care about. However, it’s the love we have for our members and communities that compels us
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YMCA receives grant to provide child care for essential workers
Published: 05.14.20 - Wilmington, NC 5/14/2020 – The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina was awarded $10,000 from the Corning Incorporated Foundation to help support parents who are working in essential jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Funds are being used to provide child care for children of healthcare workers, first responders, and others who are needed to maintain
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#GivingTuesdayNOW
Published: 05.04.20 - A pandemic like this touches every person on the planet, and it presents an opportunity to come together as a global community. #GivingTuesdayNow, May 5, 2020, is a new global day of giving and unity created as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. Throughout our history, the Y has been called upon to provide critical
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New Hanover County Schools Teams Up with YMCA to Deliver Meals
Published: 04.27.20 -

In partnership with New Hanover County Schools, the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina is volunteering its staff and buses to transport hundreds of meals daily to children in New Hanover County. So far, more than 250,000 meals have been distributed by NHCS, 25,000 of those have been delivered by the YMCA.

YMCA and EmergeOrtho Host The Largest Virtual 5k in the State
Published: 04.22.20 - The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina and EmergeOrtho are hosting what is expected to be the largest virtual 5K in the state. This year would have marked the 13th Annual EmergeOrtho 5K race, which serves as a celebratory event for the YMCA’s Girls on the Run and STRIDE of Coastal Carolina programs each spring. Due to social distancing guidelines
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YMCA of Southeastern NC Responds to Community Needs During Coronavirus Pandemic
Published: 04.02.20 - Many YMCAs across North Carolina have repurposed buildings and staff to support critical community needs during the coronavirus pandemic, including the YMCA of Southeastern NC. Honoring the recommendations of Gov. Roy Cooper and the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, the 25 independent YMCA associations that make up the N.C. Alliance of YMCAs
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Introducing Your Virtual YMCA
Published: 03.20.20 - We are excited to launch a series of virtual workouts to keep you and your family connected, active and healthy at home! We know that regular exercise is good for the body and spirit and can help reduce stress and prevent illness. While we would love to see you at the Y, our team is working to keep you active with a variety of virtual at-home exercises for
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Nir Family YMCA Facility Updates
Published: 03.12.20 - Updated March 12, 2020 NIR FAMILY YMCA Renovations As part of the YMCA family it is important for you to be aware of current and upcoming renovations scheduled for the Nir Family YMCA on Market Street. With all new construction, facility updates are to be expected as we continue to find ways to improve and update different areas throughout our
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