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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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Originally published in Wilma magazine, this feature takes you inside the heart of YMCA Camp Kirkwood — where kids aren’t just having classic camp fun like zip-lining, fishing, and swimming, they’re building confidence, responsibility, and leadership that sticks with them for life. Through the leadership of executive director Savanah Standifer and the Y’s mission-driven approach, Camp Kirkwood is expanding access, strengthening its programs, and proving that a week in the woods can shape who a young person becomes. Read on to see why this “hidden gem” deserves to be better known and why its impact goes far beyond summer. 

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Families at the Midtown YMCA will notice a fresh new look in the Child Watch area, where recent updates have created a more engaging, welcoming environment for young children. The improvements are part of the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina’s ongoing commitment to supporting families and removing barriers to health and wellness. Child Watch

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A medical emergency at the Midtown YMCA on December 16 resulted in a life being saved thanks to the fast, coordinated response of YMCA members and staff. At approximately 1:00 p.m., Rich Lander, a YMCA member, collapsed in the gym shortly after finishing a pickleball game. Members seated nearby immediately recognized that something was wrong and rushed to

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The Sampson County YMCA is proud to announce the launch of its first-ever preschool program, marking a major expansion of services in the county and bringing early childhood care and education to local families for the first time. The new preschool offering reflects the YMCA’s commitment to meeting community needs and supporting families, providing

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