The Way to a Better Us
Perspectives from our CEO David Shapiro as he continues the Ys legacy of building community one person, partner and program at a time.
15Nov
David Shapiro, President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Boston
David Shapiro serves as the 14th President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Boston.
01Jul
The 4th of July in the Time of Roe v. Wade
Today, we witness a different battle over choice and self-determination.
15Jun
Juneteenth 2022
As we celebrate Juneteenth, let’s continue to demand equity and access for all.
07Jun
Spark! 2022 Media Advisory
The YMCA of Greater Boston Hosts Annual SPARK! Party Presented by WinnCompanies with Focus on Building a Brighter Future for All.
27May
Honoring Memorial Day
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of national remembrance of the men
25May
Supporting Our Children and Families Through the Robb School Tragedy
Dear Parents and Families, We are deeply saddened by the senseless tragedy that occurred
22Feb
Retirement Announcement From James Morton
Dear Friends and Colleagues: It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement from
01Nov
Swim Safely Partnership
The YMCA is aiming to increase access to swimming lessons, especially for families who have faced historic racial and economic barriers.
01Oct
Public Statement from the YMCA of Greater Boston
On Saturday, September 25th, the Charles River YMCA held its annual “Gratitude on the Green” Gala
29Sep
YMCA of Greater Boston Will Celebrate Powerful Women Disruptors Virtually at Spark! 2021
The YMCA of Greater Boston, a leading non-profit in the Boston community, will celebrate powerful
22Sep
WinnCompanies is the Presenting Sponsor of SPARK! 2021
The YMCA of Greater Boston, a leading non-profit in the Boston community, is pleased to announce that WinnCompanies will be the presenting sponsor of SPARK! 2021.
11Aug
Welcoming Suzanne McCormick
The YMCA of Greater Boston, America’s first Y, welcomes you, Suzanne McCormick, as our 15th President and CEO of the Y-USA.
18Jun
JUNETEENTH 2021
On Juneteenth, let us celebrate the start of our journey towards full emancipation!
19Mar
TODAY- AAPI and WOMEN, TOMORROW – YOU
Our hearts go out to our AAPI community and our sisters who must be staggered by this barbaric act of violence. When will it stop?
08Jan
Hope for Democracy
We, the YMCA of Greater Boston, stand with others in denouncing the deplorable events that occurred in Washington, D.C., on January 6, 2021.
26Nov
Thanksgiving 2020 – Like No Other . . .
A message on gratitude this Thanksgiving.
10Nov
A Conversation on Race
Our President and CEO, James Morton was interviewed by Glen Gunderson, President and CEO of YMCA of the North for his blog series about equity.
31Aug
Enough is Enough!
The change starts with us – you and me. We must declare – Enough is Enough – and then act accordingly.
13Jul
The Way to a Better Us
A collection of letters of love and hope from James Morton, President and CEO, to the community, plus coverage of action that the YMCA of Greater Boston has taken to
04Jul
July 4th
How, during these challenging times, do we work towards the ideals upon which this country was founded?
19Jun
Juneteenth
Let’s celebrate our hope for the day when we will all be free.
11May
In Times of Pain
“Constructive revenge” and servant leadership: a starting point for our work to end poverty and racism.