Pennsylvania YMCAs

The PA State Alliance of YMCAs is an organization dedicated to foster communication and cooperation throughout YMCA associations.

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There's No Place like this Place!

The YMCA's national campaign celebrating 175 years in the US is making waves. Here's more coverage with the video link. https://t.co/7vrAX4GL50

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YMCA of the USA Launches “No Place Like This Place” Campaign in Celebration of 175 Anniversary in the United States

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Congratulations to CEO, Shaun Elliott, Scott Cusworth, Lindsey Dimino, Aimee Smith and the team at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA on their 2025 Impact Award last week. The award was in recognition of their Maternal Wellness Initiative. Learn more here: https://t.co/aRmajjHySY

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Congratulations to the team at the River Crossing YMCA for their 2025 Impact Award. The Impact Award was presented to the River Crossing YMCA staff last week. The award was in recognition of their work on the "Life After 21" program. Learn more here: https://t.co/oRK8votQUY

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Congratulations to Dr. Kim Eaton and the entire staff team at the Waynesboro Area YMCA for their 2025 Impact Award last week. The Waynesboro Area YMCA was recognized for their work serving as a shelter for the displaced residents of a local nursing home after a fire.

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Congratulations to CEO, David Ozmore, Amy Jacobs and the team at the Harrisburg Area YMCA for their 2025 Impact Award. The Impact Award was presented to the Harrisburg Area YMCA staff last week. The award was in recognition of their work on the Pennie Health Equity Tour.

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Congratulations to CEO, Mike Harich, and the entire staff team at the Beaver County YMCA on their 2025 Impact Award for their "Nourishing Our Community" program. The Beaver County YMCA celebrated 31 years of providing meals and snacks to their community this year.

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Congratulations to CEO, Wayne Stump, and the team at the Bloomsburg Area YMCA for their 2025 Impact Award.

The Impact Award was presented to the Bloomsburg Area YMCA staff last week. The award was in recognition of their work on the Bloomsburg Area YMCA Community Resource Hub.

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Congratulations to CEO, Sharon Jones, and the team at the Blair Regional YMCA for their 2025 Impact Award.
The Impact Award was presented to the Blair Regional YMCA staff last week. The award was in recognition of their work on the "Learn to Swim at the Prospect Pool" program.

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This is Y. Many thanks to the staff and volunteers of the Allentown YMCA, a branch of the River Crossing YMCA.

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Hanover Area YMCA Academy of Early Learning Renovations Complete! The Hanover Area YMCA is thrilled to announce the completion of renovations at our Academy of Early Learning — a transformation made possible through the generous support of the Powder Mill Foundation.

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PA State Alliance of YMCAs VP of Legislative Affairs Alisa Harris was in Washington, DC this week with several Chambers of Commerce from central PA. The group urged the Congressional delegation to remove barriers to workforce participation like childcare access, for example.

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"Childcare is not just a service—it is a cornerstone of our economy," said Jessica Lausch, Vice President of Youth Development at the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh. As a childcare provider, she knows that access to affordable, dependable childcare is essential.

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"Childcare is (central) to the economic health of our town. Parents depend on us to stay employed or complete job training," says Tami Unger, Branch Director, Allentown Branch, River Crossing YMCA. Tami testified before state lawmakers today to advocate for common-sense reforms.

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To ensure access to quality care for Pennsylvania families, we must address staffing
shortages and ensure long-term stability for the childcare workforce. Fund childcare
worker grants in #PABudget. @PAHouseDems @PAHouseGOP @PASenateGOP
@PASenateDems

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When kids have safe places to go outside of school, crime goes down, academics are
boosted, and behavior improves. Expand VIP and BOOST in #PABudget.
@PAHouseDems @PAHouseGOP @PASenateGOP @PASenateDems

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Parents with access to high-quality, reliable childcare are more productive members of
the local workforce. Expand Pre-K Counts and Early Intervention Programs in
#PABudget. @PAHouseDems @PAHouseGOP @PASenateGOP @PASenateDems

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“Childcare is not just a service—it is a cornerstone of our economy,” said Jen Segelken
(@philaymca) in @PolicyCmte @PAHouseGOP testimony. Arbitrary regulations drive
up costs & restrict the workforce. �� It’s time for reform. Make childcare affordable &
accessible.

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The BOOST Act would provide OST funds to any eligible organization providing the following services to PA students:
o Improving social, emotional, academic or vocational competencies of school-age youth;
o Preventing and reducing teen pregnancies @PSAYDN @BGCA_Clubs @PASenateGOP