August 04, 2011

What is the purpose of the Midway event?

by Downtown Admin

Purpose of "All Aboard the Midway""All Aboard the Midway", our largest annual gala, is much more than a night of dinner and dancing. Every year the Downtown YMCA hosts this even for the benefit of the local, low-income, homeless youth in our downtown community. Our goal for this event is to raise $50,000, all of which w ...more

June 22, 2011

When is the Midway fundraiser this year?

by Downtown Admin

Save the date for our biggest annual fundraising gala, "All Aboard the Midway"! This year we will have a 1940s theme complete with swing-dancing lessons and big band music. So plan to join us aboard the USS Midway for a spectacular night filled with dinner, dancing, and a silent auction! When: Friday, Se ...more

March 23, 2011

How can I "go green" at the Y?

by Downtown Admin

With gas prices increasing by the minute and hybrid vehicles more popular than ever, it is important to do our part to help the environment. Here are some reminders and tips on how you can go green at the Y! How Can I Go Green at the Y? 1. Use an Eco-Friendly Water Bottle: By bringing your own reusable water bottle ...more

February 15, 2011

Fees v Donations: What's the Difference?

by Downtown Admin

Membership fees cover operational expenses such as facility maintenance. Donations cover community outreach programs like the Monarch School's P.E. Program ...more

February 15, 2011

How did the Cowles Mtn. Challenge go?

by Downtown Admin

CONGRATULATIONS Jil! In eight (8) hours, Jil climbed Cowles Mountain Six (6) Times! And she says she’s not even sore today! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Jil wants to express her thanks to everyone who came out to encourage her for this challenge and SHE WANTS TO ...more

February 01, 2011

What is the Cowles Mountain Challenge?

by Downtown Admin

WHO: Fitness Coordinator, Jil HarrisWHAT: Climbing ChallengeWHERE: Cowles Mountain in La MesaWHEN: February 12, 9AM-5PMWHY: To support at-risk youthJil is challenging herself to see how many times she can climb Cowles Mountain in 8 hours!Help Jil help the children of San Diego by sponsoring her in this challenge for as littl ...more

December 14, 2010

Giving back: P.E. at the Monarch School

by Downtown Admin

I am in 3rd grade at the Monarch School. I like P.E. at the YMCA. We do a lot of fun stuff with our coach. The first time I went I was happy and having fun. It was the best! Every kid’s guardian should let them come to the YMCA to check it out. We love P.E.! — Ricardo, 3rd Grade Among other school ...more

November 30, 2010

Y donate to our Toy Drive this month?

by Downtown Admin

During the holidays, everyone is prone to being swept away by the frantic and joyous act of buying for and receiving gifts from our loved ones. However, it is easy while in this daze to forget that there are so many people who cannot afford toys for their sons and daughters, brothers and sisters. This h ...more

March 01, 2010

Y are there kids at the Downtown YMCA?

by Downtown Admin

Question: I thought the Downtown YMCA was an adult only facility. Why are there kids on the basketball court in the afternoon? Answer: The Downtown YMCA is not just a work-out facility. We reach peoples needs of all ages. The children you see in the afternoon attend the Monarch School. This is a specialt ...more

January 03, 2010

Y is the YMCA considered a non-profit?

by Downtown Admin

Each and everyday the YMCA reinvests in this community and surrounding communities. The Y caters to those who couldn't afford certain services any other way: reduced memberships, before and after-school daycare, making exercise accessible to kids, literacy programs and much more. Recently we asked on ...more