Press Releases

With homelessness on the rise in New York City, Empire is stepping in to upgrade the Jamaica YMCA transitional facility with fresh bedding, mattresses & beds, microwaves, mini-fridges, televisions, toiletries, masks and duffel bags to support residents as they prepare for their next journey.

New video series explores in depth what the YMCA means to its communities and the individuals who live, work, socialize, and play in those communities.

As Schools Prepare to Reopen Part-Time, YMCA Launches New In-Person Childcare Program for Working Families

Outdoor classes are available at nine branches across NYC. Virtual fitness option are also available as the Y continues to prepare for reopening.

On Facebook, families can enjoy live workouts, fun activities, and more ways to connect.

YMCA @ Home, a new virtual content hub, helps New Yorkers stay healthy and connected with free workouts, kids & family activities, wellness tips, and more.

#WeAreY is a Joyful Celebration of Achievement, Demonstrates How YMCA Meets Modern Health and Fitness Lifestyle Needs

Elected officials, representatives from the YMCA of Greater New York, Brooklyn Voters Alliance, DemocracyNYC, NALEO Educational Fund, and the League of Women Voters gathered on Tuesday morning for a press event at the McBurney YMCA in order to highlight voter eligibility, voter registration, and civic responsibility. 

To be housed at the Flatbush YMCA branch, this Center will be the organization’s seventh New Americans Welcome Center, an initiative to help immigrants thrive in New York City.

The YMCA of Greater New York’s New Americans Initiative will join Welcoming America and hundreds of YMCAs and other organizations nationwide in hosting events to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to communities and bring together all residents in a spirit of unity.