YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago’s Post

We're proud to be selected for the Starbucks Foundation #NeighborhoodGrants in recognition of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago's impact and hard work to strive and make our communities stronger! A huge thank you to local Starbucks partners (employees) in our community.

Memberships at the YMCA include unlimited access to an upbeat environment with top-notch staff, energetic and innovative classes, free activities, and so much more!  Because we want you to experience this for yourself, for the entire month of July — yes, the entire month — the YMCA of Metro Chicago is waiving joiner's fees on ALL memberships! Claim your waived joiner’s fee today online or at one of our 14 Community Hubs using code: JULWJF! ⭐ https://ow.ly/sByl50SxcxI

The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT) program launched this summer! The program gives eligible families with school-aged children cash benefits on a LINK or EBT card that can be used to purchase groceries during the summer months.🥦 This summer, families can receive $120 for each eligible child. Learn more about Summer EBT and its qualifications to see how your family may be eligible. https://ow.ly/NJ5y50Sv78P

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, including all of our community hubs, is closed today is observance of the July 4 holiday. We hope your 4th sparks joy! 🎇

Experience a day filled with performances, activations, and opportunities to learn more about the roles of the Black, Latinx, and LGBTQI voting rights and elections in public policy — but most of all, a day of PRIDE! Join the YMCA of Metro Chicago at Pride South Side for your 'Right to Pride" this Saturday, July 6, at the DuSable Museum of African American History. 🏳️🌈 https://ow.ly/Bfzk50SsVvj

The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (Summer EBT) program launches this summer — the first new federal nutrition benefit program for children in more than 50 years! The Summer EBT program is providing vital support for families with school-aged children. The program gives eligible families cash benefits on a LINK or EBT card that can be used to purchase groceries. 🍎🥕🥦 Learn more about Summer EBT and its qualifications to see how your family may be eligible. https://ow.ly/5qj050StcQ4

Tis the season of Pickleball! 🎾 Starting Wednesday, July 17, our very own Kelly Hall YMCA will have Pickleball available on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings! Price for members is $5 and $10 for non-members — stop by the Kelly Hall Y front desk for more information!

As the holiday approaches, we want to remind you all that on Thursday, July 4, all YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Community Hubs will be closed in observance of Independence Day. 🎇 We thank you in advance for your understanding. Please reach out to your local YMCA if you have any questions.

Discover a vibrant community at the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago! Whether you’re a couple looking for fitness adventure or active older adults seeking holistic wellbeing, we’ve got something for everyone. 🏋️♂️ During July, we’re waving the joiner’s fee for all membership types. Dive into fitness classes, connect with neighbors, and enjoy exclusive benefits.  Don’t miss this opportunity to experience what makes the Y so great! https://ow.ly/tpJP50Srfko