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The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), an association of eight YMCAs serving Chester County, is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all. YGBW raises funds to provide financial assistance to those unable to pay the standard rates. Last year, $3.4 million was provided to more than 11,000 individuals to ensure they had access to childcare, summer camp, programs and memberships at YGBW. More than 80,000 people are members of YGBW. To learn more, visit www.ymcagbw.org.
WEST CHESTER, PA — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine announced the addition of two senior leaders this week, naming Dave McNamara as vice president of facilities and Valeria Tenreiro as …
YMCA Names New Leaders Amid Branch Changes Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — A routine holiday tradition took an emotional turn at the Jennersville YMCA when Santa Claus delivered an unexpected gift that stopped the room and brought a …
Santa’s Surprise Turns Breakfast Into a Moment No One Expected Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — As rising costs squeeze household budgets across Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine turned its annual Holiday Cheer drive into a large-scale effort to support …
Holiday Aid Surge Transforms YMCA Events Into Lifeline for Local Families Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine has again secured national recognition for medical fitness excellence, becoming the only YMCA organization in the United States — and the …
How Chester County’s YMCA Network Secured a Rare National Medical Fitness Honor Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — All eight summer camps operated by the YMCA of Greater Brandywine have earned accreditation from the American Camp Association, placing the organization among a select group …
Why Chester County’s YMCA Camps Just Joined an Elite National Tier Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) announced a series of major capital investments to enhance facilities and improve member experiences across its seven branches throughout Chester …
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Announces Major Facility Upgrades Across Chester County Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is hiring part-time mentors for its Before and After School Enrichment (BASE) program, with positions available through the Upper Main …
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Seeks Part-Time BASE Mentors Across Chester County Read More
BERWYN, PA — Todd Conrad, Head Coach of Team Upper Main Line YMCA (UMLY) and Associate Executive Director of UMLY, has been named the 2025 Coach of the Meet at …
Team UMLY’s Todd Conrad Named 2025 Coach of the Meet After Historic National Swimming Championship Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), in collaboration with Bournelyf Special Camp, EmpowerU Specialty Fitness, and Bentley Systems, hosted an adaptive fitness event on Tuesday aimed at …
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Partners with Local Organizations to Bring Adaptive Fitness to Special Needs Community Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Nearly 200 summer campers were treated to a high-energy introduction to hockey on June 29, as the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) and the Philadelphia Flyers teamed …
Flyers and YMCA Bring Hockey and High-Energy Fun to Coatesville Youth Read More