Community Food Resources for Those in Need
As many Greater Austin families face uncertainty due to recent changes in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), we want to do our part at the Y to help maintain your health.
Food insecurity not only affects physical health, but emotional well-being and a family’s ability to thrive. That’s why we’re sharing vital resources to help families access nutritious food and support during this challenging time.
What’s Happening with SNAP?
Due to the ongoing federal shutdown, SNAP benefits have only been partially funded in November. This change impacts over 160,000 individuals in Central Texas, including more than 25,000 children under age 5 and 15,000
Try the Y – All Are Welcome!
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The Greater Austin YMCA Celebrates Welcoming Week with Free ‘Try the Y’ Open Houses September 13!
Welcoming Week, an initiative of Y-USA’s national partner Welcoming America, is an
Outdoor Activities in Texas for the Whole Family
With summer coming to a close and school back in session, you may be looking for some new family outdoor activities in Texas to fill your weekends. While the world has been dealing with a lot this year and things look less than normal, there are still a wide variety of family-friendly outdoor adventures in Texas that we think you and your kiddos will love. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite outdoor activities for your family to enjoy together this year.
Texas National Parks
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend is currently open for
Refugee Mother’s Day Artisan Bazaar May 9, 2026
Refugee Holiday Arts & Food Bazaar
- North Austin YMCA
- Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10am to 2pm
The North Austin YMCA will transform into an international bazaar on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10am to 2pm as the Y partners with Global Impact Initiative (GII) to host a Refugee Mother’s Day Arts & Food Bazaar.
The free community event features the work of refugees from Ukraine, Afghanistan, Cuba and others who have recently settled in Austin. The artisans will be showcasing hand-made goods including jewelry, handbags, dresses, leather goods, candles, decorative cushions, paintings and fresh-baked pastries, treats and traditional foods (Come hungry!). One hundred percent
Reagan Nash Named Chair of Greater Austin YMCA Metropolitan Board of Directors
AUSTIN – The Greater Austin YMCA named Reagan Nash, Senior Vice President of Wealth Management with Morgan Stanley, as the next Chair of its Metropolitan Board of Directors during its 71st annual meeting, held last week at Huston-Tillotson University.
Nash began his Y service over 15 years ago with the TownLake YMCA’s Community Advancement Board, where he led the Y’s oldest and largest facility through a major renovation in 2012. As a member of the Y’s Metro Board, Nash played a key role on its COVID-19 Recovery Task Force in 2021, helping guide the
JE Dunn Centennial Corporate Giving Initiative Donates Big to Greater Austin YMCA
JE Dunn Centennial Corporate Giving Initiative Donates Big to Greater Austin YMCA
Greater Austin YMCA Receives One of Ten, $100,000 Gifts as Part of JE Dunn Building a Legacy: A Century of Generosity Campaign
AUSTIN, Texas — (May 23, 2024)
The Greater Ausitn YMCA is the proud recipient of a $100,000 gift from JE Dunn Construction. In honor of its Centennial celebration, JE Dunn is extending its community impact by choosing ten worthy organizations to receive a gift of $100,000 to further their important work. This community impact program, Building a Legacy: A Century of Generosity, will be honoring nonprofit
