Children’s Books about Dragons
Reading is one of the best ways to escape reality and let little imaginations run wild. Mermaids, kings and queens,
5 Eco-Friendly Ways to Dispose of Common Household Goods
5 Eco-Friendly Ways to Dispose of Common Household Goods By Rachel Perez, Guest Contributor In commemoration of World Environment Day* this month (observed
Documentary Directed by YMCA CEO Debuts on NFL Network June 23
AUSTIN – OPEN FIELD, an award-winning documentary about women’s professional football directed and produced by Austin resident and local YMCA CEO Kathy Kuras, will debut on the NFL Network, Thursday, June 23, at 9pm CDT. The film’s broadcast premiere will be part of the network’s program lineup to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Title IX, the 1972 legislation that helped expand women’s participation in sports.
Austin Playgrounds
With warmer weather making its appearance, we can’t wait to get outside more! Austin is full of amazing playgrounds for
Black-Owned Businesses you can support this Black History Month
Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate Black achievement. It’s also a chance to recognize where systemic racism persists
Texas Bar Foundation Awards $5k Grant to YMCA Youth & Government
Hands-on civic engagement and leadership development program for teens will use grant funds to “reignite” the conference experience for
Project S.A.F.E. teaches water safety
Project S.A.F.E. is back at select YMCA of Austin locations with busloads of kids eager for swim lessons and
YMCA Receives “Moving the Needle” Award from Austin Mayor’s Fitness Council
The City of Austin Mayor’s Fitness Council recognized the YMCA of Austin with a “Moving the Needle” Award in a virtual
The Importance of Daily Movement for Kids
Daily movement is important for everyone. Adults often think of this as exercise, which can have negative connotations to
YMCA + Athlete Foundry = College Success
Is your child a middle school or high school athlete looking to chart a path to college and beyond? The YMCA of
