Posts by Heather Rush
Get a $15 BJ’s Membership & Support the YMCA of Greater Springfield!
The YMCA of Greater Springfield is excited to share a special community partnership with the brand-new BJ’s Wholesale Club opening soon in Springfield, MA. For a limited time, you can join BJ’s for just $15 for your first year — and when you sign up using one of our YMCA links or promo codes, BJ’s…
Read MoreStrengthening Our Mission: YMCA of Greater Springfield Hosts All Staff Training Day
What an incredible day for the staff at the YMCA of Greater Springfield! Teams from every part of our organization—Downtown Springfield YMCA, Scantic Valley Wilbraham YMCA, our Learning Centers, Before & After School and Camp programs, administration, lifeguards, and more—came together at Springfield College for our annual All Hands Training Day. This full-day gathering focused…
Read MoreMGM Springfield Supports the YMCA in Preparing for Santa and Mrs. Claus’ Visit
Santa’s crew has some new helpers! Thank you MGM Springfield for making holiday magic at the Y! We can’t wait until Santa and Mrs. Claus come for breakfast and toys in December! Santa info is coming soon!
Read MoreLIVESTRONG at the YMCA of Greater Springfield Joins Rays of Hope Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness
Our LIVESTRONG at the YMCA of Greater Springfield team proudly joined the 32nd annual Rays of Hope Walk & Run Toward the Cure — uniting with survivors, families, and community members to honor, remember, and support those impacted by breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re walking with purpose — celebrating resilience,…
Read MoreParkinson’s Foundation Shares Resources with Scantic Valley YMCA Participants
Yesterday at the Scantic Valley YMCA, participants in our Parkinson’s Total Body HIIT Program attended a special Parkinson’s Resources Seminar led by Stefany Scliopou, Community Education & Outreach Manager for the Parkinson’s Foundation. The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) by improving care and advancing research toward a cure—building on…
Read More🏆 Voting is Closed for the 2025 YMCA of Greater Springfield Employee Recognition Awards!
The YMCA of Greater Springfield is powered by incredible people — from our dedicated staff and inspiring volunteers to our passionate members who bring our mission to life every day. Now it’s time to celebrate the People Behind the Purpose who make our Y such a special place to belong! >>>>>>UPDATE NOVEMBER 1, 2025. VOTING…
Read MoreFall Into Fashion at Designer Purse Bingo – October 17 at Tower Square
Looking for a fun night out in Springfield this fall? 🍁 Join us for Designer Purse Bingo on Thursday, October 17, 2025, from 6–9 PM at Center Court in Tower Square—a fundraiser to benefit the YMCA of Greater Springfield! What to Expect:• Play 10 exciting bingo games for your chance to win 10 designer handbags!•…
Read MoreRemembering Ryan Windyka
With deep sadness, we share the news of the unexpected passing of our friend and colleague, Ryan Windyka. Ryan was the longtime Membership Director at our Scantic Valley YMCA in Wilbraham, where his warmth, humor, and dedication touched countless lives. He greeted every member by name and had a loyal fan club in the early education…
Read MoreRest, Relax, Recharge — We’re Closed on Labor Day
Plan ahead! The YMCA of Greater Springfield will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 1. We wish all of our members, families, and staff a safe and happy holiday!
Read MoreBirdie Sponsor Spotlight: Rush Insurance & Pinnacle Financial Services Back YMCA Golf Classic
We wrapped up our 2025 Birdie Sponsor Thank You Day with heartfelt thanks to Rush Insurance and Pinnacle Financial Services. As Birdie Sponsors of our YMCA Golf Classic, their support fuels the programs and services that help us nurture the potential of every child, improve community health, and foster a sense of belonging for all.…
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