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South Mountain YMCA staff at the Annual Duck Race.

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Duck Race Benefits Local Families and Mental Health Programs

MAPLEWOOD, NJ - The South Mountain YMCA celebrated 25 years of the iconic Duck Race on Memorial Day, raising a net total of $31,784 for local children and families through duck sponsorships, ticket and T-shirt sales, prize and individual donations.

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New Pioneer Trails Camp Director

CALDWELL, NJ - Growing up attending summer camp was a “life-changing” experience for Brian Mateer. He wants to bring that same transformative...

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Stock image of young girl and mother having a joyful moment together.

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YMCA Story: Achieving a 'Life-Changing Goal'

A parent from the West Essex YMCA shared this testimonial. The family wished to remain anonymous, but their experience is shared with their...

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Marlene Waldock

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Metro YMCA Honors Board Member for Promoting Y’s Mission

LIVINGSTON, NJ - The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges recently honored Marlene Waldock with the Kenneth A. DeGhetto Philanthropic Ambassador Award...

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Fairview Lake YMCA Camps staff accepting branch of the year award

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Fairview Lake YMCA Camps Takes Top Honors

YMCA presented with ‘Branch of the Year’ and ‘Staff Member of the Year’ awards NEWTON, NJ - Fairview Lake YMCA Camps, a branch of the Metropolitan...

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YMCA Director Selected for National Multicultural Leadership Institute

EAST ORANGE, NJ - East Orange YMCA Executive Director Washima Redding has been selected to participate in the Multicultural Executive Development...

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Photos of five new board members for the Metro YMCA of the Oranges

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5 New Members Join Metro YMCA Board of Directors

LIVINGSTON, NJ -The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges recently welcomed five new members to its Board of Directors, to help set policy and strategic...

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Parents and children gather around a campfire at Fairview Lake YMCA Camps.

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Financial Assistance Fund Provides Support for Mom and Child Retreat

I Can Make a Difference, Inc. organized a weekend retreat for 48 single mothers and their children at Fairview Lake YMCA Camps, a branch of the...

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