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Edwin practices archery

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A Second Home That Helped Edwin Find His Voice

When Edwin first arrived at Fairview Lake YMCA Camps, he was quiet, hesitant, and unsure of what the week ahead would bring. His mother Shannon Torres, a single parent navigating loss, trauma, and financial uncertainty, was simply hoping her son...

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Campers enjoy field day water activities.

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The Magic of Screen-Free Summer Camps: Boosting Kids' Growth and Joy

There is something that happens in the first few days of camp that parents rarely get to witness. A child who was glued to a screen at home suddenly...

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Two young children using a tablet

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Championing Child Abuse Prevention and Digital Safety

LIVINGSTON, NJ – The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, a child abuse prevention leader and leading non-profit organization serving Bergen, Essex, and...

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CIT campers pose for a photo with South Mountain YMCA District Executive Director James Goodger

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What Is a Counselor-in-Training Program? How It Builds Teen Leaders

Does your teen want to build real leadership skills this summer while having fun? The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program at Metropolitan YMCA of the...

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Your New Y is Taking Shape

LIVINGSTON, NJ - Your new West Essex YMCA is rising fast and we couldn't be more excited to share the latest from inside the building.

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Danny Rosario

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Metro YMCA Appoints Danny Rosario as Chief Financial Officer

LIVINGSTON, NJ - The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, a leading non-profit organization serving Bergen, Essex, and Sussex counties, is pleased to...

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Diverse group of women

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From Struggle to Strength: Women's Mental Health in March and Beyond

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize women’s achievements and resilience. It is also a meaningful time to talk about women’s mental...

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Teen girls posing for a photo

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Supporting Young Women’s Wellness: 6 Essential Tips for Adults

The stress of daily life and social pressure often leads young women to ignore their own health.

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