YMCA News

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: Deanna

Watch as Deanna discusses her experiences in our ForeverWell classes and how the Y has helped her on her health journey!

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Earns Praesidium Accreditation For Commitment To Child Safety

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA is proud to announce that it has been awarded Praesidium Accreditation™, a prestigious recognition that underscores the organization’s unwavering commitment to the highest standards of child safety and abuse prevention. This accreditation, granted by Praesidium, the national leader in abuse risk management, signifies that the Bloomington-Normal YMCA has successfully implemented robust policies, screening practices, and training programs to protect children and vulnerable individuals.

American Red Cross, Partners To Honor Three YMCA Employees For Lifesaving Actions

April 17, 2025– On Monday, April 21 the American Red Cross of Central Illinois, the Bloomington Fire Department and the Bloomington-Normal YMCA is proud to come together and present National Lifesaving Awards to three Bloomington-Normal YMCA Employees who acted courageously last December when a member of the YMCA needed help.

Finding Hope & Community at the Y: The Story of Christopher "Topher" Gautam Hota

Christopher Gautam Hota’s journey has taken him across the Midwest, from Ohio to Indiana, from Arkansas to Illinois. It is a story marked by both struggle and hope— a proof to the impact a single act of kindness can have on a person’s life.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: Seth

Learn more about the YMCA through the lens of Seth and his experiences.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: The Marin Family

Learn about the Marin Family, a family who has been supported by the Y in their life's journey as they've immigrated to America from Ecuador.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Announces New Partnership with Girls on the Run of Central Illinois

The Bloomington-Normal YMCA is excited to announce a new partnership with Girls on the Run of Central Illinois, a nationally recognized organization dedicated to empowering young girls through physical activity and life skills development.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: Deidre

Learn about the Bloomington-Normal YMCA through the lens of Deidre's experiences.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA And Jack& Jill of America Announce Third Collaborative Water Safety Event

BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL YMCA AND JACK& JILL OF AMERICA ANNOUNCE THIRD COLLABORATIVE WATER SAFETY EVENT The Bloomington-Normal YMCA and the Bloomington-Normal Chapter of Jack& Jill of America, Inc.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: The Lyons Family

Learn about the Lyons' Family experience with the Bloomington-Normal YMCA through a variety of programs from the pool to the basketball courts.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Partners with Sheridan Elementary to Offer Swim Safety

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Partners with Sheridan Elementary to Offer Swim Safety The Bloomington-Normal YMCA and Sheridan Elementary School are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership that will benefit the youth in our community.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: Cassie and JP

Learn more about the impact of the YMCA through the lens of Cassie and her son JP's experiences at the Y.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: Dave & Tom

Learn more about the impact of the YMCA through the lens of Dave and Tom and their experiences with the Y.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Impact Story: Isaiah

Learn more about the impact of the YMCA through the lens of Isaiah and his journey with us.

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Announces Ribbon Tying Ceremony of YMCA and Easterseals

After more than 9 years of planning and community partnership, the Bloomington-Normal YMCA’S new facility in partnership with Easterseals Central Illin

Bloomington-Normal YMCA Announces Grand Opening of New YMCA and Easterseals Facility

After more than 9 years of planning and community partnership, the Bloomington-Normal YMCA is excited to announce the grand opening of their new facili