Category: YMCA News

July 15, 2025

Anyone Can Drown. No One Should.

July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day The YMCA of Greater Nashua joins global partners in recognizing World Drowning Prevention Day, a United Nations-designated day of awareness and action to address one of the world’s leading—but largely preventable—causes of death. Every year, drowning claims the lives of over 236,000 people worldwide, with children under the… Read more »

July 9, 2025

Creating an Inclusive Environment for All

Honoring Inclusion, Identity, and Empowerment This July, the YMCA of Greater Nashua proudly joins communities nationwide in celebrating Disability Pride Month, honoring the strength, diversity, and contributions of people with disabilities. Disability Pride Month marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a landmark civil rights law passed on July 26, 1990, that prohibits… Read more »

July 2, 2025

Celebrate Summer the Safe Way

Celebrate July’s National Play Outside Day Supporting Youth Development and Safe Summer Fun On Saturday, July 5, the YMCA of Greater Nashua joins families across the country in celebrating National Play Outside Day, a reminder of the importance of unstructured outdoor play, movement, and connection, not just for children, but adults too. As families enjoy… Read more »

July 1, 2025

Double Your Impact

  Anonymous Donor Pledges $100,000 Matching Gift to Support YMCA of Greater Nashua’s Early Education Center Renovation The YMCA of Greater Nashua is thrilled to announce an extraordinary act of generosity: an anonymous donor has pledged a $100,000 matching gift to support the renovation of its Early Education Center at the Merrimack YMCA, doubling the… Read more »

June 25, 2025

Supporting Brain Health

The YMCA of Greater Nashua is highlighting year-round healthy living programs that support mind, body, and spirit in recognition of National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to honor and support the more than 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease and the countless families who… Read more »

June 18, 2025

Stronger Together

  YMCA Celebrates Cancer Survivor Month by Honoring Local Survivors and the Impact of Its LiveSTRONG® at the YMCA Program June is National Cancer Survivor Month, a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and journey of cancer survivors across the country. The YMCA of Greater Nashua proudly joins the celebration by honoring the courageous individuals… Read more »

June 12, 2025

Y CARES Weeks

  FROM CONNECTION TO CONTRIBUTION YMCA Encourages Community Reflection and Support During Month of June From June 9 to June 29, the YMCA of Greater Nashua is proud to launch Y CARES WEEKS, a three-week initiative designed to celebrate the power of connection, foster a sense of belonging, and inspire achievement throughout our community—all while… Read more »

June 11, 2025

Sun-Powered Progress

YMCA Celebrates New Solar Installation at Westwood Park YMCA, Advancing Sustainability and Community Impact The YMCA of Greater Nashua is proud to announce a major step forward in its commitment to environmental stewardship and community reinvestment. On Friday, May 30, we joined local leaders, educators, and impact investors to celebrate the ribbon cutting of our… Read more »