We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That is why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. See all that is happening at your local YMCA locations!
We are joining Ys across the country for Five Days of Action®, a weeklong campaign running April 13-17, 2026, designed to raise awareness and inspire action to protect children from abuse, with a special focus this year on digital safety for kids.
We are joining Ys across the country for Five Days of Action®, a weeklong campaign running April 13-17, 2026,.
Congratulations to Nick Walker!
The Illinois State Alliance of YMCA’s gave Nick Walker the Matt Ottaviano Award for Outstanding Program Director.
A nice article highlighting our Parkinson’s Program from our friends at Riverbender.com.
A nice article highlighting our Parkinson's Program from our friends at Riverbender.com.
Explore these community resources and tools designed to help you cope.
Explore these community resources and tools designed to help you cope.
75th Anniversary Family Event
Sunday, September 15th
2:00 – 5:00pm
Meyer Center
FREE For The Community
We are throwing a FREE Family Event for our 75th Anniversary!
Edwardsville YMCA, SIUE Athletics Announce the Junior Cougars Leagues!
The YMCA was honored for our work with the Functional Life Skills EHS Program. Director Brittney Fredbloom works with the students each week to help do tasks around the Meyer Center.
The YMCA was honored for our work with the Functional Life Skills EHS Program.
We are excited to announce that the Edwardsville YMCA Meyer Center is now an official drop off site for the Glen-Ed Pantry.
We are excited to announce that the Meyer Center is now an official drop off site for the Glen-Ed Pantry.
We are throwing a Wonderland Gala at the Meyer Center! All proceeds go to decrease the original Meyer Center debt. We will graciously accept any additional donations to our mission.
Attire: Semi-Formal Or Alice In Wonderland Inspired
Ages 21+
Saturday, April 15th, 2023
VIP Cocktail Hour 6:00 – 7:00pm
GALA Doors Open 7:00pm
We are throwing a Wonderland Gala at the Meyer Center!
The Alive and Thrive Breast Cancer Program allows for a small group setting aiding breast cancer patients and survivors.
The Alive and Thrive Breast Cancer Program allows for a small group setting aiding breast cancer patients and survivors.
The new mask requirement from the Illinois Governor and IDPH starts Monday, August 30th. The YMCA will follow the requirements that masks must be worn at all times except when in the pool. We are awaiting further guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health and will update our guidelines as required or
allowed by the state of Illinois.
No Non-Member access to the Basketball Gyms or Fitness Centers. Nationwide Membership is still fully accepted. Effective 9/8/2021
As we align ourselves with the IL Gov. Mandate & IDPH Guidelines, everyone over age 2 must wear masks inside facilities.
A visitation in honor of Jack’s life will be held on August 7th from 9:30 – 11:30am at the Sunset Hill Funeral Home.
A visitation in honor of Jack Scheider's life will be held on Aug. 7 from 9:30-11:30am at the Sunset Hill Funeral Home.
The Edwardsville YMCA Board of Directors are happy to announce that Brandon Bell has been selected as the next CEO.
The Edwardsville YMCA Board of Directors are happy to announce that Brandon Bell has been selected as the next CEO.
Along with many of you, the news of Gary Niebur’s passing came as devastating news. Gary meant so much to so many people. Not only was he impactful as the mayor of Edwardsville for 20 years, but he left a lasting impact at the Edwardsville YMCA as our leader for over 35 years.
Along with many of you, the news of Gary Niebur's passing came as devastating news.
Our initiative is to assist community non-profit organizations as they serve those in need through the COVID-19 pandemic. We know that this is a fluid and ever changing environment. We will need to adapt as things progress and work collaboratively for the greater good of the community.
Our initiative is to assist community non-profit organizations as they serve those in need through the COVID-19 pandemic
This month we welcome a new face to our leadership team in membership, look forward to our Tumble & Trampoline Meet and Summer Camp, look back at Member Appreciation Week and honor this month’s STARS.
This month we welcome a new face to our leadership team in membership &look forward to our Tumble & Trampoline Meet!
This month we start a new chapter at the Meyer Center, look forward to the New Year’s programming, showcase our members celebrating the holidays and honor this month’s STARS.
This month we start a new chapter at the Meyer Center, look forward to 2020 programming & showcase our members.
We are taking a break from our Fall 2 session classes from Monday, November 25th through Sunday, December 1st.
This month we say see you soon to our friend, start the holiday season off helping others, showcase our dance program and celebrate this month’s STARS.
This month we say see you soon to our friend, start the holiday season off helping others & showcase our dance program.
This month we went out in the community to make a difference, had a Spooktacular weekend, celebrated our members and our local firefighters talked about fire safety.
This month we went out in the community to make a difference, had a Spooktacular weekend and celebrated our members.
