Together Against Hate

The Jewish Community Alliance and First Coast YMCA are proud to announce a new partnership to take an active role in educating and inspiring our neighbors to build a more inclusive Northeast Florida. Together, we can unite our community. We need your help!
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A Cultural Journey to South Korea and the PhilippinesI am a proud member of the YMCA Asian Pacific Islander Leadership Network (APILN) International Leadership Institute (ILI). The APILN selected 7 YMCA leaders from across the United States, all of whom are ofAsian-Pacific Islander descent, to join in a year-long commitment as members of the 2022-2023 ILI cohort.  The...
Member Spotlight: Meet Stephanie & SiriusBy Stephanie In April 2020, I moved to Nassau County with my son Sirius in hopes of a brighter and better future.  I had concerns about finding childcare where Sirius would fit in, but most importantly, somewhere safe, welcoming and affordable.  My neighbor and staff at Sirius’ elementary school suggested YMCA’s AfterSchool...
Member Spotlight: Shantel DavisThe YMCA Saved Our Lives By: Shantel Davis, First Coast YMCA Member and Board Member, Metropolitan Board of Directors Could you jump into a pool to save someone’s life? In the deep end? What if it was your child? That’s a scary thought, but it’s a nightmare I lived through...
Member Spotlight: Richard RobinsonPersonal Training Through Life’s Ups and Downs As an avid athlete participating in half marathons and endurance bike riding, Richard Robinson has always led an active lifestyle. Looking for a place to maintain his fitness, he and his wife joined the First Coast YMCA. Richard would come to the Y...