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YMCA receives 2025 excellence in fundraising award

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEYMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga receives 2025 excellence in fundraising awardCHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (May 20, 2025) – Today, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga (Metro Chattanooga Y) Board of Directors celebrated the Y receiving the 2025 Eagle Award for Excellence in Fundraising. The North American YMCA Development Organization (NAYDO), an association in pa...
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Downtown Member of the Month - Buzz

 MEET BUZZ: MEMBER OF THE MONTH  At 97 years old, Buzz is a shining example of how the YMCA can change lives. From growing up during the Great Depression to coaching several Olympic gold medalists, his story is filled with resilience, passion and an unwavering commitment to wellness.  Buzz faced ma...
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Sarah's Instructor Spotlight - Downtown Y

MEET SARAH: Group exercise instructor at the Downtown Family YMCASarah’s fitness journey began in high school as a setter on her volleyball team. In 2013, she discovered a passion for fitness, embracing lifting, strength training, and climbing gyms as part of her routine. These activities became essential to her mental health and personal growth.   ...
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Downtown Family YMCA Wellness Floor Renovation

Downtown Family YMCA Wellness Floor RenovationOctober 23 - November 22, 2024 (approximate)Exciting changes are coming to our wellness floor! We're transforming our space to enhance your fitness experience with:New Flooring Installation: Enjoy a fresh, clean look and feel underfoot.Demolition of Glass Half Wall: Making way for cutting-edge fitness equipment.Bright New Lightin...
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Flooding Relief Supplies Drive

All YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga branches are currently collecting donated supplies to help families impacted by the flooding and devastation caused by Helene. We are coordinating with the Unicoi County Family YMCA in Erwin, TN, to help their community. Below are their most imminent needs, and many in the community have lost everything.PLEASE DONATE:Bottled WaterFlashlig...
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