YMCA of Greater Brandywine
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a nonprofit association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, Pennsylvania, offering programs that promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
It provides fitness classes, childcare, summer camps, and community outreach initiatives to support individuals and families.
Address: 1 E. Chestnut Street, West Chester, PA 19380
Phone: (610) 643-9622
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CCCBI to Honor Female Business Leader, Rising Star of the Year at Awards Dinner
The Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry (CCCBI) has announced the winners of the Women Influencing Business (WIB) Committee’s distinguished Female Business Leader of…
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Senator Carolyn Comitta and YMCA of Greater Brandywine to Celebrate Earth Day at Free Community Event on April 20
State Senator Carolyn Comitta and the YMCA of Greater Brandywine are inviting the community to enjoy a day of family fun at the Upper Main…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Appoints Interim Board Chair, Welcomes Nine New Board Members
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is announcing the appointment of Dr. Scott Heinerichs as Interim Board Chair. Heinerichs is the Dean of the College…
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Summer Savings Start at YMCA of Greater Brandywine with Free Access to Outdoor Pools
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering free outdoor pool memberships to current members or those who join before March 31, 2024. Both current members…
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Use It or Lose It: The YMCA of Greater Brandywine Advocates for Active Aging through Mind and Body Exercise Programs
Your brain and your muscles have something in common: You must exercise them regularly to avoid loss of skills. In other words, use it or…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Shares Benefits of Eating Family-Friendly Meals
Prioritizing family mealtime can improve family members’ physical, emotional, and social well-being while fostering a supportive family environment. In addition to providing quality time, eating…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine: Taking Care of your Heart | A Health Seeker’s Journey
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), heart disease remains a leading cause of death for people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. It’s important…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Celebrates 130th Anniversary with Renaming of the Brandywine YMCA
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) recently celebrated 130 years since the opening of the Coatesville YMCA, the organization’s first location in Chester County. The…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine President and CEO Appointed to Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission
Bertram L. Lawson II, President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, has been appointed to serve on the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission.…
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The 2024 Class of VISTA Millennial Superstars: Part 1 of 4
The much-anticipated time has finally arrived, and VISTA Today is thrilled to reveal its 2024 Class of VISTA Millennial Superstars, an initiative presented by Penn…
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YMCA Encourages Social Connections to Combat Isolation
With a busy year ahead, the YMCA stresses the importance of social connections in the health of our community. The need to combat isolation and loneliness…
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All Invited to YMCA Feb. 5-12 for First-Ever Gift of Heart Health Week
February is American Heart Month, and the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW), Keystone First, and Keystone First Community HealthChoices have partnered to offer the Chester…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Welcomes Mary Curcio as Vice President of Philanthropy
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Curcio as Vice President of Philanthropy, leading the organization’s fundraising and…
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Quality Time Over Quantity of Time
Work, school, appointments, activities, sports, and more — free time is a precious commodity. And there seems to be less and less of it each…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Supports Empowerment at Any Age
As another year begins, we are reminded that another year has passed. It is common to become hyper-aware of the passage of time around New…
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Visit YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s East Chestnut Fitness
Located inside the Oscar Lasko YMCA in West Chester, East Chestnut Fitness is not your typical fitness facility. East Chestnut Fitness is an intimate fitness…
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Chester County Leadership: Bertram L. Lawson II, President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Brandywine
In July 2023, Bertram L. Lawson, II began his newest chapter in the YMCA movement, stepping into the role of President and CEO of YMCA…















































