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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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Raises Awareness Around Men’s Health
YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is raising awareness of potential health complications impacting men and is striving to promote healthy habits by having honest conversations…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Shares Self-Care for Parents and Guardians
Often described as the most rewarding job, parenting is a one-of-a-kind experience with ups and downs along the way. Parents and guardians put in long…
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Hearing Loss and Dementia
Age-related hearing loss, also referred to as presbycusis, can develop gradually with advancing age. It is prevalent, with over half of individuals in the United…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Shares a Closer Look at Nutrition with HUSK
Earlier this year, we launched a partnership with HUSK Nutrition to enable our members to receive personalized nutritional counseling from registered dieticians. To learn more about the…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Shines Spotlights Its Adaptive Fitness Offerings
With July being Disability Pride Month, a month-long celebration commemorating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has focused on…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Welcomes VP of Health Strategies, Expands Wellness Offerings
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) has recently welcomed Verónica López as the new VP of Health Strategies. López brings nearly three decades of experience…
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TMACC Bus Service Expands Access with New Stop at the Coatesville YMCA
On Jun. 24, the Transportation Management Association of Chester County (TMACC) expanded its Coatesville Link bus route, returning scheduled public transportation to the Coatesville YMCA.…
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High School Student Raises $1K for YGBW’s Annual Campaign To Teach Water Safety Skills
In honor of National Water Safety Month, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) recently partnered with LCH Health and Community Services to offer a bilingual…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Earns Top Workplaces 2024 Award from Philadelphia Inquirer
YMCA of Greater Brandywine has been named a Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer. In determining the 2024 Top Workplaces, The Philadelphia Inquirer partnered with…
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Seedcopa + SeedcoDE Welcomes Holly Graver as Senior Vice President, Business Development Officer
Seedcopa + SeedcoDE, serving all of Pennsylvania and Delaware as the lending affiliate of the Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC), has named Holly Graver…
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YMCA Celebrates 180 Years of Strengthening Communities
On Jun. 6, 1844, George Williams and 11 other young men gathered in London for a meeting that led to the founding of the YMCA.…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Expands Adaptive Summer Camp for Children with Disabilities
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) prides itself on being accessible to all in the community and eliminating financial barriers for children, families, and seniors…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Offers Water-Safety Tips for Summer
With summer quickly approaching, swim season is about to kick off. Before you jump into summer fun, make sure your family members are aware that…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Now Offers a 12-Week Strength Development Class
As we enter the summer season, it’s an excellent opportunity to reaffirm your commitment to health and wellness. If you are looking to mix up…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Celebrates Thousands of Volunteers at the Breakfast of Champions
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) recently celebrated the power of volunteers, totaling more than 78,000 hours given by 4,700 volunteers in 2023. To show…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Names Executive Director of YMCA Pickleball Center at Downingtown
Dave Mullin joins the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) as Executive Director of the YMCA Pickleball Center at Downingtown, the first YMCA facility devoted to…
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2024 VISTA Millennial Superstars: Rachel Firkser
Rutledge and Chester Heights native Rachel Firkser is the Chief Financial Officer at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine, where she ensures the sustainability and financial…
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YMCA of Greater Brandywine Presents Service to Youth Award to Chester County Intermediate Unit
On Thursday, Apr. 25, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) presented one of its highest honors, the Service to Youth Award, to Chester County Intermediate…
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