PRESS ROOM

The Y is the nation's leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee works closely with local television, radio and newspapers to address issues that concern all in our community including, but not limited to, the following:

Youth Development
YMCA Young Leaders Academy charter school
Mentoring programs
Swimming and water safety
Choosing a day or overnight camp for your child
Early childhood education centers, quality child care and preschool programming
Equestrian programs

Healthy Living
Healthy lifestyle programming
Wellness Centers Family Nights
Group Exercise
Personal Training
Exercise for all ages, including seniors and teens

Social Responsibility
Community Development Center (community outreach)
Volunteerism
Scholarships
Mentoring
Pioneering Healthier Communities

If you are a member of the media working on a Y story, looking for a story or needing an expert for an existing story, please contact:

Jackie Kacala
(414) 274-0755, (414) 313-9622 cell
jkacala@ymcamke.org

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