Community Life | YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties

15th Annual Cops vs. Teachers Charity Event Set to Support Lakewood Family Y Programs

Lakewood, WA – April 8 – The 15th Annual Cops vs. Teachers charity basketball game event is gearing up for another thrilling evening of friendly competition and community support.

Lakewood community members smiling with a large check raised by the community and the Lakewood Police department at the YMCA

Pack the Gym: Supporting the Lakewood Family Y’s Foster Care and Teen Late Nite Programs!

Mark your calendars for an event that promises to provide support for our community’s most vulnerable individuals and families. The Y invites you to the 15th Annual Cops vs. Teachers Charity Basketball Game and Silent Auction on Friday, April 26, 2024.

Lights, Camera, Shine: Tom Taylor YMCA Hosts Night to Shine Event

Night to Shine is a global celebration, more than a prom night experience. This event, organized by the Tim Tebow Foundation, is designed with one purpose: to honor the worth and value of people with special needs.

Embrace the Joy of Giving: The 2023 Giving Tree is Here!

Unveiling a Season of Cheerful Generosity Our highly anticipated Giving Tree is in full swing as the holiday season draws near, and we are delighted to invite YOU to join us in bringing joy to our community. Are you curious about how you can make an impact this holiday? Keep it local by helping your neighbors, being kind in your interactions, and spreading generosity.

Groups of children trick-or-treat at the YMCA as witches, princesses, ghosts and more. They are smiling and holding bags of candy!

Spooky Fun for Everyone at the Jack-O'-Lantern Jubilee

Join the 2023 Jack-O'-Lantern Jubilee and your family will take home candy, great memories, and more from the Y! In the heart of your town, as the leaves turn crisp And the moon’s eerie glow spreads across the mist There’s a place where villagers all gather with glee, It’s the YMCA’s Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee!

Your Family's Guide to Staying Healthy This Fall

It's that time of year when we get ready for a shift in seasons as the days get shorter and fall's crisp, cool breeze permeates the air. Fall sets in motion the start of the cold and flu season, so it's critical for families to take preventive measures to stay healthy.

A group of adults huddle together and smile while inside the Tacoma Center YMCA weight room.

Forward on Forty | Tacoma Center YMCA 40th Anniversary

The Tacoma Center YMCA is celebrating 40 years of service to the community, and you’re invited to join the party, connect with your community, and discover what makes the Tacoma Center Y so special Hint: it’s the people! WHEN: SEPTEMBER 29 | 5-8pm

A father in son race up a trail, smiling as they move across fallen leaves on a cold day.

Start The New Year on the Right Foot In the Resolution Run

Sign up for the Resolution Run, a 5K race taking place on January 14, 2023, 9:00am, at the Haselwood Family YMCA.

Three kids sit in the snow, two middle school age and one toddler.

Celebrate the Holidays with 31 Family-Friendly Activities for Each Day in December

Enjoy this festive time of year with your friends and family with these 31 tips from the Y. In December, many families gather together to enjoy the holidays and honor the season. Spending time together benefits the health and well-being of our families and communities, and it creates opportunities for growth and learning with our loved ones.