Afterschool Alliance Names YMCA/JCC of Greater Toledo's Spencer One of 22 'Afterschool Ambassadors' from 19 States
Spencer Will Work in Ohio and Nationally to Expand Afterschool 
September 13, 2007
Washington, DC - The Afterschool Alliance today announced the selection of Becky Spencer, Vice President of Child Development at the YMCA/JCC of Greater Toledo, to serve as a 2007-2008 Afterschool Ambassador. She is one of just 22 local leaders from 19 states selected for the honor. Each Ambassador will continue directing or supporting a local afterschool program while also serving a one-year Afterschool Ambassador term organizing public events, communicating with policy makers, and building suppoprt for afterschool programs. The Afterschool Ambassador program is supported by the William T. Grant Foundation. More>

Monclova Landowner Donates 10 Acres for Future YMCA of Greater Toledo - September 12, 2006
Don Schaller, Monclova resident and long-time farmer, recently donated 10 acres of land to the St. Luke's Hospital Foundation with the provision that the land be used for a YMCA, a health related facility or other community-service purpose. The Waterville Township land is situated between Bucher and Dutch Roads, adjacent to 100 acres of land owned by Anthony Wayne Schools. More>

Todd Tibbits named VP of Operations for YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo - August 28, 2006
Todd Tibbits has been selected as the new vice president of operations for the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo, a 14-branch association with a $30 million annual budget. More>

Early Education is Important for Child Development- August 7, 2006
As fall approaches, many parents are looking for educational opportunities for their preschoolers. Becky Spencer, vice president of child development for the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo offers the following suggestions for parents when choosing an early education program. More>

Partnership Between Two Local Not-For-Profits To Benefit Local Latino Community - July 26, 2006
The YMCA of Greater Toledo and the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center are pleased to announce a partnership that will allow the two organizations to share resources and increase programming for the local Latino community. A kickoff reception will be held on Tuesday, August 1, from 4-6 pm, at the Sofia Quintero Center in celebration of the partnership. More>

YMCA And UT Launch YMCA Professional Studies Program - June 26, 2006
Program gives students opportunity to qualify for YMCA Senior Director Status while studying for Bachelor's Degree. The YMCA of Greater Toledo and the  University of Toledo have designed a program that will allow undergraduate students to earn YMCA Senior Director Certificaiton while studying for their bachelor's degrees. Students completing the YMCA Professional Studies Program (YPSP) will qualify for the YMCA Senior Director Certification, paid internships and job placement at the YMCA which is one of the largest not-for-profit organizations in the country. The YMCA of Greater Toledo employs more than 2,100 locally. More>


YMCA and JCC Celebrate 10th Anniversary of Splash Swimming Program -
May 11, 2006
With Summer vacation just around the corner, it won't be long before children will be diving into swimming pools, lakes and quarries. But fun in the water can quickly turn to tragedy. That's why it's important for children to learn water safety and and swimming skills before taking the plunge. From June 12-16, the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Splash, its FREE, week-long program for beginner swimmers ages 3-12. The program includes water safety and basic swimming skills instruction, character development activities and parent information. More >

YMCA/JCC Scholarship Campaign Revs Up On Monday January 23, 2006 - January 20, 2006
Contributions Help More Than 103,000 People
The YMCA and JCC start their engines and put the pedal to the metal in their race to raise money to provide financial assistance to 103,000 people. Their 2006 racing themed campaign kicks off on Monday, January 23, 2006 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Stranahan Great Hall. More >

YMCA/JCC Offers Free Child Care for Income-Eligible Families - December 2, 2005
A new program funded and sponsored by the Ohio Department of Education and Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services that makes Early Education and Child Care available for free to income-eligible families, is now available at five area YMCA and JCC Child Care Centers. The program, the Early Learning Initiative (ELI), is open for enrollment for children 3 - 5 years old and not yet in kindergarten. More>