University Family YMCA

10/16/2026

Transitioning out of foster care can bring new opportunities and challenges. Through the Y Social Impact Center, young people receive support with housing, education, employment, and life skills as they build confidence and independence.

Learn how the Y walks alongside young people as they navigate adulthood: https://heyor.ca/jPibbU

10/15/2026

A love of reading starts early! At the Y's Early Education Centers, even our youngest learners are discovering the joy of books and storytelling. Through reading, play, and everyday exploration, we're helping little ones build early literacy skills, spark curiosity, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Learn more about our child care and preschool programs: https://heyor.ca/1VGIIx

10/13/2026

Finding the right support isn’t always simple. Resource navigation can help you connect with community resources for food, housing, health care, child care, employment, mental health support, and more.

Learn how resource navigation works and how having someone by your side can help make the process easier. Read blog >> https://www.seattleymca.org/blog/finding-right-support-how-resource-navigation-can-help

10/08/2026

Our Celebrating Community Changemakers Gala is just days away, and limited tickets are still available for Saturday’s celebration!

Join us as we come together to celebrate community, mark 150 years of impact, and help shape what comes next. Register here: https://heyor.ca/4IRomF

And the celebration starts now: our Silent Auction is officially open! Bid on incredible experiences and one-of-a-kind items while supporting the YMCA of Greater Seattle and the communities we serve. View auction: https://heyor.ca/s5M7A6

10/07/2026

09/18/2026

Every child in foster care deserves to feel seen, understood, and connected to who they are.

Having foster parents from diverse backgrounds can help children maintain important connections to their culture, language, traditions, and community. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re sharing why representation among foster families matters and how more families can help.

Read more about the importance of diversity in foster care: https://heyor.ca/UOiU0i

09/17/2026

Cheer on the Sounders and support the Y!

Join us on September 23 as Seattle Sounders FC take the field and help celebrate 150 years of the YMCA of Greater Seattle. When you purchase tickets through our special offer, $5 from every ticket supports the Y and our work to help our community belong, grow, and thrive.

Grab your tickets and get ready for match day >> https://heyor.ca/uOHQPB

09/03/2026

Everyone deserves a place where they feel welcome.

A place to connect. A place to share their story. A place to belong.

This Welcoming Week, we're bringing people together through celebrations, conversations, cultural activities, volunteer opportunities, and community events across the region.

Join us. Attend an event. Volunteer. Bring a friend. Become a member. Find a new way to invest in community. Explore Events: https://heyor.ca/bESxup

We welcome you.

09/01/2026

The University Family YMCA will be open 7:00-11:00 on Monday, September 7th in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Our group fitness classes will be Core Strength at 7am, AOA Strength at 8:15am, and Hatha Yoga at 9:45am.

08/26/2026

Your next pickleball match starts here!

Grab your favorite doubles partner and get ready to compete in the first-ever YMCA of Greater Seattle Pickleball Tournament. Compete against players from across the region, play for your local Y and battle through regional pool play for your chance to advance to the championship finals!

📍 Choose your location:
- Kent YMCA
- Northshore YMCA
- Sammamish YMCA
- West Seattle & Fauntleroy YMCA
📅 September 20 & 27: Pool Play
🏆 October 4: Championship Finals

Represent your local Y! Register your team by September 13 with the link, https://seattleymca.org/pickleball