YMCA receives land donation at Townlee Lane
LUGOFF, SC – The YMCA of Columbia is celebrating the gift of 12.79 acres (Townlee and Cameron Lane) in Lugoff, SC. The Y has been exploring advancing their mission (To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.) into Kershaw County since March 2017. Formal studies and community conversations continue to guide Y leadership in the future undertaking of programs and services, a capital campaign and major building project.
“We are thrilled to have received such a generous donation. Although there is still much work to do, this is a huge milestone in […]
YMCA of Columbia Launches 2016 Annual Campaign—Jerri Spurrier to Chair
The YMCA of Columbia is launching its annual campaign today in hopes of raising $400,000 to ensure that everyone in the Midlands has access to vital community programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
“Every day, the YMCA of Columbia gives our community the support it needs to learn, grow and thrive,” said Wendy Broderick, Chief Development Officer. “But the Y is more than a gym. It’s a cause. As a charity, we’re dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving the nation’s health and well-being, and giving back and providing support to […]
PALMETTO HEALTH AND YMCA OF COLUMBIA OPEN BALLENTINE FAMILY MEDICINE AND BALLENTINE FAMILY YMCA
Ballentine YMCA opens Monday, March 16 and Ballentine Family Medicine opens Wednesday, April 8
Last year, Palmetto Health and the YMCA of Columbia announced their enhanced partnership focused on improving the health and wellness of residents across the Midlands region. The partnership makes a significant move forward next week as their first major joint project – a $6.8 million, 19,925 square-foot facility, which co-houses Ballentine Family YMCA and Ballentine Family Medicine – opens to the public. Ballentine Family YMCA, where memberships currently are being sold, opens Monday, March 16 and Ballentine Family Medicine will begin caring for the community on Wednesday, […]
THE YMCA OF COLUMBIA PARTNERS WITH THE LIVESTRONG FOUNDATION FOR A PROGRAM FOR ADULT CANCER SURVIVORS
The YMCA of Columbia and the LIVESTRONG® Foundation have joined together to create LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors achieve their holistic health goals. The YMCA of Columbia kicked off its pilot program on Tuesday at the Downtown YMCA.
The research-based program offers people affected by cancer a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities focused on strengthening the whole person. Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to achieve their goals such as building muscle mass and strength; increasing flexibility and endurance; […]
YMCA OF COLUMBIA CELEBRATES 100 YEARS ON SUMTER STREET
The YMCA of Columbia is commemorated its 100th year at 1420 Sumter Street in 2011. A series of events celebrated the impact the Y has made on the community. The first of these is the hanging of a collection of photographs and memorabilia that archive the history of the YMCA of Columbia. Throughout 2011, the Y will bridged the past to the future and welcomed the community to join in the celebrations.
The YMCA of Columbia opened in 1854 as one of the first YMCAs in the United States. By 1907, the YMCA of Columbia was beginning to outgrow the current […]
