Social Responsibility

Our African American Employee Resource Group (AA ERG) kickoff event went off without a hitch as we celebrated Black History Month, with guest speakers Dr. Kiah Nyame and Ronnie Pollack, as well as a fireside chat with new President & CEO Ernie Lamour — the second African American to assume that role for our Association.

Rochester, NY – For the third year, we at the YMCA of Greater Rochester are proud to participate in YMCA of the USA's African American Resource Network (AARN) nation-wide event, We Wear Black.

Music. It’s one of the most universal languages in the world. And for Bob Pizzutiello, he’s seen how it can leave a lasting imprint on kids.

For years, staff at The Lewis Street YMCA Neighborhood Center have spread holiday cheer throughout the Marketview Heights neighborhood by collecting and delivering gifts to kids in their program. This year, amidst the City’s water main break and an impending winter storm, was no exception.

YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER ANNOUNCES AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) FUNDING More than $2 Million to Create & Support Neighborhood Centers

Common Thread Brews to Open at Schottland Family YMCA

Rochester, NY – The YMCA of Greater Rochester is pleased to announce a $140,000 gift from POOLCORP, a global distributor of swimming pool equipment, parts and supplies.

YMCA, URMC Partner to Train and Support Youth at Camp

YMCA Bringing Free Classes Back to Parcel 5 Classes July 5-August 25 7-8 am Tuesdays and Thursdays Yoga with Joan N.  6-7 pm Tuesdays Zumba with Laurie N.  6-7 pm Thursdays Zumba Strong with S