YMCA
noun
: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young men
—usually used with the
a member of the YMCA
—sometimes shortened informally to the Y
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago announced Wednesday that the Y is offering free memberships to Chicago teenagers all summer long.
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Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 June 2026
To support healthy routines and community connection, teens entering or enrolled in high school this fall will be eligible for a free summer membership at the YMCA of the North.
—Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 28 May 2026
The Westchester Township History Center is on the same block as the Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus, a benefit for history buffs.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Organizations and initiatives such as the United States Swim School Association, Every Child A Swimmer, American Red Cross and the YMCA have searchable maps on where to find swim lessons in the Tarrant County and Dallas-Fort Worth areas.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2026
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Adam Harrington, CBS News, 3 June 2026
To support healthy routines and community connection, teens entering or enrolled in high school this fall will be eligible for a free summer membership at the YMCA of the North.
—Hannah Brueske, Twin Cities, 28 May 2026
The Westchester Township History Center is on the same block as the Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus, a benefit for history buffs.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
Organizations and initiatives such as the United States Swim School Association, Every Child A Swimmer, American Red Cross and the YMCA have searchable maps on where to find swim lessons in the Tarrant County and Dallas-Fort Worth areas.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2026
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“YMCA.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/YMCA. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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YMCA
noun
: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young Christian men
Etymology
Young Men's Christian Association
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