Adventure Guide Spotlight: The Scott Family When Josh Scott first joined the YMCA of Orange County’s Adventure Guides program in 2017, he had no idea it would create so many lasting memories and friendships for him and his children. Over…
On June 6, the YMCA celebrates 181 years of doing good. This global organization, founded in 1844 by George Williams in London, began with a simple but powerful idea to help people build healthier, happier lives. Today, the YMCA is…
At the YMCA of Orange County, summer camp is a chance for children to unplug, connect, explore, and grow. Whether they’re leaping into a lake, building a robot, or making a lifelong friend under the stars, your child will come…
The YMCA of Orange County strives to be a community, a support system, and a launchpad for growth for people of all ages. Jakob Martinez is a perfect example of this, he is a bright and driven young leader whose…
Alex Sanchez, a dedicated team member of the YMCA of Orange County’s New Horizons program, recently received the 2025 Spotlight Award for Direct Support Professional from the Regional Center of Orange County. The award honors individuals for their work on…
May is Water Safety Awareness Month—a time to highlight the importance of learning essential skills that can save lives and build confidence. For Kelly, a member of the Mission Viejo Family YMCA, learning to swim was a life-changing step. Growing…
The Newport-Mesa Family YMCA, alongside Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD) and several community partners, celebrated a milestone achievement for 45 Whittier Elementary students. These young swimmers completed a 10-week after-school swim and water safety program, a significant step toward greater…
For over 13 years, James has been an active and enthusiastic member of the New Horizons program at the YMCA, and his experience has been nothing short of life changing. His mother, Patricia, first heard about the program during a…
At the YMCA of Orange County, impact isn’t just measured in numbers—it’s measured in lives changed, communities strengthened, and futures brightened. As a community, the Y celebrates milestones, embraces growth, and works to build a stronger foundation for the future….
Walt and Patti’s story began in the most unexpected of places—at the Huntington Beach Family YMCA. Neither of them had anticipated that the Y would be where they found their second chance at love, but life can be surprising in…