Dear Friend of the Milwaukee Y,

These last several months have challenged our country as we were affected by tragic events which left many of us in a state of disbelief. We mourn and continue to mourn with those in Orlando, Dallas, Baton Rouge, the Twin Cities, Tulsa and Charlotte, and are grateful to our YMCA colleagues across the country who played pivotal leadership roles in these respective communities – and supported community members shaken by these events.

As we grapple with these recent events, I am reminded of the YMCA’s international cause to strengthen the foundations of community through youth development, social responsibility, and healthy living. The Milwaukee Y’s urban mission is to enrich children, youth, and families throughout the neighborhoods of Milwaukee, and it is firmly at the forefront of our daily work – seven days a week. Continue reading