The issue of food deserts and the availability of fresh and healthy food has disproportionately impacted black communities. However, there is a growing movement to address this issue by supporting black farmers and promoting healthier eating habits. ... Read More
Kristin Mays-Corbitt has been elected as the Chair of the Board of Directors at the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, making her the first woman of color to hold the position. This is a significant milestone for any woman of color in leadership posit... Read More
Walking through the Early Learning hallway of the Baxter YMCA, a center with the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, you’re instantly greeted with the sounds of giggles and squeals of delight. Peaking in through the windows, you see little ones making ... Read More
In 2015 Lodema Lines was diagnosed with Stage 3 Breast Cancer. It then became clear why she felt so tired for the last five years. She then learned about the YMCA LIVESTRONG program through her oncologist and decided to look into it. Fast forward ... Read More
What does a dog named Lulu, cooking classes, and a 45-pound weight have in common? Each contributes to the healing process for local teenagers enrolled in Boone County’s “The Refuge Girls Academy.” If you visit the Witham Family YMCA duri... Read More