Stamford YMCA to Permanently Close

February 16, 2024

Press Release:  Stamford YMCA to Permanently Close February 16, 2024 – After serving the Stamford, CT community since 1868 the Stamford YMCA Board of Directors announced the YMCA Operations at 10 Bell St will be closing no later than March 31, 2024.   After-effects of the pandemic, reduced membership, and declining public funds for after school care proved…

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WITH HEAVY HEARTS, WE MOURN THE LOSS OF OUR LONG-TIME BOARD MEMBER, MEMBER, AND FRIEND, SAM CINGARI

March 12, 2023

OCTOBER 15, 1930 – MARCH 8, 2023 YOUR IMPACT ON THE STAMFORD YMCA AND THE STAMFORD COMMUNITY LIVES ON. YOU WILL FOREVER BE MISSED BY US ALL.

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Stamford YMCA Receives $10,000 from United Way of Western Connecticut

July 15, 2022

Stamford YMCA Receives $10,000 from United Way of Western Connecticut for Youth Academics, Fitness and Social Skills  Grant for 2022-23 After School Programming will help increase access for families and expand enrichment activities  The Stamford YMCA, a fully equipped community fitness facility and youth program provider in downtown Stamford, announced today that it was awarded…

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WITH HEAVY HEARTS, WE MOURN THE LOSS OF OUR LONG-TIME MEMBER AND FRIEND, JOHN BOCCHINO, JUNE 12, 1933 – MAY 14, 2022

June 1, 2022

John has been a member of the Stamford YMCA since 1958. In the past 64 years, he has brightened our Y with his every visit. A few years ago, when asked what has kept him here, John stated, “it’s all about the people.” he has made many lifelong friends at the Y, including fellow members,…

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⚠️ COVID-19 Update Effective 12/21/21

December 22, 2021

The safety of our members and staff is our top priority. We are following State of CT’s updated state guidelines as of December 21, 2021, at 8 pm for gyms. Our policy has been revised. Face masks are required to be worn by all staff and members at all times while you are at the Stamford…

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UPDATED MASK POLICY EFFECTIVE 11/8/21

November 3, 2021

The safety of our members and staff is our top priority. To provide you with a meaningful, supportive, and safer Y experience for our members and staff, the Stamford Family YMCA has updated its mask policy beginning Monday, November 8, 2021. All members and staff will be required to show proof of vaccination.  Members and…

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DUDLEY WILLIAMS – We adored him and will miss him forever.

May 3, 2021

NOVEMBER 4, 1955 – MAY 21, 2021 Dudley Williams exemplified humanity and humility. We are grateful to have known him and are better for the experience. We adored him and will miss him forever. The Stamford Family YMCA

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Welcome Kai Bjornstad, Membership Director – to our Y!

April 28, 2021

Join us in welcoming Kai Bjornstad, our new Membership Director, to the Stamford Family YMCA. Kai has been employed with the Stamford YMCA for the past two years and has worked at the DarienlYMCA. He is a NASM certified personal trainer, a Corrective Exercise Specialist through NASM, a Lifeguard, and is now Membership Director at the Stamford…

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Stamford Family YMCA Receives $20,000 Operational Grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation

November 19, 2020

Thank You, Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation! We would like to express our gratitude for your generous grant of $20,000 to support the Stamford Family YMCA’s general operating needs. In these uncertain times, the YMCA continues to support youth and families. We have remained flexible to the unpredicted needs of the community and have applied our…

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Stamford Family YMCA Receives $2500 from the Crane Fund for Widows and Children

September 17, 2020

The Crane Fund for Widows and Children generously awarded a $2500 grant to the Stamford Family YMCA. Their gift will be used to support youth engagement and development at LEAD Academy, the organization’s out-of-school program. This year, in response to adjustments in educational programs offered by Stamford Public Schools, the Stamford Family YMCA is offering the…

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