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Dear Friends of the New Jersey YMCA Alliance,

Spring into Community and Connection at Your Local YMCA

As spring arrives, it brings longer days, warmer weather, and the perfect opportunity for outdoor activities. YMCAs across New Jersey are eagerly preparing for the summer season—offering day camps, swimming programs, and countless ways to enjoy the great outdoors.

At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive space where everyone can connect, grow, and thrive. Our Ys across the state serve as a second home—a place to engage with others, focus on well-being, and find a true sense of belonging.

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Trenton, NJ – The New Jersey YMCA State Alliance is urging lawmakers to support A4692, a bill designed to streamline funding processes for nonprofits, ensuring timely payments, fair reimbursement, and reduced administrative burdens.

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On Monday, March 10th, NJYSA Executive Assistant, Faith Beauzile, had the opportunity to testify in support of YMCA swim programs, sharing her son Jackson's transformative experience.

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The NJ YMCA State Alliance team, including CEO, Julie Gallanty; Vice President of Community Impact, Marissa Davis; and Board President, Mark Dibble (YMCA of the Pines), had the great honor and privilege of accompanying our New Jersey Youth Advocates, Annika Raj, Holmdel (YMCA of Greater Monmouth County) and Iqra Naz, Jersey City (YMCA of Newark and Vicinity) for an exhilarating two days in Washington DC. 

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We are pleased to announce that the Gloucester County YMCA has joined the New Jersey YMCA SNAP Navigator initiative as of February. 

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On Thursday, February 27th, the NJ YMCA State Alliance hosted a “Healthy Living Collaboration Brunch” at Cooper’s Riverview in Trenton, NJ. 

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On February 20th, Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) certified instructors and NJYSA staff members, Ellie McCreesh (Associate Program Manager) and Julia Wieczorek (Community Impact Manager) facilitated a virtual YMHFA training for local YMCA staff and nutrition Educators at SNAP-Ed implementing agencies.

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At the 2025 National Afterschool Association Convention in March, Community Impact Manager Julia Wieczorek co-presented a session on collaborative approaches to support youth experiencing homelessness.

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