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As one part of a plan to develop and revitalize the City’s older neighborhoods, the City of Kenosha is developing the Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy (KELA) in partnership with local educational institutions. Learn More Here.

In early February, Gov. Tony Evers announced more than $82 million in grants through the Equitable Recovery Grant Program were awarded to support community-based organizations working to increase equity and eliminate disparities in communities disproportionately affected by the pandemic statewide. 

The Kenosha YMCA invites you to save the dates for the return of the Annual Firecracker Run/Walk, FORE! A Good Cause Golf Outing, and Fall Festival!

Finding a local gym that FITS you can be difficult. Take advantage of the Kenosha YMCA’s February Personal Training offer and make the most of your membership. Every day people are motivated to join the Y and live healthier.

The Kenosha YMCA distributed 75+ turkeys to families in need on November 17, 2021. The opportunity came from a donation from the Kenosha Country Club, a long-time YMCA partner.

The Kenosha YMCA Before and After school program is offered throughout the community and is more than just a safe place before and after school for students. The BASE (Before and After School Enrichment) program is focused on enrichment and learning for everyday life.

Tri My Best Triathlon is open to anyone with special needs including physical, cognitive, emotional, or psychological disabilities. Nearly 100 athletes will take part in the seventh annual Tri My Best Triathlon — one of the feel-good events of the summer — on Sunday (Aug. 1) at the Kenosha YMCA, 7101 53rd St.

Tender Touch Therapy and the Kenosha YMCA continue their partnership to present the 2021 TRI MY BEST TRIATHLON-KENOSHA. The 7th year of this annual race will take place at the Kenosha YMCA.

The Kenosha Y offers before and after-school child care, preschool, summer camp, and Kid’s Club. You will always find an option that suits your needs and programs that offer your son or daughter so much fun and enjoyment!

After a year break the Firecracker was back with over 300 runners! The Firecracker and all Y special events bring the community together in a fun and healthy way to raise funds that support life-changing programs offered free of charge to the community.

Child care is one of the many perks of being a Kenosha YMCA member. Kid’s Club is open in the morning from 8 am to 12:30 pm Monday through Friday and 9 am-12:30 pm on Saturday. We are also open in the evening from 4 pm-8 pm Monday through Thursday and 4 pm-7 pm on Fridays. Children are limited to only two hours at Kid’s Club.

With public pools and beaches opening again this summer, there will certainly be excitement around water! The Kenosha Safety Around Water Coalition is campaigning during the National Safety Around Water month of May tips for safety around water.