Leading With Purpose: Pam Andrews on Protecting What Matters Most When Pam Andrews started as a lifeguard at the Santa Monica Family YMCA, she never imagined it would become a
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98 Years & Still Counting: Celebrating the Santa Monica Family YMCA’s 98th Anniversary of Community-Centered Service June 13th, 2025 marks the 98th anniversary of the Santa Monica Family YMCA! Over
Read moreCelebrating Healthy Kids Day: A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Community Partners
Celebrating Healthy Kids Day: A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Community Partners Each April, the Santa Monica Family YMCA opens its doors wide for one of our most cherished events
Read moreA New Era of Youth Innovation Begins: Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Our Maker Space Powered by the Audre Slater Foundation
A New Era of Youth Innovation Begins: Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Our Maker Space Powered by the Audre Slater Foundation The Santa Monica Family YMCA marked an exciting milestone this
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YMCA’s Emergency Response Resource Update In the wake of the recent fires, the Santa Monica Family YMCA has mobilized efforts to support our community during this challenging time. We’re proud
Read moreA Message From Our CEO
As we close 2024, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for your unwavering support and engagement throughout the year. Thanks to your participation, our YMCA
Read moreChild Sex Abuse is an Adult Issue
One in 10 children in the U.S. will be sexually abused before the age of 18. Adults are responsible for the safety of children and adults should be taking proactive
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With all of the parent responsibilities to juggle, what can parents do to make certain their young athlete is safe and thriving in the sports and coaching environment? Read the
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Maybe you have a suspicion that a child is being abused based on something you’ve witnessed, or a child has told you that abuse is happening. Either way, it’s your
Read moreTeach Kids About Healthy Boundaries
Educating children about the importance of personal boundaries—and empowering them to speak out when they feel violated—is essential to healthy youth development. Yet, the topic of boundaries is one that
Read moreHow to Keep Your Teen Safe On-line
Keeping teens safe is hard enough in the physical world, let alone the cyberworld of social media, texting, online gaming, and online predators. But you don’t have to stand by
Read moreChild Sexual Abusers Are Often Known and Trusted
90% of children who experience sexual abuse are abused by someone they know and /or trust. 30% of victims are abused by a family member, and 60% by someone known
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