Congratulations to Our New CEO and President
The YMCA of NWNC has announced that Donna Rodgers has been selected as the organization’s next President and CEO, becoming the first woman to serve as President and CEO in the association’s history. Rodgers, who has served as the YMCA’s Interim Chief Executive Officer since May 2026, has been a member of the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina leadership team for more than 22 years.
Mistletoe Is Just Around the Corner
You are invited to the most wonderful run of the year! Join us for our 43rd annual event on December 5. In addition to our half marathon, 5K and 1 mile Fun Run course, we will have bounce houses, music, cheerleaders, community mascots, donuts at the finish line, & more! Every participant will receive a race shirt and 5K and half marathoners will receive finisher medals as they cross the Finish Line!
Christian Leadership Conference
Our YMCA Conference is held at YMCA Camp Hanes October 23-24 8:30am-2:00pm. It's a great event for all to learn how to increase the Christian mission at their Y and in the community. It provides Y staff and volunteers with the tools they need as Y leaders and to connect with our community.
Membership Means More at the Y
All YMCA of Northwest North Carolina members have access to all of our locations and programs. With membership at one branch, you can enjoy full access and amenities at each of our 13 locations.
State-of-the-art fitness equipment
Members have access to quality equipment to help them meet their wellness needs — from cardio training to strength and conditioning, and everything in between.
Pools and exercise facilities
We have 13 branches across a seven county area, with multiple pools (indoor and outdoor!), basketball, racquetball and pickleball courts, training centers, saunas, and much more!
Free group exercise classes
Members get free access to hundreds of group exercise classes including Hot Yoga, numerous Les Mills classes like Body Pump and Body Balance, classes geared towards our Active Older Adults, water fitness classes, and more. Plus, our online classes you can take in the comfort of your home!
Free childcare for members
Members with household memberships can bring their kids to our free Kids Zone (formerly called Child Watch) where we supervise children while parents are at the Y. Kids will play, learn and make friends!
Community Impact
We're proud to serve our communities. In 2025, we launched new programs, invested in our facilities and equipment, and continued to demonstrate that the Y is a safe place for all to focus on their health — spiritually, mentally and physically.
Teens were provided with a safe space and a free membership
Literacy students increased language & interpersonal skills
Dollars in scholarships given for membership and programs
What’s happening at the Y?
YMCA of Northwest North Carolina Welcomes Alleghany Wellness Center as 14th Location
Effective October 1, the Alleghany Wellness Center is now the Alleghany Family YMCA, making it the 14th YMCA of Northwest North Carolina location and expanding the association’s presence to eight counties across Northwest North Carolina.
Wilkes Family YMCA Welcomes Nathaniel Morefield as Executive Director
The YMCA of Northwest North Carolina is pleased to announce Nathaniel Morefield as the new Executive Director of the Wilkes Family YMCA and Wilkes Express YMCA. Morefield brings a decade of nonprofit leadership experience and a passion for strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Robin Coffey Honored Through Triad Honor Flight
Robin, a longtime staff member at the Robinhood Road Family YMCA and U.S. Army Veteran, was one of two Robinhood YMCA participants on the third and final Triad Honor Flight of 2026. The flight departed from Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro carrying local Veterans, like Robin, to Washington, D.C., for a day of reflection, remembrance and recognition.
