Donny Bautz of Haverhill Named New Waltham YMCA Executive Director

The YMCA of Greater Boston is pleased to announce that Donny Bautz of Haverhill has recently been promoted to Executive Director of the Waltham YMCA.

Bautz previously served as Operations Director for the Waltham YMCA, where he developed relationships with the branch’s staff and community members. As Executive Director, Bautz will champion the Waltham YMCA’s core values: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Over the past 14 years, Bautz has served in a variety of positions within multiple branches of the YMCA of Greater Boston. Prior to accepting the Executive Director role, Bautz served as the organization’s Vice President of Membership and Program Development, where he led directors in membership growth and created program standards in key departments. Bautz has also served as Senior Program Director and Associate Executive Director at multiple branches within the YMCA of Greater Boston.

Bautz holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Springfield College and served as a medical technician in the United States Air Force. Outside the YMCA, Bautz is a Volunteer Coach for the Haverhill Youth Soccer Club. He lives in Haverhill with his wife and two daughters.

“It’s a pleasure to welcome Donny back to the Waltham YMCA as Executive Director,” said James Morton, CEO and President of the YMCA of Greater Boston. “Donny’s dedication and commitment to the YMCA has been evident in each of the many positions he has held in our organization. I’m confident this leadership role will benefit the entire Waltham YMCA community.”

About the YMCA of Greater Boston:

The YMCA of Greater Boston is the state’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening communities. Every day the Y works with thousands of men, women and children to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. The Y is committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, each day giving back and providing support to thousands. The Y is committed to helping people live longer, healthier lives. With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and foster connections for a fuller life through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. For more than 165 years, the Y has been developing skills and emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse populations, preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through collaborations and policymakers. The Boston YMCA is the first in the United States.