Membership Means More at The Gateway Family YMCA

When dealing with life’s daily demands, people need a place to go where they can feel supported and receive help in trying times. A place where adults can find life balance; children can reach their full potential; seniors can be active and find camaraderie; and families can connect and strengthen relationships. To help more people benefit from the Y, The Gateway Family YMCA is hosting a membership special November 25 – 29 providing No Joiner Fee for all members who join using the code CYBER at www.tgfymca.org/join-the-Y In addition, the Y has added membership opportunities including short-term memberships and virtual memberships providing flexibility for all to belong to the Y community.

By becoming involved with The Gateway Family YMCA, individuals and families have the opportunity to improve their health and well-being and connect with the community, all while participating in their favorite program or activities at the Y, or virtually from home. “The Gateway Family YMCA is a community that is dedicated to helping individuals achieve a balance of spirit, mind and body,” said Krystal R. Canady, CEO, The Gateway Family YMCA. “We encourage everyone to get involved by joining the Y where they can take advantage of the resources and support to be healthy and connected.”

As a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y seeks to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has an opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. The Gateway Family YMCA is a non-profit charitable organization serving Eastern Union County and Northern Middlesex County for over 120 years. Through the Y’s Annual Support Campaign, Financial Assistance is available to those who qualify.

“Y Members work together to support our local community through YMCA residential housing, programs to combat food insecurity, volunteerism opportunities, chronic disease self-management and YMCA financial assistance,” stated Melynda A. Mileski, EVP, Chief Operating Officer. “It’s a great feeling to belong, and everyone belongs at the Y.”

The Gateway Family YMCA offers a variety of programs to help achieve greater health and well-being, nurture youth and inspire individuals to give back to better their community. Winter 2022 program registration begins December 5th online at www.tgfymca.org including swimming lessons, youth sports, active older adult fitness, dance, gymnastics, youth sports, virtual WISE adult services and chronic disease self-management programs. Through the 7th Grade Initiative, youth are supported with leadership opportunities and wellness.

To learn more about The Gateway Family YMCA, visit www.tgfymca.org or contact the Elizabeth Branch 908-355-9622, Five Points Branch 908-688-9622, Rahway Branch 732-388-0057 or the Wellness Center Branch 908-349-9622 for more information.