Thank you to everyone that came out for our annual Youth Scholarship Golf Tournament and Golf Ball Drop.

Click here to see photos from our 2017 event!

The 10th annual Storming of Thunder Ridge will take place on Sunday May 19, 2019, benefitting the YMCA of Central Virginia’s Annual Fund. The fundraiser supports its continued mission of providing services to people of all ages, faiths, backgrounds and income levels ­­– while also serving as a community-wide event celebrating the region’s cycling enthusiasts.

There is a course for EVERYONE – from a short course of 27 miles, a 45 miler through beautiful Sedalia, and a challenging 49, 75 or 100 miler that spends 22 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway climbing the longest climb on the BRP – Thunder Ridge. Rest stops are provided every 15 to 20 miles! For more information, please visit our website – www.stormingofthunderridge.org

Each year, the YMCA of Central Virginia provides 25,508 meals for children we serve in Lynchburg and the surrounding areas, and delivers at least 332 backpacks with school supplies to local school children. Between our two branches, over 312 children receive free swimming lessons after school. Last summer, the Summer Learning Loss Prevention Program helped 151 local children improve their reading skills thorugh our FREE Summer Learning Loss Prevention Program.

All of these things are funded by private donations, not membership fees. Please give to our Annual Campaign today.

Make a donation to the YMCA of Central Virginia in honor of a loved one or friend. Your gift may be made in memory of someone special or in honor of a holiday, anniversary, celebration, or birthday, etc. A special note of recognition will be sent to the honoree on your behalf.

The Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest and the Jamerson Family YMCA join forces each year to present the annual Face the Forest Obstacle Course Run.

This popular family-friendly event has become a local tradition, welcoming runners and athletes at varying skill levels from around the region.

The YMCA of Central Virginia and Poplar Forest share a common goal of serving as valuable community resources. Entry fees support Children’s Education Programs at Poplar Forest and the Y’s Annual Support Campaign.

Summer is the time for kids to get up, get out and grow. But for some kids, exposure to activities that stimulate the body and mind ends with the school year. In fact, research shows that kids are prone to gain weight and fall behind in studies. On April 21st, the Y will celebrate Healthy Kids Day®, our national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook for updates on Healthy Kids Day 2018!

Halloween at the Y is an annual, much-loved celebration and day of fun for the whole family! Kids and adults of all ages are invited to welcome fall with a petting zoo, bounce houses, face painting, selfie booth, haunted hallways, live music, DJ, experiments, healthy snacks and more while contributing to the good work the Y is doing in our area. All proceeds from admission fees support our financial assistance and scholarship programs that assist families, seniors and youth in our community. Details for the 2017 Halloween Party will be posted on our event calendar soon. Be sure to sign up for emails and text alerts to stay up to date on all Y happenings.

Through youth sports at the Y kids gain confidence, learn about team work, and develop leadership skills. As a youth sports sponosr you and your organization or business will be recognized as a friend of the Y, and a stronger communities supporter.

Is your child currently a youth sport participant? It is possible that some of the kids on your child's team are recipients of our scholarship fund. Each season our sports teams are given a challenge to raise funds for the upcoming year.

Email Joshua Yoda at joshuayoda@ymcacva.org for more information.