Central Branch YMCA

10/13/2026

🎃🍬 We would like to shout a big THANK YOU to Rich’s Auto Center for supporting our Trunk or Treat community event this Saturday from 12-2. They donated over half of our 10,000+ pieces of candy and are helping us make this event possible. 🍭🎃

10/11/2026

“One of the most scenic 10ks I’ve ever ran”. Hal Higdon

We brought the River City Rat Race back to its old route and with the new stuff in our parks the 10k is even more scenic than in the past!

Racing next Sunday Oct. 18th at 2pm! 5k and 10pm options

Finisher medals, age group top 3 awards, Overall and Masters Awards

Register/More Info here - https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/RiverCityRatRace

10/11/2026

We’re hiring a Workforce Development Intern at the Parkview Family YMCA, 3Rivers FCU Family YMCA, Jorgensen Family YMCA, and Central Branch YMCA! This is a great opportunity to build your skills, gain hands-on experience, and make a positive impact in the community.

Apply today through the ADP application: https://ow.ly/Xy6V50ZWvPp, and share this opportunity with someone who would be a great fit! 💙

10/10/2026

Share joy with kids in our community!

10/08/2026

Come run with us next weekend! Register here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/RiverCityRatRace

October 18th, 2026 2pm - the 26th annual River City Rat Race 5k and 10k goes back to its original starting route from downtown along Columbia Ave then through Lakeside park before getting onto the Fort Wayne Trail System - finish at The Old Fort. Fort Wayne Run Club Points race also benefits the YMCA and the Old Fort.

check this race and all our runs/Marathon, Triathlons, & Hybrid/HyRox style races at www.Ruble.Racing and on Instagram at

10/08/2026

Fort Wayne Metals may have won the 2026 Corporate Challenge, but the Y won Pickleball this week and we are so proud of them!🏆

10/07/2026

🚨 Don't Wait to Feel Great!

The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program provides a full year of support, coaching, and healthy lifestyle guidance to help reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes. For just $100, you'll gain the tools, accountability, and encouragement to make lasting changes.

✅ One full year of support
✅ Trained Lifestyle Coaches
✅ Multiple locations & start dates
✅ Just $100

Learn more and get started today: www.fwymca.org/dpp

10/05/2026

Last week our AOA-ers were led in a cooking class hosted by one of our members, SiSi. She taught everyone how to make delicious Crab Rangoon and vegetarian egg rolls - and shared extra food with staff! It is so special to have a member share their talents with us!

10/02/2026

Congratulations 🎉