YMCA of the Inland Northwest

South Y Coffee & Conversations is always such a treat! 😋🍪☕💙
With delicious goodies and warm drinks, it’s easy to see what brings everyone together. But most of all, it’s about the wonderful community and connections we build at the YMCA!

Come hang out at our next South YMCA Coffee & Conversations on Aug 21—stop in anytime between 6am and 6pm. We can’t wait to see you!

🏈 Looking Ahead to Fall Flag Football

We know the past few weeks have been challenging for our community, and we’re looking forward to brighter days ahead—and a fall filled with opportunities for kids to play, connect, and have fun. 💛

✅ Coed League (Grades 3–6)
✅ 7 on 7 (Grades 1–2)
✅ NFL Girls Flag Football (Grades 3–6)

Games start Sep 12. Scholarships available. 💛

👉 Register before it's too late! https://bit.ly/4pA786A

We are aware of inaccurate information circulating regarding an incident at our North Spokane YMCA today, Aug 14. We want to clarify that no drowning occurred.

An individual experienced a medical emergency on the pool deck and was transported to a local hospital for care. We are grateful to our staff and first responders for their quick response.

Out of respect for the individual’s privacy, we will not be sharing any additional details.

❤️ Thank You for Your Generosity

We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of donations to support those impacted by the wildfires. Your generosity has helped us provide much-needed items to our neighbors during a difficult time.

At this time, our YMCA locations are no longer accepting donations. We will continue distributing the supplies we have already received while they last.

Currently available at the North, Central & Valley YMCAs:
• N95 masks
• Towels & toiletries
• Non-perishable food
• Children's & adult clothing

Thank you to everyone who has donated and helped care for our community. ❤️

Air Quality Notice 💨

We continuously monitor air quality at our YMCA locations and outdoor programs to help keep our members, program participants, and staff safe.

Because air quality can change throughout the day, classes or programs may be canceled and aquatics areas or facilities may temporarily close.

📱 Before heading to the Y, check our online schedules and social media pages.

➡️ Y Members please enable YMCA 360 push notifications for the latest updates.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we respond to these unprecedented and constantly changing conditions. ❤️

❤️ North YMCA Group Exercise & Gymnasium Programming Resume Monday

We're so grateful for the outpouring of support from our members as the North Y paused Group Exercise classes and gymnasium programming to prepare to host American Red Cross wildfire volunteers. Your patience, encouragement, and understanding were a beautiful reminder of what it means to be part of this caring community.

As the American Red Cross's response efforts have evolved, volunteer housing has transitioned to another site — which means we're excited to welcome Group Exercise classes back to the studios and regular programming back to the gymnasium starting Monday, August 10.

We can't wait to see you back in class!

Check the YMCA360 app for the latest schedules.❤️

❤️ UPDATE:
The North YMCA has received another generous donation of towels and N95 masks from Amazon.com Disaster Relief. Available while supplies last. (We no longer have any Air Purifiers)

All of our Y locations have a variety of other donated items if you need water, non-perishable food, hygiene items, etc.

Thank you, Amazon Disaster Relief, and so many others in our community who have donated items to help those in need during this difficult time. ❤️

Due to the unhealthy Air Quality Index forecast for tomorrow, Aug 8, we have made the decision to reschedule the Valley Y's Ninja Adventure Course Event to Saturday, August 29.

We are looking forward to this fun event and hope you will be able to join us on the new date. All participant registration times will remain the same as originally scheduled.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you on Saturday, August 29!

❤️ A Resource for Those Impacted by the Wildfires

If you or someone you know has been affected by the local wildfires, this free webinar may provide helpful support.

➡️ Extreme Weather Survivors is hosting a virtual webinar today, August 5, at 6pm.

Their nonprofit network connects people affected by climate-related disasters with peer support, trauma-informed resources, and advocacy.

Learn more: https://www.extremeweathersurvivors.org/

Please share with anyone who may benefit.

❤️ Thank You, World Central Kitchen!

A heartfelt thank you to World Central Kitchen for providing to-go meals this week at the Central YMCA for individuals and families displaced by the wildfires.

We are incredibly grateful for their generosity in helping care for our community during this difficult time. Thank you to everyone working together to support our neighbors in need. ❤️