Congratulations to two of our graduating senior swimmers, Maeve McCormick (Boise High School) and Olivia Comstock (Timberline High School). These swimmers were chosen as Rotary Century Scholars by the Boise Rotary Clubs for the 2014-15 school year.
Each of these swimmers being recognized ...
I have the privilege of working with some of the best people on earth. Whether it is amazing business leaders, inspiring teachers, young people who are wise and kind beyond their years, or co-workers who are so committed to making the world a better place, I am so fortunate to learn from the ...
Last week the 78th Annual YMCA Youth in Government Legislative session unfolded in Boise. We are extremely proud of this program, as we believe it is one of the oldest of its kind in the country. We also believe it is more important and relevant than ever. It provides a hands-on experience, ...
The Treasure Valley Family YCMA is pleased to announce that Darin Borgstadter has joined the team as the new Executive Director of the YMCA Camp at Horsethief Reservoir. Darin hails from San Diego, where he successfully managed 2 very popular YMCA Summer Camp programs. He's excited to be ...
Jim Everett, a 40-year YMCA veteran who has served as the CEO of the Treasure Valley Family YMCA (Y) for the past 28 years, has announced to the Y’s Board of Directors that he is ready to retire and transition out of this role.
Everett wants to leave at the peak of his career, and he stands ...
For many years, the Downtown Y has been the top location for our good friends at the Salvation Army and their Angel Tree. Y members tend to be an extraordinarily kind and generous lot. I ran into a member last night (I won't name names, as she would be embarrassed because she does things out ...
Vehicle burglary happens, even in Y parking lots. Here are some helpful vehicle burglary prevention tips, courtesy of our partners at the City of Boise and the Boise Police Department:
ALWAYS REMEMBER:
A locked vehicle is safer. Do not leave the widows or sunroof open, even if parking at ...
On July 31st, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center hosted the Treasure Valley Family YMCA‘s Robotics II Camp for an afternoon with one of the most advanced robots in the medical field, the daVinci Surgical Robot. Thanks to the help of Intuitive Surgery, the producers of the daVinci robot, ...
Two of our youngest Triathletes, brothers Noah and Lucas, are making national news! Their amazing story was featured on KTVB Channel 7 and the Today Show and featured on their website. The Today Show also shared it on their Facebook page, which has resulted in thousands of shares and ...
Not quite an infant, not quite toddler. That's Connor. But this young kid's getting so much more from the Y's child care program than motor skill development and playtime discovery. This is his family's Y. Their camera. Their story.
Watch Connor's video here»
With full hearts, we would like to thank each and every one of you who has supported the Y’s cause over the years. Today our County Commissioners, after hearing all the facts, made the decision to approve our 100% property tax exemption, just as they have done for 122 years. We'd like to thank ...
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One of the many blessings of my job is to watch people grow up and pass through all the stages of life. Last week I visited with a 6-year-old who has been with our Y since she was about 6 weeks old. Both her parents work hard and have done a great job with her. Their family ...
