The Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA received $150,000 from the Arlington Tomorrow Foundation to support renovations at a branch that will bolster programs for children and families, officials said.
YMCA leaders said the grant will help pay for converting spaces and aquatic upgrades at the Trinity Community Foundation YMCA Youth Program Center at 2200 S. Davis Drive.
“The Arlington Tomorrow Foundation has been an incredible partner in helping us create opportunities for all,” said Heidi Hardy, chief mission advancement officer for the
Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA. “Their investment allows us to expand programs that ensure every child has the chance to learn, grow and thrive, regardless of their financial circumstances.”
The Y plans to convert half of the branch’s lobby into two multipurpose community rooms for after-school tutoring, English as a second language classes, family enrichment programs and more. The project is expected to be completed by late May.
Y officials said the grant allows them to expand STEAM offerings — those in science, technology, engineering, arts and math — by adding arts, ceramics, robotics and drone technology.
Aquatics enhancements include adding a pool heating system and facility improvements. The upgrades will allow more children to access life-saving swim lessons and water safety programs, officials said.
“Community partnerships like this make a lasting difference,” Hardy said. “Together we are creating a world of opportunity for the children and families we serve.”
The Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA serves thousands of individuals each year through programs that promote healthy living, youth development and social responsibility.
Michelle Medrano, a 38-year-old mother of five — with a sixth child due in May — said the Arlington-Mansfield Area YMCA has benefited her family since moving back to Arlington from New York City in 2021.
Along with having a supportive staff, the Y gives her children a chance to be involved and participate, she said.
“We homeschool, so even in traditional schools, sometimes you don’t make the team when you try out,” she said. “I love that with the Y, you make the team. And you try a sport that maybe you wouldn’t get a chance to in other circles. It’s been a huge benefit.”
Lance Murray is a freelance contributor covering business for the Arlington Report. At the Arlington Report, news decisions are made independently of our board members and financial supporters. Read more about our editorial independence policy here.
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