Mission Impact
Backpack Program Food Distribution
Food Distribution
To date, we have distributed more than 92,000 meals to community members in need. We will continue to distribute food at multiple sites throughout the state. Distribution will be from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. or until supplies are depleted on the dates listed below.

  • Wednesday, May 13 – Brandywine YMCA
  • Wednesday, May 13 – Western YMCA
  • Thursday, May 14 – Central YMCA
  • Thursday, May 14 – Bear YMCA
  • Thursday, May 14 – Dover YMCA
  • Tuesday, May 19 – Sussex YMCA
  • Thursday, May 21 – Middletown YMCA
Backpack Program

Most of our YMCA of Delaware locations are distributing weekend meals for children in need through the  Food Bank of Delaware Backpack Program.

WHEN: Fridays from 8 – 10 a.m. or until supplies are depleted
Healthy Living
Reduce Your Risk

Did you know that 1 in 3 American adults have prediabetes and 90% don't know they have it? The CDC has determined that people living with  diabetes  are at a higher  risk  of severe illness from  Covid-19 complications.

Click the link below to learn more about lowering your risk and how to enroll in the  YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program - now offered online!
Guy’s Kickin' Quesadilla

Guys Kickin' Quesadillas are packed with enough veggies to make them a standalone meal. Wrap them in foil and you've got dinner on the go.
For more great recipes like this one, visit the Virtual Y !
Staying Connected
Fun Family Activities
Weekdays at 11 am live on Facebook
Monday & Wednesday: Art
Get your creative juices flowing and join Courtney and Elizabeth for fun with art. Each week will feature a different project, ranging from drawing to painting and more.
 
Tuesday: Cooking & Food Activities
Get cooking with Shandy! Join him each week for awesome cooking and food demonstrations.
Thursday: Science Experiments
Join Riley, the Science Guy, for some kid friendly science experiments. Don't miss the fun!  
 
Friday: Craft & Story
Tune in for a creative craft and story time with Jen.
Cooking with Shandy
Cooking With Shandy

This week on Facebook Live, Mr. Shandy made Walking Tacos in celebration of Cinco DiMayo. Check it out here!
Kids Corner
Kids Zone on Virtual Y

From science experiments to arts & crafts, yoga to soccer, our virtual Kids Zone has something every kid is sure to love. Be sure to check back each week for new videos!
KidsZone