Greater Joliet Area YMCA

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Nicor Gas Foundation Pledges $5,000 in Support of YMCA Mission Strong Fund

Every day the Greater Joliet Area YMCA affirms its commitment to making a positive impact in the community. Y programs open opportunities to all generations, ensuring that every individual feels a sense of belonging. And as a non-profit, community-based organization, the YMCA relies on the generosity of its members and the support of charitable giving to offer these services and programs for children, adults and families living in our community.

That is why the YMCA would like to thank the Nicor Gas Foundation, which recently provided a $5,000 donation in support of the YMCA Mission Strong Fund.

“Fulfilling the Y mission is not possible without the kindness of organizations like Nicor,” said Greater Joliet Area YMCA President and CEO Katy Leclair. “We are so proud to have Nicor as a strong advocate for YMCA initiatives, and we are inspired by their dedication to our community. This gift will make a significant impact on the lives of the children and families we serve, helping to ensure that nobody is turned away from the Y due to the inability to pay,” added Leclair.

To learn more about the YMCA’s Mission Strong Fund, please click here. To show your support by making a donation, please click here.

Pictured in top photo (left to right):  Greater Joliet Area YMCA President and CEO Katy Leclair, Nicor Gas Community Affairs Manager Cheryl Denton, Nicor Gas Community Relations Manager Ashley Bennett, Greater Joliet Area YMCA Mission Advancement Director Donnie Chestnutt, and Greater Joliet Area YMCA Chief Business Development Officer Missy Durkin. 

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Joliet Community YMCA Teen REACH Program Receives Generous $5,000 Donation from Jackson Generation

At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. As a result of the YMCA’s Teen REACH Program, which offers after school care and summer day camp activities for middle school students in Joliet District 86, youth in our community take a greater interest in learning, develop an understanding of positive behaviors, explore their unique talents and interests, and make smarter life choices to help them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.

But we can’t do it alone. As a non-profit, community-based organization, the YMCA relies on the generosity of its members and the support of charitable giving to provide services and financial assistance for children and families living in our community.

That is why the YMCA would like to thank Jackson Generation, which recently provided a $5,000 donation to support of Teen REACH.

“Jackson Generation shares the Y’s commitment to service and we know the support of local businesses is what allows Y programs to thrive,” Joliet Community YMCA Executive Director Brooke Hall said. “We are incredibly grateful for this gift and the role it will play in helping the Teen REACH program continue to have a positive impact on youth in our community”

To learn more about the YMCA’s Mission Strong Fund, please click here. To show your support by making a donation, please click here.

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Greater Joliet Area YMCA Receives Generous $10,000 Gift from CITGO Lemont Refinery

No matter who you are, or what neighborhood you grew up in, the Y is a place for anyone who needs us. From summer camp to college prep, family events to team building sports programs, we give everyone the opportunities they need to feel like they belong. And as a non-profit, community-based organization, the Y relies on the generosity of its members and the support of charitable giving to provide services and financial assistance for children, adults and families in Will County and Grundy County. 

That is why the Greater Joliet Area YMCA would like to thank the CITGO Lemont Refinery, which recently provided a $10,000 donation in support of the YMCA Mission Strong Fund, helping ensure that nobody is turned away from the Y due to the inability to pay.

To learn more about the YMCA’s Mission Strong Fund, please click here. To show your support by making a donation, please click here. 

Pictured in top photo (left to right):  CITGO Lemont Refinery Community Relations Advisor Mike Jostes, Joliet Community YMCA Junior High Care Director Alana Bailey, Joliet Community YMCA Before & After Care Director Tori Dutkiewicz, and CITGO Lemont Refinery Fixed Equipment Inspector Bob Phelan.

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100 Years, 100 Minutes: YMCA Announces Centennial Health and Wellness Challenge

As the Greater Joliet Area YMCA continues our Centennial Celebration in 2026, we want to give members a chance to help mark this incredible milestone with a special health and wellness challenge.

Here’s how the challenge works:

-Participants will register online and then receive a tracking sheet to log their weekly workouts.

-Participants will need to complete 100 minutes of exercise per week for 5 weeks between August 31-October 4.

-Whether you try a group fitness class, complete a personal training session, swim laps in the pool, or take a jog on the treadmill, your workout counts!

-Participants will return their completed sheets by the end of the day on Sunday, October 4.

-One winner from each branch will be drawn to earn a special prize of 3 free months of membership.

The deadline to register is Friday, September 4.

Cost: $25 Open to Facility Members ONLY

Dive in and be part of our centennial celebration!

REGISTER TODAY

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Take Advantage of the YMCA’s 2026 Fall Swim Lesson Sale

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is excited to announce a Fall Swim Lesson Sale!

Save $7 when you register for Fall 1 swim lessons from August 7-17.

Offer valid at any Greater Joliet Area YMCA location. Open to Facility Members and Community Members. Some restrictions may apply.

Use promo code: SWIMFA1 when registering online. You can also call your local branch to reserve your time slot:

C.W. Avery Family YMCA
15120 Wallin Drive
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 267-8600

Morris Hospital YMCA
2200 West Dupont Avenue
Morris, IL 60450
(815) 513-8080

Village of Shorewood YMCA
1801 West Jefferson Street
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 744-3939

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Working Together to Make Your Y Better: Summer Spruce Up 2026

Each summer, we take time to thoroughly clean and enhance our facilities so that our members can have an enjoyable experience throughout the year. As always, you are welcome to use any of our three YMCA facilities during Summer Spruce Up. Please be sure to call ahead to verify hours and to ensure the amenities you would like to use will be open during your visit. Additionally, when visiting any of our YMCA branches during Summer Spruce Up, please remember to bring your Membership Tag. Please be sure to check out our Spruce Up Group Exercise Schedules by clicking here or by using the YMCA On the Go App.

We very much appreciate your continued patience as we work to spruce up your Y! Full details on Summer Spruce Up activities can be found below:

2026 SUMMER SPRUCE UP SCHEDULE
August 9-23

C.W. Avery Family YMCA

The C.W. Avery Family YMCA will be closed on Sunday, August 23 while the floors in the lobby are cleaned and waxed. We apologize for the inconvenience.

FAMILY POOL
Closed beginning on Sunday, August 9
Reopening on Monday, August 24

The Family Pool will be drained and receive a deep cleaning. Additional repairs will also be completed.

KIDS CORNER AND THE ACTIVITY CENTER
Closed beginning on Thursday, August 13
Reopening on Saturday, August 15

Both rooms will be treated to a deep cleaning, and all toys will be sanitized.

PRESCHOOL ROOM
Closed beginning on Thursday, August 13
Reopening on Monday, August 17

The Preschool Room will be treated to a deep cleaning, and all toys will be sanitized.

GYMNASIUM AND INDOOR TRACK
Closed beginning on Tuesday, August 18
Reopening on Monday, August 24

Half of the Gym will also be closed from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on August 13 and 14. The Gym will be treated to a deep cleaning, and the floors will be refinished.

LOCKER ROOMS, PRIVATE CHANGING ROOMS, SAUNA, AND STEAM ROOM

These spaces will be closed intermittently during Spruce Up to allow ample time for deep cleaning, painting, and repairs. Closings will be posted in the building and on our Facebook page.

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
In addition to the improvements listed above, all areas of the building will be treated to a deep cleaning.

Morris Hospital YMCA

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S LOCKER ROOMS
Closed beginning on Monday, August 17
Reopening on Wednesday, August 19

The Locker Rooms will receive a deep cleaning. During these closures, the Private Changing Rooms will be open for member use.

PRIVATE CHANGING ROOMS
Closed beginning on Wednesday, August 19
Reopening on Thursday, August 20

The Private Changing Rooms will receive a deep cleaning. During this closure, the Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms will be open for member use.

GYMNASIUM AND INDOOR TRACK
Closed from 5 a.m.-4 p.m. on Thursday, August 20

The Gym will be treated to a deep cleaning.

WELLNESS CENTER
Closed from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. on Friday, August 21
Reopening on Saturday, August 22

The Wellness Center will be treated to a deep cleaning.

FITNESS STUDIO
Closed from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. on Friday, August 21
Reopening on Saturday, August 22

The Fitness Studio will be treated to a deep cleaning.

KIDS CORNER AND THE ACTIVITY CENTER
Closed beginning on Saturday, August 22
Reopening on Monday, August 24

Both rooms will be treated to a deep cleaning, and all toys will be sanitized.

LAP POOL
Closed beginning on Sunday, August 23
Reopening on Monday, August 24

The Pool will receive a deep cleaning.

COMMUNITY ROOMS AND THE SAUNA
These spaces will be closed intermittently during Spruce Up to allow ample time for deep cleaning and repairs. Closings will be posted in the building and on our Facebook page.

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS
In addition to the improvements listed above, all areas of the building will be treated to a deep cleaning.

Village of Shorewood YMCA

LAP POOL
Closed beginning at noon on Saturday, August 8
Reopening on Monday, August 10

The Pool will be closed for repairs.

FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
All areas of the building will be treated to a deep cleaning. Certain areas of the facility may be closed intermittently during this time to allow ample time for cleaning and repairs. Closings will be posted in the building and on our Facebook page. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience.

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