YMCA of Western North Carolina

06/25/2026

Now happening at Asheville YMCA and Reuter Family YMCA until 7 p.m. Donors receive gift cards and other giveaways!

06/25/2026

Today is the day! Join us at Reuter Family YMCA or Asheville YMCA for the 39th Annual Operation Blood Drive! WLOS ABC 13 American Red Cross iHeartRadio The Blood Connection

06/24/2026

Sebastian Bosco is 102, renovated two kitchens in his 90s, and still works out at his local YMCA five days a week. He's also the latest hero of The Healthy's The 100 Years Strong Project.

06/24/2026

Tomorrow is the big day! The WLOS ABC 13 39th Annual Operation Blood Drive, in partnership with American Red Cross, The Blood Connection, and iHeartRadio. We are proud to once again have our Reuter Family YMCA be a flagship site host this year, but we are also excited to have the opportunity include our Asheville YMCA as a donation site. This is an important community effort, and blood is always in need over the summer. Follow the link below to learn more and sign up to give.

Western North Carolina’s largest and longest-running blood drive is back. Operation Blood Drive returns for its 39th year on June 25, 2026.In partnership with N

06/23/2026

We are currently experiencing issues with our computer and phone systems. Thank you for your patience as we work to resolve it. All YMCA centers remain open with full services.

06/22/2026

Our friends at WLOS ABC 13 recently featured YMCA Camp Watia and the unforgettable experiences campers have each summer—from building confidence and independence to making lifelong friendships in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina.

If you've been thinking about overnight camp for your child, now is the time! There are still a few spots available for select summer sessions, but they won't last long.

See why Camp Watia is a place where kids can dare, discover, and dream, then reserve your camper's spot today!

📺 Watch the story: wlos.com/news/local/ymca-camp-watia-bryson-city-north-carolina-summer-overnight

🏕️ Learn more and register: ymcacampwatia.org/ Karen Wynne

Camp Watia in Bryson City is celebrating a big birthday this year. The YMCA camp is 10 years old.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and dad figures in our Y family!

Thank you for all you do to keep our families and our community healthy and strong!

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth! Juneteenth is a time to honor freedom, reflect on history, and celebrate the strength, resilience and contributions of Black communities.

As we commemorate Juneteenth, we invite our community to learn, reflect and take meaningful action—whether that’s supporting local Black-owned businesses, attending a community celebration, learning more about the history of Juneteenth, or spending time in connection with one another.

At the Y, we believe stronger communities are built when everyone feels they belong and has the opportunity to thrive.

Watch this video for ways to celebrate Juneteenth and continue building community—today and every day.

06/18/2026

Give blood and make a difference! We’re partnering with American Red Cross to host the 39th annual Operation Blood Drive on Thursday, June 25 at the Reuter Family YMCA from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. and the Asheville YMCA from 1-7 p.m.

When you donate blood, you’ll not only save three lives, you'll earn a $15 e-gift card and be entered into two prize drawings.

Schedule your appointment today: rcblood.org/4fS5c6S

06/17/2026

We had a successful ribbon cutting with the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce this morning to commemorate Asheville’s new Outdoor Functional Fitness Zone.

Thank you to the Asheville Chamber and all of the local leaders that joined us today.

Now it's your turn to check it out! You can find these spaces at the Asheville YMCA, Black Mountain YMCA, and Hendersonville Family YMCA. BeaverFit USA