YMCA Alliance of Northern New England

04/15/2026

Calling all YMCA changemakers! 📣 This spring, the Y is launching a nationwide Advocate Recruitment Campaign to strengthen our collective voice. As an Advocate, staying informed and speaking up on issues that impact our Ys, families, and communities truly matters.

One small action can create big impact: invite others who care about the Y to join the YMCA Advocacy Network. When more voices come together, policymakers hear a stronger, more diverse message about the essential role the Y plays in community well‑being.

Help us grow our advocacy network by sharing this with Y staff, volunteers, members, and the parents/caregivers connected to our programs.

https://ymca.quorum.us/action_center/

04/02/2026

🎉 What a day in Augusta! 🎉

On Monday, YMCAs from across Maine came together for State Advocacy Day—while also celebrating 175 years of the Y in America! With both House and Senate Sentiments recognizing the Y’s impact, it was a meaningful moment to reflect on our history and momentum as a movement. More than 20 dedicated Y staff and volunteers showed up to proudly represent our mission.

Grateful for the passion, advocacy, and community that make the Y such a powerful force across Maine.

A big shout out to our lobbyist, Clara McConnell from Maine Street Solutions, for making this day so special!

12/06/2025

Thank you for joining us!

12/05/2025

The 13th annual Northern New England YMCA Leadership Conference, presented by InBody USA, was one for the books!

Thank you to all of our YMCA leaders who joined us from Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont for a jam-packed day of networking, learning, and connection.

Check out our photo album for some of our favorite moments, captured by Dave Dostie Photography 📸

12/05/2025

11/21/2025

Ready to dive into inspiration! Our very own Cindy is representing at the Northern New England Leadership Conference 2025, making waves in leadership, community, and aquatic empowerment!

Stay tuned, because when Cindy's involved, we're not just riding the current, we're creating it.

Go, Cindy, go!

11/13/2025

A huge thank you to our Silver Sponsors for the 2025 Northern New England YMCA Leadership Conference: Daxko and RCX Sports! 🥈

Daxko delivers integrated technology, payment, and experience solutions that help YMCAs operate efficiently, engage members, and achieve their mission. From operations and fundraising to community impact, Daxko empowers Ys to do their best work every day.

RCX Sports is the official youth sports experiences partner of the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, and more, creating inclusive, accessible opportunities that inspire kids to play and stay active for life. From NFL FLAG to MLB Pitch, Hit & Run, RCX helps communities bring world-class sports experiences to young athletes everywhere.

We’re grateful for their partnership and ongoing commitment to strengthening Ys in Northern New England!

11/10/2025

Less than two weeks away from the Northern New England YMCA Leadership Conference, and we're thrilled to recognize our Gold Sponsors: Amilia and ! 🥇

Amilia makes selling activities and memberships easier for businesses, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations through its powerful eCommerce platform designed to simplify registration and community engagement.

Givebutter is the free, all-in-one nonprofit fundraising platform built to help changemakers raise more, pay less, and give better. From donations to events and campaigns, Givebutter makes generosity simple - and this Giving Tuesday, they’re matching 1% of all donations stored in your Givebutter Wallet!

Learn more at ➡ https://www.amilia.com/ and https://givebutter.com/

11/06/2025

Kick off the Northern New England Leadership Conference in style at our Headshot Happy Hour presented by ! 📸🍻

Refresh your professional headshot with Dave Dostie Photography, connect with your YMCA peers, and toast to the start of our 13th annual conference.

Our sponsor, NinjaZone, blends obstacle course training, gymnastics, parkour, and character development for children 1+, fostering the mind-body connection and empowering kids to learn at their own pace. Be sure to say hello to Erica Peregrine Barnes and ask how your Y can get involved!

📆 Thursday, November 20
⌚5:30-7:00 PM
📍Holiday Inn by the Bay | Portland, ME

We hope to see you there!

11/05/2025

Please join us in welcoming the new Chief Operating Officer of the Alliance, Katie Parker.

Katie has 20 years of progressive leadership experience in the YMCA movement, she brings a deep commitment to advancing the Y’s mission through organizational growth, program innovation, and community impact. Most recently, Katie served as Executive Director of Member Experience at the YMCA of Greater Nashua, where she led membership, health and wellbeing, aquatics, camping services, and youth development operations across three branches. Under her leadership, the Y achieved full post-pandemic membership recovery, launched new initiatives to strengthen community well-being, and was reclassified as a Mid-Major YMCA.

“I’m thrilled to welcome Katie to the Alliance team. Her deep roots in New England and extensive Y experience make her the perfect partner to strengthen collaboration across our three states,” said Dr. Rebecca Stanfield McCown, Alliance CEO. “Katie brings an incredible blend of operational expertise, strategic insight, and heart for the mission that will help elevate our impact across Northern New England.”

Parker will assume her new role on December 1, 2025.

10/31/2025

We’re proud to recognize InBody USA as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2025 Northern New England YMCA Leadership Conference!

Since 1996, InBody has grown from a biotech startup to a global leader serving 100+ countries across the medical, fitness, research, and wellness industries. Their innovative ecosystem includes professional body composition analyzers, fall risk assessment devices, smart consultation kiosks, consumer products, cloud platforms, and educational tools, all designed to help people live healthier lives.

Learn more about how InBody is transforming the way YMCAs measure and improve health ➡️ https://inbodyusa.com/

10/20/2025

⏰ Last call! Registration for the Northern New England Leadership Conference, presented by InBody USA, closes at midnight.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join YMCA leaders from across Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont on Friday, November 21 in Portland, ME for a full day of learning, networking, and inspiration.

💸 General registration is $96 per person - but only until midnight tonight!

Register now 🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/2A8kN4Sq8f