Mat-Su YMCA

04/14/2026

The Wasilla Battle of the Badges was an incredible success! 🏀🚑🚔

While the energy on the court was high, the heart of the day was our commitment to supporting local families.

A huge congratulations to the Firefighters and EMS for their hard-earned victory. 🏆 We are deeply grateful to the Wasilla State Troopers, Police, EMS, and Fire Departments for their service, sportsmanship, and dedication to this cause.

To our Sponsors: You are the engine behind this mission, and we are truly thankful for your investment in our first responders and our community. 🙌

Raising Cane's
Valley Chiropractic Clinic Inc
Mat-Su Health Foundation
Signature Real Estate Alaska
MAC Federal Credit Union
Diversified Tire
Stohler & Lonergan

03/24/2026

Battle of the Badges: Wasilla Edition! 🏀🚓🚒

Watch Wasilla’s local Police and Fire Department go head-to-head on the hardwood! This isn't just about bragging rights—it’s about building our community.

Every ticket and donation directly supports:
✅ Wasilla’s Before & Afterschool Childcare programs.
✅ Our mission to build a full YMCA in the Valley!

Come cheer on your favorite first responders and help us invest in the future of our families.

📍Wasilla High School
🗓️ Saturday April 11th, 2026
⏱️ Starts at 1pm
💲 $10 entry fee - 12 & under FREE admission

02/25/2026

For our families at Dena'ina Elementary School and Tanaina Elementary School who are concerned about the bus driver strike expected to begin Monday…

YMCA has a before and after school program at both locations! We open at 7:00am and close at 6:30pm and currently both sites do have openings!

If you would like to secure a spot so you don’t have to worry about the bus strike just follow this link, open the registration packet and fill that out. Once filled out just send it to our Mat-Su Childcare Director at [email protected]

If you have any questions please reach out at 907-373-9622

We accept state assistance and offer sibling and military discounts

When community leaders, parents, educators, and citizens noticed challenges faced by Mat-Su Valley residents. This group realized the lack of resources for

01/24/2026

That’s a wrap!!! Thank you to all the families who were able to join us tonight!

Thank you to the Settler’s Bay Great Alaskan Pizza Company for your amazing service and your support!

Thank you to Courtney and Thrive Mat Su for providing fun games!!!

And thank you to all the ymca staff, volunteers and the amazing staff at Dena'ina Elementary School for your help and continued support of our program!

01/24/2026

Dena'ina Elementary School families! Tonight is the night!!! 5:00-7:00 in the Dena’ina gym - bounce house obstacle course, STEM projects, arts and crafts, door prizes, games provided by Thrive Mat Su and free pizza from the Great Alaska Pizza Settler’s Bay!

01/14/2026

Calling all Dena'ina Elementary School families!!!

The Dena’ina YMCA before and after school staff are hosting a family fun night - all Dena’ina families are welcome!

This event is free of charge, bring your family and have lots of fun!!!

12/11/2025

Mat-Su residents can also call our local office at 907-373-9622 or email [email protected] for more information about our childcare programs in the Mat-Su!

12/07/2025

An FYI for our families here in the Mat-Su!

As a reminder, our before and after school program is closed if the school district closed due to weather conditions.

We hope everyone stays safe and warm!

MSBSD School Closure Update for Monday, December 8

MSBSD Regions 1–5 and Region 7 will be closed on Monday, December 8, 2025 due to high wind, the forecast, and electrical outages. All activities in these regions are canceled.

Region 6 — Su-Valley, Talkeetna, Trapper Creek, and Willow — will operate on a normal schedule with transportation. Any changes to Region 6 transportation or school operations will be communicated in the morning.

For the most current information and a list of schools by region, visit:
https://www.matsuk12.us/delaysandclosures

11/12/2025

🎫 Get Your Raffle Tickets NOW! 🎫
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(Available until December 12)

🎁 Prizes include:
ATV
Chainsaw
Generator
an more!

All proceeds go directly to support Childcare Programming at the YMCA of Alaska — helping local families thrive.

Get your tickets online now, and support a great cause while entering to win!

11/09/2025

Come see us today at the Holiday Marketplace at the Menard sports center! There are so many amazing vendors and we have raffle tickets for sale with some amazing prizes!