YMCA of Greater Brandywine Press
February 7, 2025
Community Invited to Visit YMCA of Greater Brandywine Branches for Free from Feb 10 - 15
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is inviting all members of the community to visit one of eight YGBW branches for free from February 10 – 15 as part of the organization’s Gift of Heart Health Week.
March 16, 2023
Introducing YMCA Pickleball Center at Downingtown
Pickleball is the sensation that has taken YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) members by storm. With high interest in court time, we are excited to announce the opening of a dedicated indoor pickleball facility in the summer of 2023.
July 14, 2023
YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) Announces Appointment of New President and CEO
The board of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is pleased to announce the appointment of Bertram L. Lawson II as President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine. Lawson will take office on Monday, July 10.
August 29, 2023
Bertram L. Lawson II Joins the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) as President & CEO
Bertram L. Lawson II joined the YMCA of Greater Brandywine this summer as President & CEO.
May 24, 2022
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Partners with Great Valley School District to Provide Before and After School Enrichment for Families
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is excited to share that they have been selected as the Before and After School Enrichment provider for the Great Valley School District beginning with the 2022 – 2023 school year.
November 15, 2023
YMCA Welcomes Heather W. Wilson as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is pleased to announce the appointment of Heather W. Wilson as Chief Strategy and Growth Officer. Wilson brings with her 12 years of leadership experience within the YMCA movement and a passion for public health and health equity.
March 22, 2017
YMCA to Debut New 50 Meter Outdoor Swimming Pool
After an exciting fundraising campaign, the Upper Main Line YMCA is set to unveil its 50 Meter outdoor pool at an afternoon ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 12. The full opening will take place May 13, weather permitting.
June 11, 2024
YMCA Mid-East Regional Pickleball Tournament Comes to UMLY
The YMCA Mid-East Regional Pickleball Tournament is the first Y-USA sponsored pickleball tournament - and is taking place at our very own Upper Main Line branch in Berwyn! This tournament is a precursor to the inaugural YMCA National Pickleball Tournament, which will be held in 2025.
April 10, 2024
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Appoints Interim Board Chair, Welcomes Nine New Board Members
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Scott Heinerichs as Interim Board Chair. Heinerichs is the Dean of the College of Health Sciences at West Chester University (WCU) and plays a pivotal leadership role for YGBW.
January 16, 2025
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Debuts Fit Truk to Improve Community Health
YMCA of Greater Brandywine Fit Truk unveiling event at WCU.