VENICE, FL — YMCA of Southwest Florida is proud to join YMCAs across the country in celebratingthe 175th anniversary of the YMCA in the United States, marking more than a century and a half ofstrengthening communities and improving lives. This milestone commemorates the founding of the

At YMCA of Southwest Florida, our work is rooted in one powerful belief: when we create opportunities, we change lives. 

Dear YMCA Family,Each day, across our branches and communities, wesee the incredible power of the Y's mission in action,children learning, families growing stronger, seniorsfinding community and neighbors supporting oneanother.Read More

The sixth annual Bike Rodeo, held at the Sarasota City YMCA branch on Aug. 2, included a bike safety and obstacle course for kids, with free bikes, helmets and tune-ups, all provided on a donation basis.  Read More

The branch launched its traditional camp and aquatics summer camps with a pancake breakfast for families, which preceded a schedule of activities revised to suit the weather.    Read More