Palo Alto Family YMCA

09/29/2026

⚽ The YMCA of Silicon Valley is excited to launch the MLS GO Soccer League in partnership with MLS GO, RCX Sports and the San Jose Earthquakes!

More than 400 third- and fourth-graders will enjoy a six-week, no-cost league through YMCA of Silicon Valley's after school programs—building soccer skills, confidence, teamwork and belonging.

The partnership kicked off on Sunday, September 27 with a soccer clinic at Buchser Middle School, where 100+ children joined Earthquakes-trained coaches and received a soccer ball and shirt.

A great example of how community partnerships can expand access to youth sports and help kids thrive! 💙⚽ View the news story https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o37N2eT82UI

09/25/2026

Thank you Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg for helping us build a stronger community.

Investing in our youth!
We’re thrilled to announce a $250,000 grant from Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg to help transform underutilized space at the Palo Alto Family YMCA into a welcoming environment designed specifically for middle school youth.

This new space will give young people a place to connect, build friendships, learn, be active, and belong—in addition, the investment will also support important energy-efficiency improvements to help create a more sustainable Y for generations to come. 💙

Photographed above, Kathleen Worrell, Associate Executive Director of Palo Alto Family YMCA and Danny Koba, Vice President of Youth Development gave a guided tour of the intended space to Molly Moesel, Senior Program Officer and Jessica Schwartz, Senior Program Operations Manager of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. The project will be completed in 2027.

We’re proud to partner with Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg in advancing a shared vision of building thriving communities.

Together, we’re creating safe spaces where every young person has a place to belong. 💪

09/22/2026

Falls Prevention Awareness Week is a national campaign focused on raising awareness about fall prevention, healthy aging and injury prevention.

At the Y, staying active is one way to support strength, balance and mobility at every age. 💙 Join us for Senior Fitness, Stretch & Mobility and other group exercise classes designed to help you stay active, healthy and confident.

Move well. Stay strong. Live well.

09/20/2026

🍯🍎 Celebrating Yom Kippur!

To all those observing in our community and team, wishing you an easy and meaningful fast. May this Yom Kippur bring reflection, peace, and renewal.

09/18/2026

🎵✨ Love live theater? ✨🎵

Join us for a fun night out!
We’re teaming up with The Pear Theater to offer exclusive discounted tickets just for Y members. Don’t miss out on the drama, laughter, and great company!

Shows start at 8pm. Warm up for the show with a pre-show talk and tasty snacks at 7pm! Registrants will be contacted regarding the pre-show and refreshments.

Upcoming Shows
🗓️ Private Lives | Sep 26
🗓️ Underdog the Other Other Bronte | Nov 7
🗓️ Guys & Dolls | Feb20
🗓️ Water by the Spoonful | Apr 17
🗓️ The Book of Will | Jun 12
📍 YMCA of Silicon Valley

To purchase tickets, visit the Pear Theatre website
CODE: YFRIEND15
https://www.thepear.org

09/15/2026

🌻 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

This month, we honor and celebrate our Hispanic and Latino community! We recognize the rich diversity and talent these communities bring — not only to our workplace, but also in the communities we serve.

09/13/2026

✨ Happy National Grandparents Day!

Today, on National Grandparents Day, we pause to celebrate the grandparents and elder mentors who shape our lives and help instill our core values.

To all the grandparents, grandfriends, and elders in our community. Thank you for your endless guidance, love, and inspiration.

09/12/2026

✡️ 🍯 🍎 Happy Rosh Hashanah

As the Jewish New Year begins, we want to extend our warmest wishes to everyone observing Rosh Hashanah. Wishing you a sweet, healthy and prosperous New Year!

09/11/2026

🇺🇲 National Day of Service and Remembrance

Today, we pause to remember the victims and heroes of September 11, 2001. We honor their memory by reaffirming our commitment to community, kindness, and service to others.

At the Y, we know that when we come together, we create stronger communities. Today, we remember that strength and the importance of standing together.

09/10/2026

✨ Connection and Community! 🏠

Join us for Welcoming Week when we create space for neighbors to connect and feel a sense of belonging.There’s no place like the Y for welcoming neighbors.

Palo Alto Family YMCA's Welcome Week Events:
World Map Activities
🗓️ September 10-19, 2026

Cultural Potluck
🗓️ September 17, 2026
🕑 11:30am - 1pm

International Dance Party
🗓️ September 18, 2026
🕑 6:30 - 8pm

Community Health Fair at Mitchell Park
🗓️ September 19
🕑 11am - 2pm
(Follow the link below to register online)

📍 Palo Alto Family YMCA | Palo Alto

Learn more about welcoming weeks events!
https://www.ymcasv.org/welcoming-week