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After years of addiction and loss, Roy found more than recovery at the Y—he found a home, a family, and a second chance. Through the YMCA Men’s Bridge program, Roy rebuilt his life one day at a time, proving that with community and compassion, lasting change is possible.
Spider Web Layered Bean Dip: A Spooktacular Snack You’ll Actually Feel Good About Jump to recipe Halloween snacks don’t have to be sugar bombs or
YMCA Fall Highlights: Family Activities, Events, and Giving Season Updates Welcome to Fall at the Y Fall is in full swing at the YMCA of
Give where it matters. On National Nonprofit Day, see how the Y turns local donations into child care, water safety, housing support, and community wellness.
Reading YMCA Swim Team placed 23rd of 95 at the 2025 YMCA National Long Course Championships in Ocala, led by Ava Knopsnyder and three college commitments.
Reading YMCA Social Services residents brought our greenhouse back to life. It is a homegrown effort that builds skills, wellness, and community. Take a look at what is growing next.
“The YMCA was the beginning of my story. Even though I didn’t stay long, it planted a seed. It was the first time I started to believe that a different life was possible…”
Wondering if summer camp is really worth it? You’re not alone. Every year, parents ask the same questions- Will they have fun? Will it fit our schedule and budget? At the YMCA of Reading & Berks County, our Summer Day Camp is designed to give families peace of mind with all-inclusive pricing, trained staff, flexible care options, and weekly adventures kids can’t stop talking about.
Join the Reading YMCA as we celebrate 167 years of strengthening Berks County through youth programs, fitness, childcare, and community support. From June 17–22, enjoy Membership Appreciation Week. Come say hi, grab a treat, and share what makes the Y special to YOU at all five branches. Discover why the YMCA has been a trusted community hub since 1857, and why it’s still the place where Reading grows stronger together.
Every child possesses unique superpowers waiting to be discovered and nurtured. At the YMCA of Reading & Berks County, we believe that early childhood education is the key to unlocking these abilities. Our Pre-K Counts program is designed to help your little hero develop the skills they need to soar into kindergarten and beyond!