News from the YMCA

NEW! 100% Childcare Tuition Discount for Full-Time Non-Exempt YMCA Early Learning Center Teachers 

Early learning center teachers are the backbone of a broad network of programs and services that keep Nebraska and Iowa communities and states working. These full-time front-line leaders play a critical role as 90% of a child’s brain growth happens before kindergarten. The economic impacts and wellbeing of our children are directly affected by access to consistent high-quality childcare.  
 

The YMCA of Greater Omaha is proud to announce that effective November 1, 2022, all full-time non-exempt YMCA Early Learning Center teachers working over 38 hours per week will qualify for a 100% childcare discount for up to two dependent children and all other dependent children receiving a 50% tuition discount.  

NEW! Paid Parental and Maternity Leave Policy

October 25, 2022 - The Y understands the need to support employees as they balance career, childbirth, and family life.In advancing our cause of strengthening community, we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels invited to show up as their full selves. It is our hope that this policy allows employees to make a more enthusiastic, productive return to work, confident that their status as working parents is recognized and celebrated.

Buena Vista YMCA Express Ribbon Cutting

Omaha, Neb., Aug. 4, 2022 – The YMCA of Greater Omaha celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the new Buena Vista YMCA Express at 60th and L streets, which is in partnership with Omaha Public Schools and co-located with its new Buena Vista High School. This new branch is a technologically-enhanced, fitness-focused boutique location that offers personalized, goal-driven workout experiences for all levels of wellness seekers, age 14 and up.

Westview YMCA Ribbon Cutting

The YMCA of Greater Omaha celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the new Westview YMCA location at 156th and Ida Street on Thursday, July 14, which is in partnership with Omaha Public Schools and its new Westview High School.

Grand Opening: Lakin Family Park

The Charles E. Lakin YMCA will be celebrating the grand opening of the Lakin Family Park on Wednesday, June 15th at 10:00 am. The Lakin Family Park is connected to the existing YMCA facility and is a beautiful public space that will be used by both YMCA members and the general community as a place of gathering and recreation during YMCA operational hours.

YMCA OF GREATER OMAHA CEO ANNOUNCEMENT

YMCA of Greater Omaha Names Deterding as Next President and CEO   
Deterding will be the first woman to lead the YMCA of Greater Omaha   

 
Rebecca Deterding has been named president and chief executive officer of the YMCA of Greater Omaha, following an extensive nationwide candidate search. With a professional background in finance, strategic planning, operations, and leadership development, Deterding brings dynamic senior leadership and executive experiences to the organization. Over the last seven years, Deterding has served as the YMCA of Greater Omaha’s chief financial officer and became interim CEO in August 2021 after the previous CEO, Chris Tointon, departed and joined the YMCA of Middle Tennessee.

YMCA of Greater Omaha Names Deterding Interim CEO

The YMCA of Greater Omaha today announced that its board of directors has appointed current CFO Rebecca Deterding to serve as interim CEO. Deterding will replace outgoing CEO Chris Tointon, who is departing to join the YMCA of Middle Tennessee.

YMCA of Greater Omaha Announces Plans for $10 Million Gift From MacKenzie Scott

The generous donation will be distributed across five key initiatives throughout the Y. Learn more about how the Y will allocate the funds for the greatest possible impact.