Four area nonprofits receive $136,000

They are recipients of spring grants from Brandywine Health Foundation  The staff of the Brandywine Health Foundation illustrates its commitment to the Coatesville area. The Brandywine Health Foundation recently announced grants totaling $136,000, bringing the foundation’s giving since it began awarding grants in 2002 to over $12 million. “Earlier this week our board of directors unanimously...

YMCAs to celebrate Healthy Kids Day

National event aims to keep children moving, learning On Saturday, April 26, area YMCAs will celebrate Healthy Kids Day, a potpourri of free events throughout the community to inspire kids to keep their minds and bodies active. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., YMCA of the Brandywine Valley and YMCA of the Upper Main Line Y branches will feature games, healthy snacks, arts and crafts, fitness and/or dance...

YMCAs to tout fitness opportunities at open houses

Area facilities will be  free on Sunday, Jan. 19, from noon to 3 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 19, branches of the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley will be free and open to the public from noon until 3 p.m. Visitors will have a chance to swim in the pool, play games, work out, and check out the Y’s offerings. Non-members can also enter a drawing to receive a free three-month membership; one will be awarded...

YMCA wants to help make resolutions stick

Members who hope to pursue healthier lifestyles will get assist Hundreds of people make annual New Year’s resolutions to get fit, lose weight, or improve their overall health – often losing the resolve rather than the pounds. This year, the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, which is dedicated to strengthening communities through healthier living, is offering programs to help people keep those...

Area YMCAs offering free holiday tryout

From Dec. 26 to Dec. 31, residents can sample offerings at no charge The only string attached to this holiday gift is the hope that the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley will be able to attract your patronage, its officials say. From Dec. 26 to 31, YMCAs in the area will be open to the public for free – just in time to counteract the traditional holiday stress and overeating. Even better: The YMCA offers...

Luminaries to shine light on after-school care

Kennett Area YMCA to participate in national observance Two girls from the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley after-school program proudly display the luminary bags they created for the National initiative, “Lights on Afterschool.” This year’s event will take place on Thursday. Hundreds of children in Brandywine Valley afterschool programs will be decorating luminaries, which will be put on display...

Brandywine Valley YMCA announces new board chairman

Joseph Viscuso said he’s “honored to be a part of this great organization’ Joseph Viscuso was elected board chairman of the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley. The YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, which has multiple branches in Chester County, announced a new board chairman on Monday, according to a news release. Joseph Viscuso, vice president of Pennoni Associates in West Chester, was elected by the...