YMCA of Southwest Florida Joins National Celebration of 175 Years of Strengthening Communities

The Giving Coast

As part of this national celebration led by YMCA of the USA, YMCA of Southwest Florida reflects on  its own legacy of impact since its founding in 1967. For nearly six decades, the Y has served as a cornerstone of the region, providing programs and services that support children, families, and  individuals across Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee, DeSoto, Hendry and Glades counties. For more information on YMCA of Southwest Florida, community members are encouraged to contact Jamie Browning, Vice  President of Development, YMCA of Southwest Florida, at (941) 492-9622 or JBrowning@ymcaswfl.org. 

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