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A Message From President & CEO John Ehrbar
My personal mission throughout my 26-year YMCA career has been to help people – employees, coworkers, donors, members, friends, and family – navigate and succeed on their individual life journeys. While my role sometimes comes in the form of providing development opportunities or mentoring, I believe the most powerful tool I’ve offered has been empathy.
May is National Mental Health Awareness month, which reminds me of the critical role that empathy plays in life. We all have ups and downs in regards to our psychological and emotional well-being… and we can all use a little empathy and understanding to help us through rough times.
Mental health is an important part of our overall health and social-emotional well-being. Take time this month (and throughout the whole year) to care for yourself and help others reach their full potential.
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People on the Move
We are pleased to announce the following new members of our management team:
- Michelle Bane, Wellness Center Manager - Delaware & William-Emslie YMCAs
- Justin Garrow, Program Coordinator – Child Care (City site locations)
- Ashtin Ashbrook, Program Registrar – Child Care (Association Office)
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Employee Spotlight
Erin Johnson - Independent Health YMCA
This month, we are pleased to celebrate Erin Johnson, a valued member of the Independent Health Family YMCA’s Aquatics team since 2014.
In addition to being an ECC Adjunct Physics and Engineering professor and mom of three, Erin generously shares her time with the Y because she loves “being able to help kids improve their skills and learn to be safe in and around water while having fun!”
Whether leading Safety Around Water swim lessons or supporting fundraising events like her Y’s Shamrock Swim, Erin’s dedication to the Y mission and the lives she touches is admired and deeply appreciated.
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May 2023
Mental Health
Awareness Month
National Water
Safety Month
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May 14
Mother's Day
May 29
Memorial Day
(branches open until noon)
June 18
Father's Day
June 19
Juneteenth
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Thank You!
Thank you to all who have generously contributed to our 2023 Annual Campaign. Together, we are leading the charge and making a real difference in the lives of our members and our community.
While the public campaign has ended, gifts are accepted all year long. If you haven’t and would like to support our important cause, simply reach out to your supervisor, or go online to YMCABN.org/give.
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Investing In Our Future
You may have seen Danielle Roberts, Vice President of Community Impact, talking with media in recent weeks about our exciting plans to build a new Buffalo YMCA. This new 65,000+ square foot wellness center will enable us to provide Buffalo and surrounding area residents with greater access to critical healthy living, youth development resources, and address social challenges. It positions the Y to build a stronger community for all for generations to come.
Click here to view renderings of the project
Additional partners are being sought to help make this project a reality. If you know of any businesses that you think might be interested in supporting this project, we encourage you to direct them to Danielle at droberts@ymcabn.org.
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Employee Resource Page
Whether you are planning for your retirement, improving your physical and mental health, or looking for additional opportunities to make an impact, we are committed to providing key resources to aid your personal and work life. Make sure you visit our YMCA Employee Resource page for valuable information and important updates, including:
- Mental Health Resources - May is Mental Health Month. From creating safe spaces for healing and dialogue to mental health promotion strategies for programs, the Y has resources to prioritize your mental health.
- Y Retirement Website - Learn more about a safe and secure path to retirement and start saving today.
- Workplace Posters - New York State requires employers to make mandatory workplace posters available to employees electronically, in addition to posting physical copies in the workplace.
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We're Hiring!
Do you know someone who has a passion for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility? We are actively hiring staff who want to make a difference in the lives of others. Click here to see all current positions, including:
- Summer Camp Staff
- Lifeguards
Did you know that it pays to have friends? Refer a friend for a YMCA Buffalo Niagara position and you both will get paid. Learn more by clicking here.
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