Introducing our Ycons Series

As the Washington County Family YMCA celebrates 25 years of impact, we are taking time to honor the people who helped shape this place into what it is today.

We call them YCons. They are the champions, believers, builders, and everyday heroes who have poured their time, talent, and heart into the YMCA. This includes founding leaders, longtime volunteers, dedicated staff, and even members who have been with us since the very beginning. Throughout this series, we will share the stories of individuals who helped build and grow the YMCA in Washington County over the past 25 years. Their leadership, generosity, and belief in our mission helped create a place where kids grow stronger, families connect, and our entire community belongs.

Because the truth is simple. There is no place like this place.

Get to Know our YCons

Click on a headshot below to learn more about the impact of our YCons. 

Completing our campaign will ensure a welcoming community space where all generations can play, move, and build lasting connections.  Whether it’s a senior staying active in yoga, children enjoying recess, or families competing in weekend games, this center will strengthen community health and relationships for years to come.

Washington County Family YMCA Announces $250,000 Matching Gift Challenge to Support the Beth Armstrong Y-For-ALL Capital Campaign

The Washington County Family YMCA has launched a community-wide challenge to raise the final funds needed for its transformative Beth Armstrong Y-For-All Capital Campaign.

A generous donor has pledged to match every gift—dollar-for-dollar—up to $250,000, bringing the Y closer to its total campaign goal of $4.3 million.

This campaign honors the legacy of longtime Y leader Beth Armstrong and reflects the Y's unwavering commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive space where all individuals and families can thrive. The funds raised will support a major expansion of the YMCA facility to meet increasing community demand for childcare, wellness, and gathering spaces.

Key features of the expansion include:

• A new childcare facility to expand access to quality early learning and before/after- school care.
• A full-size indoor recreation and community center that will serve as a year-round hub for youth sports, community events, and spaces for families to play and be active together.
• Enhanced wellness and fitness areas to support healthy living for individuals of all ages and abilities.
• Increased programming for youth, teens, seniors, and families—providing safe spaces to connect, grow, and belong.

"With this $250,000 matching gift challenge, every community donation goes twice as far," said Kristy Purlee, Chief Executive Officer. "Together, we can build a Y that reflects the spirit and needs of Washington County—one that brings people together, supports families, and provides access for all."

Donations made through https://wcfymcayforall.funraise.org/ will be matched dollar-for- dollar until the full $250,000 is unlocked.

Help us build for a better us. Give today and double your impact.