Athens YWCO

✨ 5 Days Until We Celebrate 120 Years of Legacy in Motion! ✨

Today, we're celebrating something that has been created every single day for the last 120 years—memories. 💙

For generations, the YWCO has been a place where memories are made. From first swim lessons and summer camp adventures to fitness classes, community events, Girls Club, family programs, and lifelong friendships, countless moments have shaped the story of the YWCO.

Some memories are big milestones, while others are the simple moments that stay with us forever—a counselor who made a difference, a friend met at camp, a class that became part of a weekly routine, or a place that always felt like home.

As we celebrate 120 years of serving Athens and the surrounding community, we are grateful for every memory that has been created within the YWCO family. These moments are more than stories—they are the legacy that has carried us forward since 1906.

In honor of our upcoming birthday celebration, we would love to hear from you! Share your favorite YWCO photo, memory, or story in the comments. Whether your memory is from decades ago or just last week, it is a part of our history and a reminder of the impact the YWCO has had on so many lives.

💙 5 days to go. 120 years of memories. Countless stories. A legacy still in motion.

Want to help us continue creating memories for generations to come? Consider making a gift in honor of our 120th Anniversary:

🎁 Donate here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/120yearslegacyinmotion/

Join us on June 20th as we celebrate the people, programs, memories, and moments that have made the YWCO such a special part of our community for 120 years.

What a DAWG-gone good day at Summer Day Camp! 🐾❤️

Our campers had an unforgettable visit from Hairy Dawg and the UGA Cheerleaders today! From high-fives and smiles to photos and plenty of spirit, the excitement was contagious.

A huge thank you to Hairy Dawg and the cheerleaders for taking time to make our campers’ day so special. The memories made today will have us smiling all summer long! ☀️🎉

Our campers had the opportunity to tour Akins Ford Arena, learn about the behind-the-scenes work that keeps the arena running, and get the inside scoop on the Rock Lobsters. From exploring areas not usually seen by the public to learning about the many roles that make events possible, it was a fun and educational experience for everyone!

A huge thank you to Akins Ford Arena and the Rock Lobsters for an unforgettable day of learning and adventure! 💙

What a FUN day for our Girls Club campers at Funopolis! 🎢🎳✨

From exciting rides to games, laughter, and making memories with friends, today’s field trip was filled with smiles from start to finish. We love giving our girls opportunities to explore new places, build friendships, and enjoy experiences that make summer so special.

Thank you, Funopolis, for helping make today an unforgettable adventure! 💜

Today we're celebrating one of the most meaningful parts of the YWCO's story—friendship. 💙

For 120 years, friendships have been formed within these walls and through our programs. From summer camp buddies and swim lesson partners to fitness class friends and lifelong connections, the YWCO has always been about bringing people together.

The faces in these photos may span different generations, but the smiles tell the same story. Through every decade, friendships have grown here—built on encouragement, support, shared experiences, and a sense of belonging.

As we celebrate 120 years of service to Athens and the surrounding community, we are grateful for every friendship that has started at the YWCO. These connections are more than memories; they are part of the legacy that has carried us forward since 1906.

In honor of our upcoming birthday celebration, we'd love to hear from you! Share a photo, story, or memory of a friendship that began at the YWCO. Your story is part of our story. 💙

💙 11 days to go. 120 years of friendship. Countless memories. A legacy still in motion.

Want to help us continue creating opportunities, connections, and memories for generations to come? Consider making a gift in honor of our 120th Anniversary:

🎁 Donate here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/120yearslegacyinmotion/

Join us on June 20th as we celebrate the people, friendships, programs, and moments that have made the YWCO such a special part of our community for 120 years.

Today we’re taking a look back—and forward—as we compare Summer Day Camp memories from 2014 and 2026.

Twelve years may seem like a long time, but when we look at these photos, one thing stands out: while the faces, activities, and camp themes may have changed, the joy, friendships, laughter, and memories being made have remained the same.

For generations, the YWCO has provided a place where children can explore, learn, grow, and simply enjoy being kids. Summer Day Camp has been a part of countless childhood memories, and we’re proud to continue that tradition year after year.

As we celebrate 120 years of serving our community, we’re reminded that every camper, counselor, family, and staff member has helped shape our story. The children splashing in the pool, discovering new passions, making friends, and building confidence today are part of the same legacy that began over a century ago.

💙 12 years apart. 120 years of impact. 12 days until we celebrate.

Do you have a favorite Summer Day Camp memory? We’d love to see it! Share your photos and stories in the comments as we count down to our 120th Birthday Celebration.

🎁 Help us continue creating memories for generations to come by making a gift in honor of our 120th Anniversary:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/120yearslegacyinmotion/

Join us on June 20th as we celebrate the memories, milestones, and community that have made the YWCO special for 120 years.

From Summer Day Camp to Girls Club, this week has been filled with laughter, new friendships, exciting adventures, creative activities, and so many unforgettable moments. Seeing our campers learn, grow, explore, and simply enjoy being kids has been the perfect way to kick off the summer. 💙

It's Throwback Friday, and today we're looking back at one of the many special moments that have been part of the YWCO's story through the years—our Kids Tri the Y Youth Triathlon! 🏊‍♀️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️

For generations, the YWCO has provided opportunities for young people to challenge themselves, build confidence, discover their strengths, and create lifelong memories. Events like the Kids Tri the Y Youth Triathlon are a reminder of the impact that happens when a community comes together to encourage and support its youth.

As we celebrate 120 years of service to Athens and the surrounding community, we are grateful for every child, family, volunteer, staff member, and supporter who has helped shape our legacy. These memories are more than moments—they are part of the foundation that has carried the YWCO forward since 1906.

In honor of our upcoming 120th Birthday Celebration, we would love to hear from you! 💙 Share your favorite YWCO memories, photos, stories, or experiences in the comments or send them to us. Whether you attended a program, took a class, participated in an event, volunteered, worked here, or grew up at the YWCO, your memories are an important part of our story.

💙 15 days to go. 120 years of history. Countless memories. A legacy still in motion.

Want to help us continue creating opportunities and memories for generations to come? Consider making a gift in honor of our 120th Anniversary:

🎁 Donate here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/120yearslegacyinmotion/

Join us on June 20th as we celebrate the people, programs, memories, and moments that have made the YWCO such a special part of our community for 120 years.

For 120 years, the YWCO has been shaped by the people who have dedicated their time, talents, and hearts to serving our community.

As we continue our countdown to our 120th Birthday Celebration, we're excited to introduce you to some of the faces of the YWCO. These incredible staff members help bring our mission to life every day,welcoming members, supporting families, inspiring children, leading programs, and creating a place where everyone feels seen, supported, and valued.

While this photo represents just a few of the amazing individuals who make the YWCO so special, it is far from all of them. We are incredibly grateful for every member of our team. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment are woven into the story of the YWCO and help ensure our mission continues to make an impact each and every day.

💙 16 days to go. 120 years of history. Countless lives touched. One incredible team.

Want to help us continue this legacy for generations to come? Consider making a gift in honor of our 120th Anniversary:

🎁 Donate here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/120yearslegacyinmotion/

Join us on June 20th as we celebrate the people, memories, and mission that have carried the YWCO forward for 120 years—and the future we're building together.