The mother of the minor sexually assaulted at the Goldsboro Family YMCA on June 26 is speaking out.… read more »
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Mother of YMCA Sexual Assault Victim Speaks Out
Minor Sexually Assaulted at Goldsboro YMCA in June
Goldsboro Family YMCA CEO Mark Pritchett sent an email to YMCA members on the evening of Dec. 8 notifying them that a visiting minor had been sexually assaulted in June by a member while at the YMCA. … read more »
Goldsboro Family YMCA Hosts Poverty Simulation
The gym at the Goldsboro Family YMCA seemed like the perfect setting for Thursday’s poverty simulation and an experience to walk a mile in someone else’s shoes.… read more »
CEO Announces Retirement From Goldsboro YMCA
Bruce Griffin, CEO of The Goldsboro Family YMCA since November of 2018, has announced his retirement from the organization. The news was shared with the staff and Board volunteers on Monday, April 25, 2022. While retiring from full-time employment, Bruce will continue to serve as a part-time consultant with the North Carolina Alliance of YMCAs…… read more »
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YMCA Begins First Free Mobile Market In Wayne County [Photo Gallery]
The Goldsboro Family YMCA hosted its first Mobile Market at the Wayne County Public Library in Goldsboro. On Thursday, April 14, 2022, more than 200 members of the community lined up at a pop-up style farmers market to receive fresh produce and other food items free of charge. Organizers say the mobile markets will be…… read more »
YMCA Works With Kriquette’s Kidz To Help Families In Need This Holiday Season
(GDN) — Local YMCA legend Kriquette Davis developed the Y’s Men Program over 20 years ago. Year after year, the Y’s Men Program keeps helping families in need during the holiday season with over $500,000 being invested back into the community since its start. This year, the Y’s Men Program is partnering with Kriquette’s Kidz,…… read more »
YMCA ‘Y’s Men’ Program To Support Kriquette’s Kidz In 2021
For over 20 years, Y’s Men, held in December each year, has been one of the most impactful community outreach programs offered by the Goldsboro Family YMCA. Originally created by Kriquette Davis, former VP of Operations for the YMCA, the program raised over $500,000 in financial support for over 1,200 families in Wayne County not…… read more »
Athletes Of The Week: Jack Wisniewski
Jack Wisniewski has always considered himself a good swimmer, capable of working hard outside of the pool so that he can outswim people in the pool. Wisniewski, who is homeschooled and is dual-enrolled at Wayne Community College, is one of the top swimmers in Wayne County, but he is always trying to become a faster…… read more »
YMCA Plans Expanded Turkey Trot Events
The Goldsboro Family YMCA has expanded its traditional Turkey Trot 5K and Fun Run to include a 500 yard or 1650 (One Mile Swim) as well as a one hour mix Group Exercise Class for the non-runners. In addition, the Y will also be offering a 5K and 10K Virtual Run for those runners looking for a…… read more »
Community Bids Farewell To A YMCA Icon (PHOTO GALLERY)
Late Thursday afternoon, the parking lot in front of the Goldsboro Family YMCA was lined with vehicles filled with people that came to say their goodbyes to Kriquette Davis. Davis, a 32-year veteran at the local Y, has devoted her time and knowledge to help make the Goldsboro Family YMCA a place of enjoyment for…… read more »
