The Door County YMCA will celebrate two milestones next month, marking 175 years of the global YMCA movement and nearly four decades of service in Door County with a community event on Thursday, May 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Kress Pavilion.
The anniversary celebration will recognize more than 39 years of local programming focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Since opening in the mid-1980s, the organization has expanded its reach across Door County, offering services that support residents of all ages.
Tonya Felhofer, Door County YMCA CEO, said the anniversary reflects both the organization’s history and its ongoing role in the community.
“The YMCA’s impact in Door County is measured in the lives it has touched over generations,” Felhofer said. “From children learning to swim to adults regaining strength and confidence, the Y continues to be a place where people find support, connection and opportunity.”
Felhofer said the celebration is also a chance to recognize the community partnerships that have sustained the organization’s growth. “May 31 marks the end of our fiscal year, we are looking to really push our donation drive through the anniversary event,” said Felhofer. Funds donated all go to support programming at both Door County YMCA campuses.
“This milestone is about honoring the volunteers, donors and staff who have helped build something lasting,” she said. “We are excited to celebrate with the community and look ahead to the future together.”
The May 7 event will bring together members, donors, volunteers and community partners to reflect on the YMCA’s legacy and future.
Registration is available by contacting the YMCA Welcome Center or visiting the Door County YMCA website.
You can listen to the entire interview on this week’s Y-Wednesday podcast here.
