Events

In honor of Martin Luther King, take a day to volunteer or donate to a cause.

Lunar New Year is a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar. It is the most important holiday in China, and it is also widely
celebrated in South Korea, Vietnam, and countries with a significant overseas Chinese
population.

A day to make connections with people by giving them well-deserved compliments.

"Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week, now African American History Month, while residing at the Wabash YMCA during the 1910s. Elevate the Y’s commitment to
diversity and inclusion by celebrating the contributions and achievements, and recognizing
and uplifting the struggles of Black/African American individuals and communities."

Use American Heart Month to educate your members on simple, heart-healthy habits and encourage them to get a blood pressure screening

According to research, more than 40 percent of all cancers diagnosed can be linked to preventable causes—with one of those causes being physical inactivity. Use this
opportunity to share the importance of being active at any age, while sharing other
healthy living tips.

The day is dedicated to raising awareness about cancer and its prevention. Particularly, brands in health and pharma can fund relevant themes to
associate with this day.

National Advocacy Days bring Y leaders from across the country to Washington, DC, where they learn about Y-USA’s legislative priorities, gain a deeper understanding of
what it means to be a Y advocate and meet with their elected officials to discuss important
issues to Ys and the communities they serve.