Celebrating Black History Month
Every year we celebrate Black History Month to honor the achievement of African Americans in our community and their significant contributions to United States History. The month's history dates back to "Negro History Week," which was established by Carter G. Woodson and other essential members of history.
This year at the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsula, we are spending Black History Month featuring local heroes, our staff, business leaders, and inspirational authors. We invite you to join us on the journey on Social Media and our website as we highlight members of our community and become stronger as an organization through diversity.
Black Owned Businesses
We are featuring Black Owned Businesses for Black History Month and their impact on our community. Join us in visiting these pillars of our community this month.
Staff Highlights
This month we are featuring some of the most important members of the organization. Their passion, knowledge, and connection to the community strengthen our organization and inspire us daily.
Local Heroes
Working with our organization are local heroes that work every day through leadership and volunteerism to better the community. Throughout Black History Month, we feature their accomplishments to inspire and challenge us to do the same.
Black Authors and Books
Some of the most influential authors in history have been African American; this year, read some of their books and the stories that inspired them.
